Publicity Director - Board Position

Organizational Description: Valley Gardens Community Center is a growing recreational facility that offers programs, recreation, and drop-in opportunities to the members of its community. VGCC serves East Kildonan, North Kildonan, and Transcona areas.Volunteer Opportunity DetailsVolunteer Opportunity ID: 3142Description of Duties:The time commitment is minimal, the impact is immeasurable. Duties for the Publicity Director include, but are not limited to:Publicizing events, programs, and other communications as directed by the board or any sub-committees via social media (Facebook and Instagram) and the VGCC website.Working closely with the Board of Directors, Sub-Committees, and the Club General Manager to ensure announcements and community updates are released in a timely fashion via social media and email.Updating the VGCC website periodically to ensure relevant and accurate information is being shared with the community.Attending monthly board meetings.Attending club-initiated events.With this position, you will have a seat on the Board of Directors, which in turn gives you a voice on how the club moves forward. Please consider joining our dynamic group as we move forward to grow and improve our club and our programs.Skills Required:No special skills required; training will be provided. However, being social media savvy, personable, approachable, and organized will be an asset.Skills Gained/Related Careers:Collaborating in a group dynamic and holding a board of directors seat. Leadership skills, experience in social media marketing, written communications, and community service.Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+Time Commitment:Hours are varied and dependent on what club events and programs are happening. You will be required to attend monthly board meetings, along with attendance at any club-initiated event.Location of Volunteer Opportunity: WinnipegDoes opportunity require a criminal record check? YesWill cost be reimbursed? YesDoes opportunity require a child abuse registry check? YesWill cost be reimbursed? YesOpportunity is available to candidates that:Use a mobility deviceFrench speaking / Bilingual (French and English)Speaks another language (other than French or English): Must be able to read, write, and speak English as well.Attach resume with cover letter:*.pdf, *.txt, *.doc, *.docx @ 5 MB Max ONLYLocation: Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0E2Volunteer Manitoba is located on the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr