Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager, Ontario (10-Month Contract)

Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager - Ontario

This is approximately a 10-month contract position.

We’re excited to share that JDRF Canada is now Breakthrough T1D.

We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.

It’s an exciting time to join Breakthrough T1D as we continue to break barriers to help people better manage the disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. Curing T1D is and always will be our north star and we will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.

Breakthrough T1D is adding to our Volunteer and Community Engagement team and we’re searching for an experienced and passionate community-connector in the Greater Toronto/Southwest Ontario Area for the role of Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager for a 10-month maternity leave contract.

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Guide and support volunteer Walk committees in Ontario to ensure successful community events.
• Ensure committee roles are filled with development plans in place.
• Maximize volunteer advocate engagement through effective promotion of advocacy opportunities.
• In conjunction with Government Relations staff, maximize volunteer advocate engagement through effective promotion of advocacy related opportunities and identification of leadership volunteers.
• Develop and support new volunteers through recruitment, onboarding, and training.
• Drive regional volunteer engagement programming in support of organizational objectives.
• Engage with Diabetes Education Centres and healthcare providers to promote support programs.
• Act as a centralized contact for volunteer inquiries and connect individuals to resources.
• Support fundraising efforts by identifying potential prospects for staff.
• Track engagement activity in Breakthrough T1D’s CRM.
• Operate within the philosophy, culture, and values of the Foundation.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• University or College degree
• 4-5 years of proven experience in advocacy, program development or fundraising experience
• 2-3 years direct experience managing volunteers and full-cycle volunteer recruitment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience using CRM to capture data, provide analysis and create reports 

Working Style

• Demonstrated progressive experience in volunteer management, advocacy, program development or fundraising
• Experience working in a team environment and matrix management portfolio
• Self-motivated and customer service-oriented
• Ability to work within tight timelines and prioritize work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills in order to successfully interact with external customers and staff within the organization
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, problem solving, and planning skills are required
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office including Teams

Other position requirements to note:

• Valid driver’s license required and access to a vehicle preferred, with flexibility to travel throughout the region and to attend evening and weekend events

The salary range for this role is anticipated to be $62,000-$68,000 (based on an annual salary), commensurate with skills and experience level of the selected candidate.

Location Preference: Greater Toronto Area or Southwestern Ontario (London, Kitchener-Waterloo and surrounding areas). Breakthrough T1D is remote-first so this position will work from a home-office.

Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by November 20, 2024.

About Breakthrough T1D

Breakthrough T1D is the leading type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy non-profit organization in Canada. As we drive toward curing type 1 diabetes, we help to make every day better for the people who live with it. 

 Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) began in Canada as a grassroots organization in 1974, when a group of dedicated parents came together with a singular goal of finding a cure

for T1D. Since the discovery of insulin, Breakthrough T1D has remained at the forefront of T1D research. Breakthrough T1D is committed to investing in the most promising research, advocating

for progress by working with governments to address issues that impact the T1D community, and supporting individuals living with this disease.

Breakthrough T1D has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability – if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Recruitment Process: We may review applications as they are received and this position will remain posted until it is filled. Our recruitment process typically includes an initial introductory phone call with an HR team member, and up to two video interviews over MS Teams with the hiring manager and other members of the team. Some positions may require a skills-based evaluation to be completed as a part of the recruitment process. We thank all those applicants that apply, but please note only those selected for an introductory phone call will be contacted after their application is submitted.

Breakthrough T1D strives to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Breakthrough T1D is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Please advise if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.