Archived Opportunities

These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.

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Volunteer Coordinator

Organization: Peer Mediation And Skills Training
Category: Administration / Clerical / Office
Description: Peer Mediation and Skills Training (PMAST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing youth, families and communities with the skills to manage conflict where they live, learn, work and play.    Volunteer with us for a couple hours a week without leaving home – PMAST operates on a virtual basis.  We are looking for a one-year commitment with individual flexibility to work around your schedule.  It’s a great way to network, build your skills, and give back to your community. Pro-bono work looks great on any resume - especially in today’s competitive world!  This is an excellent way to enhance and develop your skills for professional development.   We are looking for a volunteer to recruit new volunteers and coordinate the PMAST volunteer team with various committees and events by conveying the organization's purpose to the public.  A successful volunteer coordinator should be meticulous about keeping records and passionate about volunteer work. They should uphold the values of our organization while ensuring the comfort of our volunteers in their positions.   Volunteer Coordinator Responsibilities: Recruiting, training, and supervising new volunteers. Collecting volunteer information, availability, and skills, and maintaining an up-to-date database. Using marketing tools such as outreach programs, e-mails, and volunteer databases. Keeping new and existing volunteers informed about the organization and volunteer opportunities. Matching volunteers to opportunities that suit their skill sets, and ensuring they understand their responsibilities and receive the proper training. Organizing training and leading on-the-job training. Keeping schedules and records of volunteers' work. Preparing codes of conduct and operating procedures to uphold the organization's values. Ensuring the organization's purpose is conveyed to the public. Volunteer Coordinator Requirements: Experience in volunteering and recruitment. Working knowledge of databases. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organization and team-building skills. Interested applicants please email resume and brief description of why you would like to be part of PMAST’s team to:   Brenda Christie               at     Brenda@pmast.org For more information on PMAST go to our website at                    https://pmast.org/ [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-fund.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Volunteer Fund Raiser

Organization: Our Lady of Assumption School in Bowness
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: Peer Mediation and Skills Training (PMAST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing youth, families and communities with the skills to manage conflict where they live, learn, work and play.    Volunteer with us for a couple hours a week without leaving home – PMAST operates on a virtual basis.  We are looking for a one-year commitment with individual flexibility to work around your schedule.  It’s a great way to network, build your skills, and give back to your community. Pro-bono work looks great on any resume - especially in today’s competitive world!  This is an excellent way to enhance and develop your skills for professional development.   We are a non-profit organization looking for a Fundraiser to help us develop and implement our funding strategy. In this role, you will organize events, identify and reach out to potential donors, and assist the Communications/Marketing Committee to increase public awareness about our efforts. You will also assist with grant proposals, requesting foundations or corporations to support our organization. Our ideal candidate has several years of successful fundraising experience and is passionate about forwarding our mission.   Fundraiser Duties and Responsibilities Organize fundraising events Assist in developing marketing campaigns Reach out to potential donors Maintain relationships with previous donors Update donor database Assist with grant proposals Raise public awareness   Fundraiser Requirements and Qualifications Experience in successful fund raising for non-profit organizations Experience in marketing, communications, or a related field Event planning experience a plus Relationship management skills Organizational and communication skills     Interested applicants please email resume and brief description of why you would like to be part of PMAST’s team to:   Brenda Christie               at     Brenda@pmast.org For more information on PMAST go to our website at                    https://pmast.org/ [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-other.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Donor Data Management Volunteer

Organization: Peer Mediation And Skills Training
Category: Other Positions
Description: Peer Mediation and Skills Training (PMAST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing youth, families and communities with the skills to manage conflict where they live, learn, work and play.    Volunteer with us for a couple hours a week without leaving home – PMAST operates on a virtual basis.  We are looking for a one-year commitment with individual flexibility to work around your schedule.  It’s a great way to network, build your skills, and give back to your community. Pro-bono work looks great on any resume - especially in today’s competitive world!  This is an excellent way to enhance and develop your skills for professional development.   We are looking for a volunteer to assist in managing and coordinating our new donor management system.  A successful volunteer should be meticulous about keeping records and passionate about volunteer work. They should uphold the values of our organization while ensuring the comfort of our volunteers in their positions.   Donor Management Coordinator Responsibilities: Collecting donor information entering, editing and maintaining an up-to-date database. Using marketing tools such as Constant Contact to keep donors informed of PMAST events and information. Ensuring the organization's purpose is conveyed to the public. Volunteer Coordinator Requirements: Experience in Donor Perfect database Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organization and team-building skills. Interested applicants please email resume and brief description of why you would like to be part of PMAST’s team to:   Brenda Christie               at     Brenda@pmast.org For more information on PMAST go to our website at                    https://pmast.org/ [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-fund.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Buchanan School Parent Society Casino Fundraiser

Organization: Buchanan School
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b094bada72ea0fa7-buchanan INSTRUCTIONS Please find the shift you would like to volunteer for and click on SIGN UP and enter your name and contact information. If shift(s) are already taken it will indicate FULL, please choose another shift if applicable. DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONS General Manager (computer literate) - opens and closes gaming tables, supervises transactions Banker (computer literate) - prepares chip runs, manages transactions in computer system Cashier (cash handling experience strongly advised) - performs chips for cash transactions with patrons Chip Runner (somewhat computer literate) - takes chips to gaming tables, opens and closes gaming tables Countroom (computer literate)- performs cash count from gaming tables at end of day Backup - called in on short notice to cover in case scheduled volunteer is unable to work shift IMPORTANT: A volunteer may work more than one shift, however, they MUST work in the same position (i.e. a cashier may only volunteer for another shift as a cashier) NOTES All volunteer positions are VERY EASY, only require brief training from Casino Advisor the day of the casino. Free parking will be available, and food/meals are provided for volunteers on the day of the casino. GM, Banker, Cashier and Countroom Supervisor must complete an AGLC Volunteer Application Form which will be sent to you after signup. All volunteers MUST bring government-issued photo ID with them the day of the casino and check-in with the Casino Advisor. LOCATION Cash Casino Place 4040 Blackfoot Trail SE Location: Cash Casino Calgary 4040 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2G4E6 [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-child.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Children's Team Support

Organization: PLAY Community Child Care Centre
Category: Children & Youth
Description: Children's Team Support - Volunteer About us Our goal is to create a standard of excellence in childcare, providing programs that meet the diverse needs of the community, and we need HELP! We believe in providing a positive, nurturing environment that will encourage creativity, intellectual curiosity, social interactions, self-help skills, physical activity and emotional development for children. If this sounds like something that you can support with, we would love to hear from you! WHO YOU ARE: We are looking for someone fun and flexible who has a sincere desire to build relationships with children and support their play. They say it takes a village to raise a child, and we know that meaningful adult relationships support positive development. If you are warm, caring, open to trying new things, friendly and have a good sense of humour, this may be the right fit for you! (Of course, you should probably like children, too!). WHAT YOU'LL DO: Play with children to support the care & learning of students 0-6 years of age in our program; Contribute to the overall operations of the PLAY centre, with a specific focus on working with children in the classroom. Participate in games, circle time, stories, songs and meals with the children Reports to the Executive Director/Floor Supervisor or designate. Qualifications: Police Security Check with Vulnerable Sector Check Current First Aid and CPR (preferable) Passion, desire and experience to spend time with children, even when it may be challenging Written and oral fluency in English COVID-19 considerations: PPE provided. Enhanced cleaning and masking procedures in place. Daily checklists to screen for the health and safety of children and staff.   [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-it.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Web Application Developer

Organization: Juniotech Youth Development Society
Category: Computers / Technology / IT
Description: JunioTech Youth Development Society (JYDS) is the non profit organization based in Calgary.  Our mission is to create more opportunities and exposure to robotics and coding for students of all ages in Calgary area. Led by Robotics Champions of Alberta, JYDS regularly organizes free Hackathons and educational events for students. We are looking for developers who could develop a Web Application that could teach our students basic Python programming skills in interactive way. We are looking for creative self driven individuals preferably with knowledge of Java Script, React and .Net or Node JS. This job is remote with semi weekly team meetings to keep track of the progress. Please send us the link to your Linked in and Github profiles when applying to this opportunity. As a thank you we will write you an outstanding reference letter that could help you in your future job search. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-edu.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Junior Achievement 2022 Volunteer Opportunities

Organization: Junior Achievement of Southern Alberta
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Description: GREAT NEWS - JA SOUTHERN ALBERTA IS "GOING BACK TO SCHOOL"!!   In January, 2022 we will be bringing volunteers back into classrooms in southern Alberta. We will also continue to offer virtual volunteer opportunities for volunteers, educators and students who prefer that option. Volunteers will join students between grades 4-9 in the classroom during school hours (~8am-12pm) to deliver JA programs on content ranging from starting their own businesses, budgeting for post-secondary, and embracing diverse teams. All training and volunteer opportunities will be done virtually.   The volunteer time commitment is as follows: 1.5 hours of program training ~4 hours in classroom   At JA, the safety of our students, teaching staff, and volunteers is a priority. In Calgary/Rockyview, our school boards require all in-person volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of immunization will be demonstrated to the school on the day of delivery, via the Government of Alberta’s QR code (available via https://covidrecords.alberta.ca), along with your ID. JA Southern Alberta will not be collecting or retaining any vaccination status information at this time. Masks may be required, depending on the school.   Please see below for a list of volunteer opportunities in January and February:   Wednesday, Jan 12th @ Monsignor J.J. O'Brien (In-Person) 8:30-11:30am -MTM, OBW, ABO Friday, Jan 14th @ FFCA South Middle (Virtual) 8:30-11:13am - DWS Friday, Jan 14th @ Rancheview (Cochrane, In-person) 8:00-11:30am - ABO Monday, Jan 17th @ A.E Cross (In-person) 9:10am-12:07pm - DWS Thursday, Jan 20th @ Vincent Massey (In-person) 9:13am-1:12pm - DWS, DIA, EFS Friday, Jan 21st @ Bishop Kidd Jr. High (In-person) 8:40-11:55am - DWS, DIA, EFS Tuesday, Jan 25th @ St. Gregory (In-person) 8:43-11:57am - DWS, DIA, EFS Thursday, Jan 27th @ Arbour Lake (In-person) 8:00-11:50am - EFS Wednesday, Feb 9th @ Midnapore (Virtual) 8:00-11:30am - MTM Thursday, Feb 10th @ St. Benedict (In-person) 8:40am-12:00pm - OBW Friday, Feb 11th @ Harold Panabaker (Virtual) 9:15am-12:15pm - OBW, ABO, DWS, DIA, EFS Monday, Feb 14th @ Louis Riel (In-person) 8:00am-12:00pm - DWS Wednesday, Feb 16th @ Footprints of Learning (Airdrie, In-person) 8:30am-12:00pm - MTM, OBW, ABO, DWS, DIA, EFS Tuesday, Feb 22nd @ St. Gabriel the Archangel (In-person) 9:00am-12:07pm - DWS, DIA, EFS Friday, Feb 25th @ Fish Creek (In-person) 8:40am-12:10pm - OBW   Program Acronyms MTM - More than Money (grade 4) OBW - Our Business World (grade 5) ABO - A Business of Our Own (grade 6) DWS - Dollars with Sense (grade 7) DIA - Diversity in Action (grade 8) EFS - Economics for Success (grade 9)     All volunteer training sessions this winter will be held virtually at the following times:   Every Tuesday: Economics for Success (EFS) 12:00-1:30pm Dollars with Sense (DWS) 2:30-4:00pm   Every Wednesday Our Business World (OBW) 12:00-1:30pm A Business of Our Own (ABO) 2:30-4:00pm   Every Thursday More than Money (MTM) 12:00-1:30pm Diversity in Action (DIA) 2:30-4:00pm To volunteer, please email programs@jasouthalberta.org with what day you can volunteer on. [/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label="Blurb" url_new_window="off" use_icon="off" image="https://volunteercalgary.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/02/icon-event.png" icon_placement="left" background_layout="light" animation="off" text_orientation="left" custom_css_main_element="margin-bottom: 3% !important;" custom_css_blurb_image="width:48px;"]

Casino Volunteers Needed

Organization: Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Volunteering at the CPAA annual casino event is a great way to give back to the community. You will help create a life without limits for people affected by cerebral palsy and other disabilities. All proceeds raised during the event support CPAA programs and services. We have three shift times on both March 28th and 29th 2022 (11am-7:00pm, 6:30pm-close (aprox. 3:30am), 11pm-close (aprox. 3:30am). The positions available are: General Manager Alternate General Manager Banker Cashier Chip Runner Count Room Supervisor (11pm-close shift only) Count Room staff (11pm-close shift only) On-call Banker, Cashier, Chip runner and Count Room Staff Company Profile The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) is a collaborative partner with community agencies/organizations in advocating on behalf of persons with disabilities. We are a leader in delivering programs and services, educating and providing information on treatment and resources relating to cerebral palsy and other disabilities in the province of Alberta. [/et_pb_blurb]

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