Donor Stewardship Volunteer
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line)
Position ID: V-CWD0190
Last Modified: 12 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 05 Aug 2024
Opportunity Details: Donor Stewardship Volunteer
| Contact | Adrienne Thorp, Volunteer Program Supervisor, Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS); Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 230; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
| Duties | Donor Stewardship Volunteers report to the Fundraising Administrator and foster positive relationships with donors by thanking them (by telephone, email, letter or greeting card) for their in-kind support of GTHS programs and services. These volunteers are invited to collaborate on ideas that will enhance the relationship donors have with the GTHS, to inspire giving. This is a hybrid volunteer position. Depending on tasks undertaken, volunteers will be home-based and utilize their own computer or tablet, telephone and internet (with occasional onsite activities), or may assist with written communications before, during or after a scheduled shift at the Animal Centre (time and space permitting) and continue any remaining tasks at home.
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| More Info Link | https://gths.ca/volunteer/donor-stewardship-volunteer/ |
| Benefits | Support a cause and connect with like-minded people, AGM voting rights after 90 days' service, volunteer meetings and social events, potential reduced rates at GTHS signature events, access to Facebook Team Page for volunteers |
| Clients | Donors |
| Ages | 16 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Clerical / Typing / Filing ; Marketing & Promotions ; Office Administration ; Program Coordination / Support ; Telephone Communication ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Listening Skills ; Marketing & PR - Useful ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Writing & Editing ; • 16 years of age minimum • A commitment to animal welfare • Self-motivated and demonstrates attention to detail • Able to work independently • Legible and attractive cursive handwriting** • Access to internet and phone** • Own computer / tablet** * Thank you scripts and information will be provided to assist with conversations, email and card writing ** Based on activities undertaken |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - A minimum commitment period of 6 months is required for all volunteer positions at the GTHS unless otherwise stated ; Approximately 1-3 hours per week or as needed assistance The GTHS posts on Volunteer Connection to build awareness of volunteer opportunities. The vacancies we are actively looking to fill at this time are posted on our live updated website, however, applicants may apply for any position at any time and be waitlisted for their preferred position(s). To see our vacancies and to download / submit an application form, visit: https://www.gths.ca/volunteer/ |
| Interaction Level | Solitary ; One-on-one ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Our current location has poor accessibility, but this is primarily a virtual role and meetings can be held via Zoom / Teams if on-site meeting attendance is problematic |
| Location | Volunteer from home and/or assist at 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood ON L9Y 3A8 |
| Number of Positions | Collingwood: 2 individual(s) ; Grey County ; Simcoe County 2 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation - Virtual ; Training is provided - see note ; Completion of onboarding documentation will be required by the successful candidate(s). Structured training isn't required, but guidance and support on undertaking the role will be provided |
| Transportation | Car required - The GTHS is not located on a direct bus route ; Drive past Walmart and head towards the Town of Blue Mountains on Mountain Road, turn right at the first set of traffic lights (Tenth Line) and the animal centre is the red brick building located on the right side of this dead end road. Parking is available in the adjacent parking lot or along the roadside |
| Police Check | Not Required |
Agency Details: Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line
| Office Phone | 705-445-5204 |
| info@gths.ca | |
| Website | www.gths.ca |
| Address & Map | 549 10th Line Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 0W1 |
| Mailing Address | 549 10th Line Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 0W1 |