Community Building Working Group Member Position Description
Position Title: Dignity Seniors Society Community Building Working Group Member
Length of Term: 1 year (renewable)
Approximate Hours/Month: 3-6
Reports To: Community Building Working Group Chair
Position Description:
● Participates in long and short-range planning that strengthens and further develops the DSS mission, values, community relations, projects and initiatives
● Assists in developing engagement initiatives, partnerships and promotion of DSS projects that includes relationship building and maintenance, community events, social media, newsletter and website content, with a focus on engaging ‘hard to reach’ seniors
● Evaluates the working group structure and overall performance in achieving its objectives to ensure effective management
● Builds relationships with 2SLGTBQI+/Seniors, their service providers, and community groups
● Supports Board and Working Group members to be successful in their roles
Responsibilities:
● Participate in Volunteer on-boarding to become familiar with Dignity Seniors Society’s programs, policies and operations
● Attend monthly working group meetings and other appropriate meetings when necessary
● Collaborate with working group members on proposed projects, initiatives and messaging
● Provide on-going evaluation of the working group structure and performance
● Understand and promote Dignity Seniors Society’s mission and values
● Participate in special events relevant to the working group as needed
● Adhere to the volunteer code of conduct guidelines and policies
Previous work or lived experience with/as 2SLGTBQIA+ Seniors, and an understanding of non-profit communications, public relations and community building is considered an asset
All applications are encouraged and accommodations that mitigate any of the preferred skills and experience are available for applicants who request them
For more information please email: volunteer@dignityseniors.org
