Campus Ambassador Volunteer

WWF

WWF-Canada is looking for Campus Public Mobilization Volunteers to provide on-campus outreach at locations across the country! The Campus Ambassadors will provide support at various campuses for WWF-Canada’s campaigns including Sweater Day (February 7, 2013) and Earth Hour (March 31, 2013) as well as help develop a network of support and help shape our campus engagement plans. 

The ideal Campus Ambassador is either:
– An outgoing individual with strong leadership skills and an entrepreneurial spirit, who can take ownership and execute campus initiatives within tight timelines. 
or;
– Existing student groups who wish to partner with WWF on our on-campus initiatives. 

What: Campus Public Mobilization Ambassador
When: Jan 2nd 2013 to April 30th 2013
Shifts: Flexible shifts. Approximately 5 hours/week for the duration
Where: Any post-secondary institution in Canada. 8 positions available. (max 1 per campus)

Responsibilities:

  • Develop plans to raise awareness for Sweater Day and Earth Hour on campus
  • Visit campus businesses, campus networks, faculty, and staff, to inform and encourage their participation in WWF-Canada events and activities
  • Keep WWF-Canada informed with bi-weekly Skype/telephone updates and submit post-event reports
  • Maximize exposure of WWF campus initiatives through internal communication to your personal networks and the use of social media
  • Represent WWF-Canada, in a manner that is professional, engaging, pleasant and courteous-at-all-times
  • Develop a network of campus contacts for WWF-Canada
  • Plan and organize at least one SD and EH activity on campus
  • Manage and report on approved budget for events (Activity & budget must be approved by WWF in terms of scope and scale)

Experience and Skills:

  • Experience planning and implementing events and fundraising initiatives
  • Proven ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete work with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated relationship building skills and strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent English comprehension and communication skills are essential
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative to ensure results
  • Proficient with Excel, Facebook, Twitter, Skype, and Google Documents
  • An interest and education in environmental/sustainability issues preferred
  • Must be 18 years or older to apply
  • Must be a current student at a Canadian Post-Secondary Institution

Character Profile:

  • Dependable, professional, courteous, energetic and passionate
  • Accurate, efficient with an aptitude for time management
  • Outgoing and comfortable with large groups of people
  • Pleasant and professional at all times and under all conditions
  • Strong problem-solving skills and excellent judgment

Benefits:

  • Excellent opportunity to hone your leadership and outreach skills while planning campus-wide events
  • Great opportunity to interact with the public and inform your fellow students about WWF-Canada’s Public Mobilization work
  • Receive on-going support from a WWF-Canada staff person and event specific promotional materials
  • Have a chance to work with one of the world’s leading global environmental organization and effect real change in your community!
  • Volunteers will have their approved costs reimbursed and will be provided with a reference letter if requested

Next steps: To apply, please fill out our online volunteer form and attach your resume and cover letter by Friday, January 4th 2013! Please reference your campus in the name of your resume. Selected candidates will be asked to attend an interview and provide references. 

If you are applying on behalf of a group, please select one individual to represent the group on both the application form and in the interviews. In your cover letter please explain why your group is a good fit for WWF-Canada.

While we appreciate all our applicants, only those selected will be contacted. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions: [email protected].