GRANT WRITING VOLUNTEER NEEDED

           

       GRANT WRITING/Research Volunteer

ASSISTED LIVING SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO is accepting applications for

 a leadership volunteer position within the Fundraising Department at ALSO.

ALSO is seeking community leaders with experience in fundraising and grant proposals.

 

COMMITMENT:

• Work as a team member to strengthen existing partnerships
• Use skills and knowledge to enhance grant requests
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings within business hours (2 hours ~ Once per month)
• Provide research in office or within your own home office
• Assist in developing relationships and networking with donors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high level of administrative, organizational, and leadership skills
• Knowledge of committee structures and policies is an asset
• Knowledge of grant writing is an asset
• Fundraising experience is an asset
• Ability to communicate the ALSO mission and strategic directives
• Works well independently and as a co-operative team member
• Communicates effectively with others
• Possesses excellent time management and organizational skills
• Possesses exemplary customer service skills
• Computer skills in all Microsoft applications

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:

• This is a volunteer role – 8 hours per month
• Practice using high level skills and give back to our community
• Retain and learn new skills
• Gain leadership experience
• Opportunity to network

Please apply in writing by submitting your resume and cover letter to:  LauraKay@alsogroup.org

Other volunteer opportunities are also available.

Volunteers will attend an ALSO orientation, provide references, and have a vulnerable sector check (paid for by ALSO) prior to starting the volunteer role.

ALSO supports the accommodation of people with disabilities and has built their recruitment policies to support independence, dignity, participation, and equal opportunity.