SuperWalk Coordinator

Commitment The time commitment for this opportunity is April to October 6-8 hours per month, including monthly meetings and post event wrap up. You will also attend the event which is usually held in early September. How to Apply Interested candidates should complete a Volunteer Profile, available at: http://superwalk.parkinsoncanada.volunteerhub.com/ Resumes are strongly encouraged, but not required.   Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Parkinson Canada volunteers will need to provide proof of full Covid 19 vaccination status prior to commencement of volunteer duties. Parkinson Canada is committed to inclusion, fairness, respect, human dignity, and equity.  We provide accessible employment and volunteer engagement practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed and encouraged. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  For questions or accommodation requests, please contact the Volunteer Engagement Manager, Graham Marshall-Coultas at 1-800-565-3000, ext. 3319 or graham.marshall-coultas@parkinson.ca.   Please note that the selected candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check. Parkinson Canada 316 – 4211 Yonge Street Toronto, Ontario M2P 2A9 416-227-9700 – 1-800-565-3000

What is Needed to Succeed in this Role Exceptional leadership skills and enjoy working as part of a team  Excellent organizational skills  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  Ability to delegate and hold volunteers accountable  Possess an interest in working with Parkinson Canada and with Canadians living with Parkinson’s and their families  Able to dedicate the amount of time required to successfully execute the role  Able to meet deadlines

Your Contribution As a SuperWalk Coordinator, your people-skills, enthusiasm, and talent for organizing make you an excellent community facilitator. You enjoy guiding and mentoring other volunteers and helping them excel at their tasks. As someone who loves event logistics, you excel at key tasks, including: Selecting and securing site for SuperWalk  Preparing a budget for the local event  Sourcing local sponsorships  Recruiting and providing leadership for the organizing committee Managing volunteers alongside the Volunteer Coordinator Organizing and Chairing Committee Meetings  Attending monthly (April-October) conference calls with Parkinson Canada event staff Attending and overseeing all aspects of the walk including post walk wrap up What is Needed to Succeed in this Role Exceptional leadership skills and enjoy working as part of a team  Excellent organizational skills  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  Ability to delegate and hold volunteers accountable  Possess an interest in working with Parkinson Canada and with Canadians living with Parkinson’s and their families  Able to dedicate the amount of time required to successfully execute the role  Able to meet deadlines

Benefits for SuperWalk Coordinators As a volunteer SuperWalk Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to develop your leadership potential and project management skills in a context outside of regular employment. You will work with an excellent group of people and be able to network with others in a related field. Most importantly you will make an impact in the lives of those living with Parkinson’s.