Digital Media and Virtual Events Coordinator

Special Job Requirements

This is a virtual position. Volunteer will be required to work remotely using their own resources, with regular meetings with supervisors scheduled via Zoom, Skype or similar video-conferencing software.

Flexible work hours will be required, as meetings with supervisors will generally occur in early evenings (after 5:00 pm EDT).

Job Summary

The Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition (WRRC) is a volunteer-based community association that acts as a central hub for the local Rainbow community. WRRC brings together various stakeholders from across the Region. Our emphasis is on building partnerships and working collaboratively to meet the needs of the Rainbow community.

In response to the COVID19 pandemic, WRRC is looking for a volunteer to assist with social media engagement with members of the LGBTQ+ community and organization of virtual social events to provide safe space for members of the community to connect.

This is a volunteer position that can be either a full-time or part-time role. This position is unpaid, though it is hoped that funds may be able to be raised to provide successful candidates a stipend for their work. WRRC prefers candidates who can start as soon as possible.

WRRC is willing to work with volunteers to add work tasks should they wish to have the position count as a co-operative education work term.

Job Responsibilities

The Digital Media and Virtual Events Coordinator will be required to:

Update, implement, document and manage our social media strategy
Define most important social media KPIs
Work with volunteers to ensure content is informative and appealing
Manage and oversee social media content
Measure the success of every social media campaign
Keep abreast of the latest social media best practices and
technologies
Communicate with local LGBTQ+ organizations and
influencers via social media to create a strong network
Assist with consultations and manage communications with diverse stakeholders to identify community needs and advertise events
Organize and coordinate daily or weekly virtual events
targeted at different segments of the LGBTQ+ community
Manage all event set-up, tear down and follow-up processes
Organize events on minimal to no budget
Contact and schedule speakers
Ensure all events maintain a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community
Assess an event’s overall success and submit findings.
Able to work independently and manage projects and events with minimal supervision

Required Skills

Strong computer application skills, particularly in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher and Excel
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including proficiency with written and spoken English
Ability to rely on and/or incorporate analytics into projects and decision-making
Evidence of appropriate interpersonal skills, a strong sense of professionalism and ability to be accountable for tasks
Strong organizational and document management skills, an ability to manage time efficiently and keen attention to detail
Experience working with confidential information
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle multiple responsibilities
Strong customer service and support experience
Comfortable working independently, as well as within a team
Experience managing social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Hootsuite
Previous event hosting experience
Preference for experience hosting events using Zoom and MeetUp platforms
Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to the LGBTQ+
community

Application Information

Please send all applications to yourwrrc@gmail.com with the Subject Line: “Application for Digital Media and Virtual Events Coordinator”.

Customized cover letters outlining why individuals are interested in this volunteer position are required.