VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN Canada

PUBLICATIONS & VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

LOCATION	Based in Toronto, Canada
EDUCATION	Be enrolled in or have attained some form of post-secondary education
LANGUAGE ABILITY	Fluent in English and Spanish (writing as well as speaking)
EXPERIENCE AND / OR KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED	Knowledge and interest in international development Previous international experience Experience in leadership roles Excellent interpersonal skills Computer skills Previous experience working with volunteers as asset
TIME OF COMMITMENT	Minimum 3 months
DUTIES:	Liaison between the Toronto office and the volunteers in the Dominican Republic. Orient new volunteers to Sonrisas in the Dominican Republic Provide support to volunteers as required Create a quarterly newsletter in Spanish to distribute amongst volunteers, staff and supporters regarding the work being done in the programs Travel throughout the country to visit the volunteers

VOLUNTEER ROLES - COMMUNITY OUTREACH

PURPOSE of the ROLE	To assist the Fundraiser/Event Coordinator with increasing public awareness and support of surrounding communities
DUTIES:	Approach different social clubs and centres to arrange for presentations on Smiles Foundation Approach retirement homes to arrange for presentations on Smiles Foundation Assist the Fundraiser/Event Coordinator with arranged presentations Prepare follow-up thank you letters for institutions where presentations are arranged Maintain database of locations of presentations Maintain database of all institutions approached Sell Smiles Foundation promotional items at presentations
QUALIFICATIONS:	Proficiency with computer applications (MS Access an asset) Reliable and punctual outgoing and friendly Articulate and comfortable dealing with the public
TIME COMMITMENT	A minimum of 6 hours a week with flexibility to attend presentations. Seasonal volunteers welcome.
LOCATION	SMILES FOUNDATION 2727 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301 (Keele&Steeles) Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: 647 955-6423 Fax: 416 663-4495 info@smilesfoundation.org *OTHER LOCATIONS TO BE DETERMINED
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:	Introduction to agency and dental programs Ongoing training and support provided by Fundraiser and Event Coordinator Additional training offered with demonstrated need
REWARDS:	Providing vital community outreach support to a community agency Raising awareness about the urgency of dental care in poor countries Formal and ongoing recognition Personal satisfaction from helping others Opportunity to learn new skills Compensation for travel to other locations in the Toronto area if necessary

VOLUNTEER ROLES - PUBLICATION COORDINATOR

PURPOSE of the ROLE	To assist the Fundraiser/Event Coordinator with the design of publications
DUTIES:	Design newsletters, brochures, flyers, annual reports, etc. Maintain portfolio of all publications produced
QUALIFICATIONS:	Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Publisher Reliable and punctual outgoing and friendly Articulate and comfortable dealing with the public
TIME COMMITMENT	A minimum of 4 hours per week. Time may vary throughout the year.
LOCATION	SMILES FOUNDATION 2727 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301 (Keele&Steeles) Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: 647 955-6423 Fax: 416 663-4495 info@smilesfoundation.org
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:	Introduction to agency and dental programs Ongoing training and support provided by Fundraiser and Event Coordinator Additional training offered with demonstrated need
REWARDS:	Providing vital community outreach support to a community agency Assisting in raising awareness about the urgency of dental care in poor countries Formal and ongoing recognition Personal satisfaction from helping others Opportunity to interact with others and learn new skills

VOLUNTEER ROLES - EVENT COORDINATOR

PURPOSE of the ROLE	To assist the Fundraiser/Event Coordinator with planning and coordinating events
DUTIES:	Develop a database of companies to approach for sponsorship Print and mail requests for sponsorships Contact media to advertise event Promote event through faxing and emailing flyers Sell tickets for the event Maintain database of tickets sold
QUALIFICATIONS:	Proficiency with MS Office Reliable and punctual outgoing and friendly Articulate and comfortable dealing with the public
TIME COMMITMENT	A minimum of 8 hours per week. Time may vary depending on upcoming events. Seasonal volunteers welcome.
LOCATION	SMILES FOUNDATION 2727 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301 (Keele&Steeles) Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: 647 955-6423 Fax: 416 663-4495 info@smilesfoundation.org *OTHER LOCATIONS TO BE DETERMINED
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:	Introduction to agency and dental programs Ongoing training and support provided by Fundraiser and Event Coordinator Additional training offered with demonstrated need
REWARDS:	Providing vital community outreach support to a community agency Raising awareness about the urgency of dental care in poor countries Formal and ongoing recognition Personal satisfaction from helping others Opportunity to interact with others and learn new skills

VOLUNTEER ROLES - FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR

PURPOSE of the ROLE	To receive in-kind donations of dental and office equipment and supplies to ship to the Dominican Republic
DUTIES:	Prepare tax receipts for donations received Follow up with individuals and companies that would like to donate items Approach dental companies for in-kind donations Arrange for pick-up of items with DeBoer's Furniture
QUALIFICATIONS:	Proficiency with MS Office Reliable and punctual outgoing and friendly Articulate and comfortable dealing with the public
TIME COMMITMENT	A minimum of 8 hours per week.
LOCATION	SMILES FOUNDATION 2727 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301 (Keele&Steeles) Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: 647 955-6423 Fax: 416 663-4495 info@smilesfoundation.org *OTHER LOCATIONS TO BE DETERMINED
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:	Introduction to agency and dental programs Ongoing training and support provided by Director of Development Additional training offered with demonstrated need
REWARDS:	Providing vital equipment and supplies to the clinics in the Dominican Republic Formal and ongoing recognition Personal satisfaction from helping others Opportunity to interact with others and learn new skills

VOLUNTEER ROLES - MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

PURPOSE of the ROLE	To assist the Fundraiser/Event Coordinator with increasing membership of Smiles Foundation
DUTIES:	Recruit new members through community outreach, direct mail, etc. Process Smiles Foundation membership applications and prepare membership correspondence. Print and mail member newsletters and direct mail pieces. Keep members informed through periodic telephone calls or letters. Print and mail membership renewals Maintain membership database Sell Smiles Foundation promotional items to members
QUALIFICATIONS:	Proficiency withcomputer applications (MS Access an asset) Reliable and punctual outgoing and friendly Articulate and comfortable dealing with the public
TIME COMMITMENT	A minimum of 6 hours per week. Seasonal volunteers welcome.
LOCATION	SMILES FOUNDATION 2727 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301 (Keele&Steeles) Toronto, ON M3J 3G9 Tel: 647 955-6423 Fax: 416 663-4495 info@smilesfoundation.org
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:	Introduction to agency and dental programs Ongoing training and support provided by Fundraiser and Event Coordinator Additional training offered with demonstrated need
REWARDS:	Providing vital community outreach support to a community agency Raising awareness about the urgency of dental care in poor countries Formal and ongoing recognition Personal satisfaction from helping others Opportunity to interact with others and learn new skills