Fraser River Discovery Centre (Volunteer Creative Assistant)

Organization Name: Fraser River Discovery Centre
Opportunity Title: Volunteer Creative Assistant
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Commitment: 6 months to 1 year, Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: September 20, 2024
End Date: October 1, 2099

Email: volunteer@fraserriverdiscovery.org
Website: http://www.fraserriverdiscovery.org/
Details:
  • Background/police check required
  • Appropriate for youth (i.e., less than 18)
  • Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
  • Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over
  • Training or orientation required
Opportunity Description:

Volunteering at the Fraser River Discovery Centre (FRDC) is educational, rewarding, and fun! You’ll engage with learners of all ages and help inspire stewards of the river through our interactive programs. This opportunity will grant you valuable volunteer work experience.

Volunteer Creative Assistant:
Under the direction of the FRDC Education Manager and the Public Engagement Manager, you will perform a range of duties at the FRDC, all designed to elevate education and public programming.

Responsibilities:
• Assist FRDC staff with preparing materials for events, public programs, and educational
programs.
• Help create designs for promotional materials.
• Assist with research and development for various projects and programs.
• Assist with program and special event installations.

Time Commitment:
• Please commit to at least 6 months of consistent volunteering at the FRDC.
• Be available for at least a 2-hour volunteer shift per week (shift schedules are flexible).

General Volunteer Requirements:
• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• A desire to work with children and families.
• Interest in graphic design.
• Ability to collaborate with other FRDC staff.
• Must be able to participate in an in-person interview.
• Must complete volunteer orientation prior to their first shift.
• Must consent to a Criminal Record Check.

General Volunteer Benefits:
• Opportunity to engage with learners of all ages and learn about the Fraser River.
• Free admission to the FRDC over the course of your placement.
• 15% off at the FRDC gift shop.
• Gain work experience to add to your resume!
• After successfully completing your volunteer service, you will receive a Letter of Reference and Proof of Completion Letter which states your total hours volunteered.

For more information, please visit https://fraserriverdiscovery.org/becomeavolunteer/ or email volunteer@fraserriverdiscovery.org

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