Director Logistics - CIBC Run for the Cure Leadership Volunteering - Brandon
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| Organization Name: | Canadian Cancer Society |
| Address: | Winnipeg MB |
| Website: | https://support.cancer.ca/site/PageServer?pagename=RFLY_NW_homepage&s_locale=en_CA |
| Organizational Description: | At the Canadian Cancer Society, we are committed to uniting and inspiring Canadians to take control of cancer. That's why we are always funding high performance research that improves cancer outcomes and addresses the greatest opportunities for progress. It's why we lead change in the most pressing areas of cancer policy including prevention, access, affordability and support. And it's why we provide the highest quality cancer information for all Canadians, promote cancer prevention and provide targeted support to help people with cancer, their families and caregivers cope. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5314 |
| Description of Duties: | As a leadership volunteer, you will be part of our committees of 10 to 15 volunteers who will work over the months to help us organize our fundraising events. Depending on the needs in your community, available roles could include committee lead, logistics, community outreach, volunteer lead, and social media. Description The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run. This year's event will be taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
As the volunteer Run Director, Logistics you will be responsible for: • Providing leadership and guidance to your team of Logistics volunteers (4-6 people, depending on site size). • Supporting the Logistics Leads in developing local event plan • Ensuring all important Logistics tasks are completed as per the timeline outlined in the critical path. • Overseeing the executing of all logistics for set up, event day and teardown. • Working to ensure your event meets local revenue and participant targets. • Co-hosting committee meetings with your fellow Run Director, Community Engagement. • Meeting regularly with your CCS staff partner and Run Director, Community Engagement. • Reviewing the CIBC Run for the Cure Minimum Standards and ensure all committee initiatives abide by CCS best practices. • Supporting the interviewing and onboarding of new Logistics volunteers.
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| Skills Required: | Why we need you It is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada in support of the breast cancer cause. What we're looking for The ideal candidate for this volunteer role has: • A positive attitude • Communication and interpersonal skills • A strong sense of self-motivation and time management. Must be 18+ to apply and complete the Canadian Cancer Society code of conduct. Our Investment JOIN US and be part of the larger Run community and have the opportunity to learn and mentor as you engage with CCS staff and volunteers. Your commitment • This is a 6-month commitment (May through October). • Attending local committee meetings (generally bi-weekly to monthly). • Independent role work/responsibilities (approx. 8+ hours per month). • Must be available over the event weekend (October 5 & October 6). |
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| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Remote Volunteering |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Brandon |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | Certificate of recognition Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | Oct 5, 2026 |
