[getsmart-l] FW: H2infO > RiverSides is seeking volunteers.

[Janet May]

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From: h2info-l-bounces at list.web.net [mailto:h2info-l-bounces at list.web.net]
On Behalf Of Justyna Braithwaite
Sent: January 20, 2008 10:28 PM
To: h2info-l at list.web.net
Subject: H2infO > RiverSides is seeking volunteers.

 

Public Outreach Volunteers 

 

RiverSides is looking for two volunteers to assist us at public outreach
events, conferences and tradeshows. The events are interesting and fun and
will provide a great opportunity to network within the environmental world.
RiverSides is a small, dynamic organization, and we are seeking enthusiastic
people with energy and ideas. 

 

Deadline: February 7, 2008

Start & End Date: Immediately 

Time Commitment: min. 5 hours/week 

Duration: min. 3 months

Positions Available: 2

 

Responsibilities: 

*    Hosting information and sales display at conferences and trade shows

*    Co-hosting community outreach events (workshops and seminars)

 

Depending on interest, volunteers can undertake additional duties helping
with:

*    Development of monthly newsletter 

*    Maintaining and updating RiverSides' website using the site's content
management system 

*    Writing news for our website and list serv

*    Other tasks/responsibilities may also be created by the applicant

Work will take place at the RiverSides office as well as various trade
shows, conferences and outreach events.  Work will occur on weekdays. Some
weekend and evening work might be required. 

 

Skills/Knowledge:

*      Keen interest and knowledge of urban watershed protection, stormwater
management and/or green building and landscaping

*      Educational background in Environmental Studies, Urban Planning,
Geography, Landscaping, or related field

*      Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent English

*      Excellent public speaking skills

*      Enthusiastic, willing to learn and take initiative

*      Ability to work well independently and also in a flexible team

*      Computer skills: website management, MS Office; experience with html
an asset

 

Application Process:

Please email a resume and covering letter outlining your interest in this
position to:

 

Justyna Braithwaite, Communications Coordinator 

info at riversides.org 

 

Tel. 416.868.1983 

Fax. 416.868.1320 

511 Richmond Street West 

Toronto, Ontario M5V 1Y3

 

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