Community Engagement Ambassador

Organizational Description

Volunteer Manitoba is proud to be a leader in community engagement by promoting and recognizing volunteerism across the province. We provide information, training and resources on all aspects of the voluntary sector and we build strong communities by working with our partners in government, business and the not-for-profit and charitable sector.

Volunteer Manitoba is committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, building diversity and inclusive teams, and creating an equitable working environment for all volunteers. We provide equal volunteer opportunities to all applicants without regard to an individual's protected status, which includes, but is not limited to, race, colour, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability age, genetic factors, or any other protected status.

Please indicate any accommodation required to facilitate a successful application and interview process when applying.

Volunteer Opportunity

Joining as a Community Engagement Ambassador, you will become the face of Volunteer Manitoba at community events, career fairs and volunteer fairs from April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026
, after which you can decide to continue volunteering with us. Your responsibilities will include setting up and working at an information booth interacting with event attendees. This position allows you to talk with hundreds of participants about the benefits and joys of volunteering!

• Attend community events, career fairs and volunteer fairs that Volunteer Manitoba has been invited to participate by having a booth.
• Create awareness of the services we offer at Volunteer Manitoba.
• Encourage various audiences including youth, newcomers, seniors and corporate audiences to volunteer by frequently speaking at a booth.
• Be well-informed about the various volunteer opportunities available on Volunteer Manitoba's website.
• Set up and take down setup at fairs.
• Collate statistics from each outreach event that will be used to support the documentation of project activities in the annual report.

• Preference will be given to applicants who are comfortable connecting with people face-to-face and answering questions.
• Has English or French verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly and passionate about helping people.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office tools.

• Access to a reliable vehicle and 5F driver's license.

• Make connections with various non-profits and charities in Manitoba.
• Gain experience providing support to others in a professional setting.
• Improve your networking skills.
• Community outreach worker, volunteer coordinator, event coordinator, teacher, social worker, communications specialist, public speaking, or public relations.

• Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
• Time Commitment:
  Daytime, Evening, Weekend.
• Shifts are Daytime Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm.
• Volunteers are requested to attend regular check-in meetings.
• Location of volunteer opportunity: various locations across Winnipeg – Assiniboine South, Downtown, Elmwood, Fort Garry, Inkster, Point Douglas, River East, River Heights, Seven Oaks, St. Boniface, St. James‑Assiniboia, St. Vital, Transcona.
• 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: A letter of reference, Certificate of recognition, Training/Orientation.