Job Title: Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist

Vacancies :This posting is for (1) new role.

Work Model : Hybrid Work Model

Salary Band : 4 ($52,000 - $56,000 CAD) - HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer - and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way - MAKING AN IMPACT

Reporting to the Manager of Relay for Life Youth (RFLY), Signature Programs, the Relay for Life Youth Specialist will work as part of the national RFLY team to actively solicit new business opportunities with high schools to meet strategic revenue targets for the Relay for Life Youth Program. Relay for Life is a fundraising event put on by students at their school to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society and support individuals in their community impacted by cancer.

This role is responsible for revenue development, program support, and relationship management of current and new schools within the program. This role is a hybrid work model also requiring travel to high schools across the region, for recruitment, committee meetings, Relay events and student leadership conferences from September to July. July and August are focused on program planning and development. - WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING :

- School Recruitment Events

- Recruit new high schools and maintain relationships with existing schools participating in Relay for Life.

- Present the program to students, teachers,



and school administrators.

- Attend leadership conferences and promote Relay for Life through booths and workshops.

- Coaching and Stewardship

- Manage and significantly grow a revenue portfolio of approximately $250,000.

- Train, coach, and mentor students organizing panels and teacher advisors.

- Support committees to achieve participation and fundraising goals.

- Attend committee meetings as required to support event success.

- Coach on strategies including recruitment, fundraising, marketing, promotions, and sponsorship.

- Plan and deliver training initiatives such as Relay University.

- Program Development

- Support year‑round program and resource development initiatives.

- Liaise with internal CCS departments related to program delivery.

- Adhere to administrative procedures and required reporting.

- Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality

- Other duties as assigned. - QUALIFICATIONS :

- Post-secondary education in a related field.

- At least 1 - 2 years of customer service, fundraising, and/or sales experience.

- Experience working in a Non-profit setting is considered an asset

- Experience with Instagram and Canva is considered an asset.





- Proficiency in Microsoft tools including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.

- Knowledge and/or involvement in the Relay for Life Youth program is an asset.

- A Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

- Occasional travel across Canada occurs for internal meetings, conferences, and event visits; often independently. (All necessary travel expenses are covered by the Canadian Cancer Society)

- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.

- Bilingualism (French/English) is required due to the organization’s nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions.

- Others may apply. - WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US : COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work workplace where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily. - COME AS YOU ARE - HOW TO APPLY :

- OTHER INFORMATION**:

- Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote _ healthy lifestyles , employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

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📌 Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Canadian Cancer Society
📍 Ottawa