Volunteer Coordinator (Remote, Canada)

Overview

The Heather Cutler Foundation is a federally incorporated non-profit organization based in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador. Founded by Heather’s family after experiences navigating pancreatic cancer care, the Foundation is driven by a commitment to real change. Values include equity, action, empowerment, community, transparency and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Volunteer Onboarding & Engagement: Coordinate all stages of onboarding, including application review, interviews, forms collection, orientation scheduling, and issuing credentials.
• Volunteer Support & Retention: Conduct regular check-ins, ensure volunteers have the tools they need, and foster a sense of community and appreciation.
• Scheduling & Project Matching: Place volunteers into projects that fit their skills and availability; track time commitments and adapt to the Foundation’s evolving needs.
• Internal Communications: Maintain clear, organized records of volunteer involvement and communications using tools such as Notion, Slack, and Proton.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all volunteers have signed required documents (e.g., confidentiality, AI use, external communications policies) and store securely.

Qualifications

• Strong People Skills: Friendly, organized, reliable communicator with a commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Experience in Volunteer Management: Prior experience coordinating volunteers in a nonprofit or community setting preferred.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to track multiple moving parts, from documents to dates to personal stories.
• Digital Literacy: Comfortable using Notion, Proton, Slack, Google Drive, scheduling platforms, and related tools.
• Independent & Collaborative: Able to work remotely while collaborating with the Founder and project leads.
• Mission-Aligned: Passion for advocacy, equity in healthcare, and community-building. Familiarity with cancer care is a bonus, but not required.

Role Details

• Location: Remote (Canada-based preferred)
• Time Commitment: Approximately 5–7 hours per week, flexible
• Employment Type: Volunteer
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Duration: Minimum 3–6 month commitment preferred
• Supervised by: Founder & Director of Operations

Organization Description

The Heather Cutler Foundation is a Canadian nonprofit focused on pancreatic cancer advocacy, urgency, accuracy, and heart. Founded in memory of Heather Cutler, the Foundation aims to close gaps in care, expand access to innovation, and ensure no one is left behind due to geography. The movement spans petitions to expanding clinical trials beyond urban hubs.

Get Involved

Volunteers, guest authors, and partners are welcome to join through direct service, campaign support, or sharing personal experiences to inspire and inform others.

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