Position Summary 

Responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating logistics such as:
  • A detailed event budget
  • Fundraising and in-kind donation efforts (potentially requiring written grants)
  • Permit applications
  • Entertainment, activity, and cultural bookings
  • Food preparation and service
• Volunteer recruitment, briefing, and organization leading up to and during th

Purpose: In accordance with Volunteer Manitoba’s mission and vision, the Rural Training Coordinator follows the policies and procedures set out for this department, as well as the organization as a whole. Working closely with the Manager of Training, the Rural Training Coordinator will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating online and in‐person workshops outside of Winnipeg. These workshops are intended for individuals working in the not‐for‐profit sector, Board members and community volunteers.

Initiatives for Just Communities is looking for an outgoing and energetic person this summer to coordinate an art show for the fall. The artists are currently and/or formerly incarcerated people involved in their Open Circle and Circles of Support & Accountability programs. Some data entry will also be required.