CHAPTER VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

Board of Directors - Media Relations

 

 

OUR MISSION

·        To stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.

 

ROLE PROFILE

·        As Director - Media Relations, you are a leader for a dynamic grassroots MADD Canada Chapter within your community.  You will work collaboratively with fellow board members; community partners and the national staff to support our mission.

 

COMMITMENT                                                                                                                    

·        1-2 year term, 5-8+ hours / month.

 

PREREQUISITE

·        Be an active Chapter member.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY TASKS / ACTIVITIES       

·        Actively seek opportunities to promote MADD Canada and your local Chapter.

·        Raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving (drinking and / or drugs).

·        Nurture positive relationships with local media (newspapers, television, radio, magazines, community newsletters, etc...).

·        Maintain regular contact with the media – newspapers, radio and television.

·        Partake in media interviews as needed.

·        Keep a log of media contacts.

·        Co-ordinate press / news releases; invite the media to Chapter events (i.e., launches, anniversaries, victim vigils, etc…).

·        Chair and prepare agendas and minutes for the public awareness / media relations committee (if applicable).

·        Attend monthly board / Chapter meetings.

·        Attend annual general and / or general meetings.

·        Assist committee chairs and members as necessary.

·        Act as a spokesperson & community liaison for the Chapter (as necessary).

·        Work collaboratively with fellow board members; your community; community partners (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services, media, schools, health department, local merchants, companies, etc…) and the national office.

·        Be knowledgeable about MADD Canada’s policies, programs and services.

·        Promote the Chapter positively within your community.

·        Act as a signing officer for the Chapter (as required).

·        Attend the National Leadership Conference (strongly encouraged).

·        Actively seek opportunities to partner and build strategic alliances / partnerships.

·        Lead by example.

 

BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING

·        Share your skills and expertise as a leader.

·        Meet new people.

·        Learn new skills.

·        Gain new insights and experiences.

·        Explore or confirm new career opportunities.

·        Contribute to the well-being of your community.

 

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES

·        You possess strong leadership skills.

·        You possess strong communication skills.

·        You possess strong networking skills.

·        You are a strategic thinker.

·        You are a people person.

·        You are friendly.

·        You are a team player.

·        You possess tact, discipline and attention to detail.

·        You have prior experience serving on a board of directors (preferred, but not required).

 

ORIENTATION

·        You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session (from / by your local Chapter).

 

TRAINING

·        You will be supported and trained by fellow board members and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant.

 

WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS

·        Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada @ www.madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume).

·        Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 
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