The Kidney Foundation of Canada is seeking passionate volunteers in Northern Ontario (Sudbury and Thunder Bay area) to help raise awareness about kidney health and support individuals affected by kidney disease. As a Kidney Health Community Ambassador, you’ll represent the Foundation at health fairs and community events to share vital information and resources about kidney health with the public, healthcare professionals and patients diagnosed with kidney disease or renal failure.
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education and support; promoting access to quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation.
Why Volunteer with Us?
· Empower your community by making a difference in the lives of those with kidney diseases.
· Grow personally and professionally by developing skills in customer service, stakeholder engagement and public speaking.
· Connect with a network of health care professionals and volunteers across Ontario.
Volunteer Duties:
· Support the Kidney Foundation booths at local health fairs and community events.
o Answer general questions about the Foundation and kidney disease.
o Distribute education materials and promote Kidney Foundation’s programs and volunteer opportunities.
o
Build
relationships and share resources with healthcare professionals at kidney care centres.
What We’re Looking For:
· Volunteers who are independent, reliable, and collaborative.
· Comfortable engaging with the public and working remotely with staff support.
Additional Details:
· Locations: Northern Ontario (Primarily in Sudbury and Thunder Bay area)
· Commitment: Flexible, based on event schedule
· Dress Code: Black or dark shirt and pants; comfortable closed-toe footwear
· Training: Orientation to Kidney Foundation programs and resources will be provided by staff
More about the Foundation
To learn more about the Foundation and explore our vision and mission, please visit our website at kidney.ca.
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is strongly committed to diversity within its staff, Board and volunteers, and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous Peoples of North America, persons living with disabilities, LGBTQ+ persons, and others who can contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation.
Interested? Please send your resume to:
Volunteer and Donor Stewardship Officer, The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch (E: Ontario.volunteer@kidney.ca)
