About One Spark
One Spark
(www.one-spark.ca) is a new organization (launched October 2013) with the goal
of eliminating obstacles to financial sustainability for women facing violence—a
critical component of supporting women’s transition to a violence-free life. We
work
with women experiencing violence to create a simple business plan that outlines
how they might contribute to their financial safety plan by generating income
working for themselves. We facilitate the process of registering a woman's
business, including covering the cost of registration, provide training on
basic business issues, and provide women with a laptop computer and the
basic software required to engage in business-related activities. As a new organization, we are pursuing fundraising
opportunities and are looking for support from a summer intern.
About this Position
We are looking for a savvy intern to start immediately and work
throughout the summer to help us prepare for our first large fundraising event
– a golf tournament that will kickstart our ability to deliver services to
women who need them and will introduce One Spark to potential long-term donors.
The tournament will be held on October 2nd. The intern will work directly with
the Executive Director and Chair of the Board to help us ensure the success of
the event through securing sponsorships and silent auction donations.
The intern will be expected to conduct the following activities:
·
Reach
out to and secure donations from prospects who can offer items worth
$100-$2,000 for our event silent auction
·
Reach
out to and secure sponsorships from organizations/individuals willing to
sponsor various aspects of the event (e.g. lunch, dinner tables, golf holes, hole-in-one
competition, etc.)
·
Communicate regularly with the ED and Chair and participate in
periodic meetings
·
Share progress with the event planning committee (to meet at least
once a month in the evening during July, August and September 2014)
·
Liaise
with donors and sponsors as appropriate and steward our relationship
with them to ensure their experience with One Spark is positive and meets their
expectations
·
Arrange
for silent auction items (and other items) to be delivered to the venue or
designated location
Skills Required
We are looking for a smart, organized, tenacious and likeable individual.
The ideal candidate isn’t shy about asking for support and loves to connect
with people to create win-win situations. You are professional and well-spoken
and sensitive to the important issues of domestic violence. You respect and
will adhere to One Spark’s values and are excited to represent our organization
to potential supporters. Prior sponsorship and fundraising experience is a
definite asset.
Location
Flexible. The intern can work primarily from home if s/he wishes. Occasionally,
s/he may need to work at or near the Chair’s home office in downtown Toronto in
order to have immediate access to advice, answers, and plenty of junk food.
Work Term
Up to two months, starting immediately
Compensation
$800 honorarium ($400/month) + 10% commission on all sponsorship
and silent auction revenue from the event.
To apply, please email corrie@one-spark.ca.
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