Job Description

Details:Mission and objectives:Action Lab for Development is dedicated to advancing education, food security, and advocacy to empower entrepreneurs, newcomers and promote creative economies in Canada. We envision a future where local innovators and newcomers have the resources to thrive through growth and development.
Our mission includes five key objectives:
We provide tools and opportunities for creative innovation and entrepreneurship, focusing on continuous improvement.
We enable networking and training activities to connect entrepreneurs, institutions, and partners.
We educate entrepreneurs and newcomers about fair business practices and social responsibility.
We guide emerging entrepreneurs in understanding social and business ecosystems through essential skills and techniques.
We encourage youth involvement in volunteering and ensure universal access to research and education by building digital platforms for community knowledge and supporting local ingenuity.
Action Lab For Development was registered as an Extra-Provincial Corporation in Alberta-Canada in 2024, granted special consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2020, reflecting our commitment to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our primary focus areas include:

• Food Security
• Advocacy
• Education
• These initiatives aim to positively impact local innovators, including newcomers in Canada who may be facing challenges related to integration into a new environment and starting life. Our research shows that access to education, particularly in social entrepreneurship, is a powerful tool for these individuals. It enables them to turn their experiences into practical solutions that benefit their communities.

Context:Action Lab for Development Canada is dedicated to advancing education, food security, and advocacy, empowering entrepreneurs and newcomers to thrive in Canada. We aim to equip local innovators, including newcomers, with the tools and opportunities needed to grow and contribute to creative economies. Our key objectives include:
Providing resources for creative innovation and continuous improvement.
Connecting entrepreneurs, institutions, and partners through training and networking.
Educating on ethical entrepreneurship and social responsibility.
Guiding entrepreneurs in navigating business and social ecosystems.
Encouraging youth involvement
Registered in Alberta in 2024, was granted consultative status by the UN Economic and Social Council in 2020, Action Lab For Development focuses on Food Security, Advocacy, and Education. Our initiatives aim to help newcomers, particularly those facing integration challenges, by providing education and tools for social entrepreneurship, fostering community-driven solutions.Task type:Communication and social mediaTask description:We are seeking four dedicated online volunteers to help enhance communication and community engagement in Alberta-Canada. The online volunteers will:
1. Develop an Online Communication Strategy
Create a digital plan to share our mission, values, and objectives across social media and online channels.
2. Content Creation
- Produce a weekly social media post to raise awareness.
- Write a bi-weekly article on key initiatives and events.
3. Digital Promotional Materials
Design three graphics and flyers for social media and digital platforms.
4. Video Production
Create one video of 15-30 minutes highlighting key aspects of our initiatives for social media sharing.
Each online volunteer will be assigned one of these tasks, ensuring a clear distribution of responsibilities in line with our policy of assigning one task per online volunteer.Requirements:- Background in marketing, communications, community engagement advocacy, or a related field (students and recent graduates welcome).
- Familiarity with online community engagement advocacy strategies, particularly in Alberta.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for virtual interactions.
- Experience in developing online marketing content and promotional materials.
- Passion for social impact and a commitment to advancing the objectives of Action Lab for Development.Work Hours: 6 - 10

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