Job Description

Job category: Donor recruitment, fundraising and sales
Job posting ID: 5956
Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated end date: 2024-09-01
Classification: HEU 180
Salary/Rate of pay: $18.41/hr
Application deadline: Until filled
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

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Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Summer Student - Plasma Recruiter to join our dynamic Plasma Operations team.
The Plasma Operations team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by collecting plasma in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role, you will be attending events/festivals to engage with community members and create brand awareness about Canadian Blood Services. This opportunity would give you the chance to interact with hundreds of festival goers and attendees while enjoying the activities in your local community.
Formula for success

• Utilizing your communication skills, you will educate and inform the general public about the need for donors locally.
• Drawing on your ability to connect with people, you will fill up a robust contact platform to allow us to communicate further with these interested community members.
• With your excellent interpersonal skills, you will work with volunteers who are also looking to support the growth of the awareness about Canadian Blood Services.
• Leveraging your experience in developing and managing sales opportunities, you will identify events/festivals and other opportunities to set up activation booths.
• At events, you will organize, set up and maintain the supplies for these activation display booths.

Desired education and skills

• Experience with sales, promotions and/or marketing and dealing with the public
• Ability to initiate conversation and speak comfortably regarding opportunities to get involved at Canadian Blood Services.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong personal initiative and a passion for the cause
• Some post-secondary education, plus related experience or equivalent combination
• Preference will be given to those with an interest in Sales, Communications, Marketing or Public Outreach
• Preference will be given to those with previous experience with volunteers and volunteering
• Experience with use of devices such as tablets and laptops
• Experience with use of social media

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation
• Payment in lieu of holidays
• Payment in lieu of benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shift/hours - available to work days, afternoons, evenings and weekends
• Travel requirements - travel will be required to community events. We offer a mileage program if using a personal vehicle
• Physical requirements - ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.