Community Engagement Coordinator

Windscape Kite Club is seeking an enthusiastic, organized Community Engagement Coordinator to help build strong sponsorships, partnerships, and volunteer teams for our events. This is a collaborative, community-facing role for someone who enjoys connecting with people, staying organized, and helping events run smoothly.

What youll do

Volunteer Coordination

• Support volunteer recruitment, communication, scheduling, orientation, and festival-day check-in.
• Work with the Volunteer Committee, Festival Manager, board members, and coordinators to fill volunteer roles and respond to needs.
• Help create a positive, welcoming volunteer experience across both festivals.
• Support volunteer coordination during event operations and wrap-up.

Sponsorship & Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with cash and in-kind sponsors.
• Deliver sponsorship packages, follow up with prospective sponsors, and support sponsor agreements.
• Coordinate sponsorship invoicing, logo collection, recognition, benefits, banners, and thank-you reporting.
• Help meet sponsorship goals by the end of March 2027.

You may be a great fit if you have

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Confidence with outreach, sponsorship requests, public speaking, and community engagement.
• A collaborative, positive, flexible approach.
• Ability to work independently while staying connected with a team.
• Experience with Excel, Google Drive, and event or volunteer coordination.
• A valid Class 5 drivers licence, access to a vehicle, and access to a computer.
• Knowledge of Windscape, Blenders Events, or community arts organizations is an asset.

Compensation

• $11,500 guaranteed total
• Up to 400 hours of sponsorship work at $20/hour ($8,000)
• $3,500 for volunteer coordination during the festival period
• Plus 2% commission on financial sponsorships secured, with no cap.
• The role is expected to begin in mid-October 2026.