Start Date: November 2026End Date: April 2027Position Type: Unpaid Volunteer

Location/Status: Remote/Flexible. National and international candidates are welcome. Volunteers based in Les Cayes may work from 's office if preferred. Travel to Les Cayes during the event is encouraged but not required.

Level of Effort: Part-time, averaging approximately 8-10 hours per week, with flexibility based on campaign needs. Additional availability may be required during race week

Reports to: Chief Program OfficerSupervises: N/A

Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly children.

Vision: Our vision for Haiti: Joyful children, healthy families, thriving communities, and the resources to make it so.

Brief Organizational Summary: is an innovative and creative international development organization that has been working in Haiti for over 35 years. The organization partners with private donors to create community-based sustainable change through a grassroots and strategic holistic approach. is an action-oriented and fast-paced organization that believes in partnership solutions to poverty alleviation. ’s vision for the future is one of the strategic growth in creating healthy, sustainable communities. has a distinguished and well-established Board of Directors that provides the organization with strong governance, oversight, and strategic direction. Building upon the organization’s proven track record of success, stays true to its mission and founding principles while offering a dynamic and supportive work environment. For more information about , please visit.

Position Description:

seeks a creative, organized, and proactive volunteer to support a fundraising initiative centered around the annual Les Cayes Half Marathon in Les Cayes, Haiti.

The initiative aims to recruit 5–10 runners from Haiti and international communities, each committing to raise a minimum of $5,000 to support participation costs and 's programs.

Working closely with the Chief Program Officer and Communications team, the Volunteer – Campaign & Engagement Coordinator will help develop and execute a marketing and recruitment strategy, engage prospective participants and running communities, manage campaign communications, and support registered runners throughout the initiative.

The volunteer will also coordinate participant communications with the Development and Operations teams and provide remote or optional in-person support during race week.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Campaign Planning and Marketing
   • Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer and Communications team to develop and implement a marketing and recruitment plan.
   • Research and identify running clubs, fitness communities, universities, influencers, and other potential recruitment networks in Haiti and internationally.
   • Conduct targeted outreach through email, social media, and other communication channels to attract and recruit participants.
   • Assist in developing promotional materials and outreach messaging, utilizing AI tools and other digital resources where appropriate.
   • Maintain an organized database of contacts, outreach activities, interested prospects, and confirmed participants.
2. Participant Communications and Engagement
   • Manage the campaign email account and respond to prospective and registered participants using approved communication guidelines.
   • Maintain consistent follow-up with interested runners and support them through registration and event preparation.
   • Assist in preparing and distributing participant information packages, fundraising resources, campaign updates, and event-related communications.
   • Coordinate with the Development and Operations teams to ensure participants receive relevant fundraising information and logistical updates.
3. Event Preparation and Coordination
   • Assist with participant orientations, event preparation communications, and coordination of scheduled activities.
   • Provide remote support during race week, with optional in-person assistance in Les Cayes.
   • Maintain recruitment records and provide brief weekly progress updates to the Chief Program Officer.
   • Support post-event participant communications, feedback collection, and preparation of a brief campaign summary.
   • Organize campaign resources, contact lists, and communication templates for future fundraising initiatives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current university student, recent graduate, or professional with relevant education or experience in communications, marketing, public relations, event coordination, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• No minimum professional experience required. Relevant involvement in digital marketing, community outreach, communications, or volunteer initiatives is an asset.
• Previous fundraising or running-event experience is desirable but not required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong organizational, research, and time-management abilities, with demonstrated initiative and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, particularly Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Ability to use or learn AI tools such as ChatGPT for campaign planning, research, and communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to independently engage prospective participants and organizations.
• Ability to work remotely, collaborate across teams, and manage assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Commitment to 's mission and values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with running communities, fitness influencers, and digital content creation tools such as Canva.
• Interest in nonprofit fundraising, community engagement, or international development.

Compensation and Benefits

This is an unpaid, part-time volunteer opportunity open to national and international candidates. The position is primarily remote, although volunteers based in Les Cayes may work from 's office if preferred. No salary, employee benefits, relocation assistance, or remote-work allowances are provided.

Travel to Haiti is optional and is not a condition of selection or participation in the volunteer opportunity. Volunteers may fulfill their responsibilities entirely remotely, including during race week.

Volunteers interested in attending the event in person may either:

• Raise a minimum of $5,000 to participate through the campaign's fundraising package, which includes applicable travel, accommodations, ground transportation, and meals; or
• Qualify for organization-sponsored event travel and related expenses by successfully recruiting at least 10 confirmed fundraising participants.

Organization-sponsored travel is subject to 's travel, security, and approval procedures. Volunteers are not required to fundraise personally or travel to Haiti to fulfill their responsibilities.

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