Volunteer
Why Volunteer?
Besides knowing that you are contributing to positive change in wildlife conservation, there are many other personal and professional benefits to becoming a volunteer.
- Strengthen your knowledge of Saskatchewan species and their natural history.
- Develop effective communication.
- Dealing with the public directly.
- Convincing people to do what is right and/or dealing with intense situations.
- Written communication, grant proposals, marketing and education materials.
- Develop leadership skills.
- Manage cases independently, ensuring successful resolution.
- Leadership roles within the organization.
- We encourage volunteers to come up with creative ideas and lead new initiatives.
- Networking opportunities.
- Part of a network of experts in the field.
- Establish rapport and relationships with key collaborators.
- Identify areas of need in wildlife conservation and be inspired to help us advance the field.
Volunteer Positions
Hotline Operator & Educator
Volunteering for the hotline is one of the most important ways to help! The hotline is a source of information for the public and hotline volunteers provide solutions to calls and coordinate rescues and transports when necessary. Hotline shifts are generally 4 hours, if possible.
Rescue Responder
Volunteers are needed to rescue and transport animals throughout the year. Spring and summer are the busiest, as wildlife is more abundant at this time, especially baby animals. Volunteers must be comfortable handling wild animals. This is a great way to get hands on experience with Saskatchewan wildlife!
Other Opportunities
There may be other ways to help our organization, such as helping with events, fundraising, and grant applications. WRSOS also hires summer students each summer. Internships may also be available.
Current Opportunities
Fundraising Coordinator
We are currently looking for a Fundraising Coordinator to join our leadership team.
Overview
WRSOS is a volunteer driven, registered non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Saskatchewan wildlife. WRSOS aims to promote education, respect, understanding, and appreciation of wildlife and the environment so that humans and wildlife can successfully co-exist.
The primary source of funding for WRSOS is donations and sponsorship. WRSOS relies on the community’s support to maintain its operations. WRSOS has many dedicated volunteers who respond to the 2500+ calls received on its Wildlife 911 each year. While much of the wildlife is left in the wild, 1000+ animals are rescued for rehabilitation or veterinary care each year.
Description
Please note this is an unpaid, volunteer position.
Reporting directly to the Director of Fund Development, the Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of fundraising strategies and initiatives. This is a great opportunity for a student or recent graduate looking for meaningful work with a non-profit organization and will provide valuable experience in non-profit fundraising management and event planning.
The Fundraising Coordinator is expected to commit approximately 4 hours per week to this role.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Fundraising Coordinator will:
- Develop realistic fundraising goals and projects
- Lead the planning and management of fundraising activities
- Research and prepare submissions for grants and other prospects
- Network with other non-profit organizations
- Approach businesses to identify fundraising opportunities through corporate programs or in-kind
donations - Help increase communication and awareness of WRSOS
- Work with the Management Team
- Undertake other tasks as required
Qualifications
- Fundraising experience
- Comfortable with computer programs, such as Microsoft Office and web applications
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Willingness to work on a team and share information and expertise
- Attention to detail
- Professional, energetic and efficient approach
- Knowledge and interest in wildlife and/or environmental conservation preferred
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and completed Volunteer Application to volunteer@wrsos.org.
Hotline Operator & Educator
Ongoing recruitment; we are always looking for talented people to join our Hotline team.
Rescue Responder
Ongoing recruitment; we are always looking for talented people to join our Rescue team.
Interested candidates should email a completed Volunteer Application to volunteer@wrsos.org.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant training and have an up-to-date membership.