Outreach Director

Do you have a passion for ensuring Albertans receive the best possible health care?  Are you looking for a way to make a difference while using your skills to make a difference in people’s lives?

Open Arms Patient Advocacy Society is currently recruiting for Outreach Director The roles and responsibilities for this position are outlined below. We are a non-profit organization based in Alberta that offers free advocacy services for individuals in our province who are struggling with their healthcare needs. We empower individuals to have a voice, and offer guidance, resources, and support to help navigate our challenging healthcare system. 

Please apply using the form at the bottom of our volunteer page: https://openarmsadvocacy.com/volunteer/. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview, but we thank all applicants for their interest in supporting our mission! 


Role and Responsibilities 

The Outreach Director will work in collaboration with the Marketing Chairs, Outreach Director, and Marketing & Outreach Team to foster and maintain relationships with likeminded organizations and individuals. Some of the key responsibilities include:  

 

Attend Marketing & Outreach Committee meetings and collaborate/brainstorm new marketing and outreach initiatives to promote the Society. 

Develop and maintain relationships with likeminded organizations and individuals to increase the exposure of the Society AND create the potential for collaboration. 

Serve as a key contact/liaison between the Society and external organizations.  

Lead outreach initiatives such as booths at conferences or fairs in collaboration with the Board Chair and Marketing & Outreach volunteers.  

Stay up to date on current healthcare issues and matters surrounding patient care.