Sparks Unit Guiders - Girl Guides of Canada (Edmonton)

Welcome to Girl Guides! We empower young girls and women to be everything they want to be, and as a volunteer, you will help make that happen! Our volunteers support girls as they build confidence, develop new skills and become leaders in their communities.

As part of a unit’s leadership team, you’ll facilitate fun and engaging program activities, like scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, games and more with our Sparks (5-6 years).

No experience necessary 

Volunteers will receive access to a digital program platform stocked with age-appropriate activities and meeting tools, as well as training on how to deliver activities in ways that will empower and encourage girls.

Volunteers commit to 3 hours per week for unit meetings plus additional hours, when required, for trips and events. Part-time opportunities are also available.

What You’ll Do as A Volunteer Leader:
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for girls!
- Plan regular unit meetings in person, outdoors and online, during which you’ll facilitate girl-driven programming that is fun and engaging.
- Organize in-person or virtual opportunities beyond unit meetings, including community service activities and camps.
- Support shared leadership and decision-making with girls and other volunteers.
- Promote Girl Guides to girls and women locally.
- Provide ongoing communication to girls and parents/guardians about unit activities.
- Assist with unit administration tasks, such as maintaining girls’ program records and health forms, managing safety protocols, and ordering badges.
- Assist with maintaining unit finances as required by your province.
- Support the semi-annual sales of Girl Guide Cookies.

What You’ll Bring:
- A welcoming, imaginative and enthusiastic attitude.
- Openness, flexibility and a willingness to try new things.
- An appreciation of diversity and inclusivity.
- An embrace of the girl-driven approach to Girl Guides.
- The ability to understand, encourage and respect girls’ ideas and thoughts.
- Resourcefulness, dependability and creativity.
- A willingness to show your unique talents and skills.

Successful applicants will complete the screening and onboarding process immediately and then complete self paced training with a local mentor. 

Apply Now - www.girlguides.ca/volunteer