Campaigns Advocate and Coordinator
Overview
Grenfell Campus Student Union
Corner Brook, NL
Any day
Various hours
6 - 12 months
Individual
Community & Care
Adult (18+)
Development
Skills you would develop
Advocacy
Communication
Promotion
Organization
Ideal for
Students in post-secondary education
Contact
Mary Feltham
1 (709) 424-9153
20 University Dr. Corner Brook, NL A2H 5G4
About the position
The Grenfell Campus Student Union (GCSU) was established in 1975 and has worked hard to represent the concerns of students ever since. The union undertakes campaigns and provides services to enhance educational, cultural, environmental, political, and social conditions for its members.
Tasks
Promote campaigns created by Canadian Federation of Students ("CFS")
Share campaigns Materials on social media
Brainstorm events to promote campaigns
Assist in tabling to speak on campaigns (as needed)
Requirements
Skills and Experience
Knowledge on CFS campaigns (can train)
Knowledge of social media platforms and effective
Accessible posting
Ability to assist in organization in events
Appropriate communication skills
About the organization
The GCSU is a non-for-profit organization made up of students for students. The GCSU is Local 36 of the Canadian Federation of Students which advocates for student rights, with a deep focus on ensuring education is accessible.
We ensure student voices and concerns are being heard and addressed by promoting campaigns that are relevant to our members. All undergraduate students at Grenfell Campus are automatically a member of the GCSU but we welcome anyone to engage in our events in whichever capacity is best suited for them.
Impact
This position allows for students to know their concerns are not only being heard, but being taken seriously. We voice the concerns and encourage action for change. With this position, we can promote the messages of our members further, and advocate for appropriate actions to be taken to resolve the concerns we have.