External Relations Coordinator

About this Role

Create and maintain long-lasting relationships with companies.

Responsibilities

• Pitch the organization’s value and sponsorship agreements to companies online and on call.
• Maintain a professional face for the organization.
• Be the main point of contact for inquiries and follow-ups.
• Assist with pitching the organization’s value and sponsorship agreements to companies online and in-person.
• Report directly to the Director of External Relations.

Skills

• Experience formally corresponding with external organizations (e.g. in a club, through a volunteer experience, or at a co-op)
• Experience working with sponsorships an asset
• Able to take initiative, given autonomy
• Excellent communication skills; confident in pitching and selling an idea
• Passionate about building a tech community!

Commitment

• Weekly commitment is 2-5 hrs/week.
• Weekly department meeting attendance is expected.
• If you cannot make a meeting, you need to communicate it to your Director at least 24 hours in advance.
• Always read meeting minutes and communicate about your progress with action items.