Ottawa Food Bank Special Events

Due to COVID-19 our special events have been cancelled for the foreseeable future

Position Details

Position Title: Event Representative
Supervisor: Events Manager or Events Coordinator
Purpose: To help our Events Team successfully execute Ottawa Food Bank events
Time Commitment: Varies depending on specific scheduled event; often on weekends and evening. Typically 3-4 hours per shift.

Tasks, Duties, & Responsibilities

  • Collect food and funds at events
  • Thank donors
  • Help set up and tear down event displays
  • Educate the public on how the Ottawa Food Bank benefits the community

Qualifications, Skills, & Requirments

  • Enjoy working with the public
  • Able to lift 20 lbs is an asset
  • Bilingualism an asset
  • Must follow directions of event staff
  • Minimum age to volunteer alone: 14 years
  • Minimum age to volunteer with supervision: children volunteering with family members should be able to participate in the volunteer activity for the required shift length.

Health & Safety Requirements

Benefit to You

You’ll gain experience as an event representative, while working with the public.

Benefit to the Ottawa Food Bank

Event Representatives assist our staff and give the Ottawa Food bank increased visibility in the community.

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