| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4536 |
| Organization | Victoria Forum |
| Position | General Volunteer Position - Victoria Forum 2026 |
| Location | Royal Roads University, Sooke Road, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
Through the convening of an annual Conference the Victoria Forum works to create opportunities to explore the complex tapestry of challenges facing our world and search for solutions to them. The Victoria Forum is honoured to be hosted by Members of the Senate of Canada, the University of Victoria and Royal Roads University. This partnership embodies our collective commitment to addressing the pressing challenges of our era through the development of innovative and inclusive solutions. We promote constructive, evidence-based dialogues across a broad spectrum of economic, environmental, and social issues. The Forum organizes critical events, facilitates meaningful discussions, enhances educational programs, and advances strategic initiatives in critical areas such as impact investing, regenerative capitalism, and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. Each of our projects is a step toward realizing our vision of a more inclusive and equitable global society. |
| Description |
Help ensure the smooth operation of the Victoria Forum by supporting event staff wherever needed. Responsibilities may include event setup and take-down, registration and badge distribution, wayfinding, transportation coordination, backstage speaker support, technical assistance with A/V and presentations, and providing general logistical support throughout the event. Volunteers in this role must be available for all three Forum days and attend the volunteer orientation. Volunteer Roles may include: -Wayfinding -Event Registration Table -Set-Up & Take-Down -Backstage Volunteers -Tech Support Volunteer -Transportation Support -We welcome you to join the volunteer team a week before the event (August 17 Onwards) to help the staff with name badge printing, and other event set up at Royal Roads University. |
| Training Details | Hybrid orientation will be provided 2 weeks before you start of your shift. |
| Working Conditions | Fast paced. Volunteers may be asked to pivot as needed. |
| Minimum Duration | Special event |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime, Weekend - Evening, Anytime |
| Time Detail |
Saturday, August 22nd - Evening Sunday, August 23th - Morning Sunday, August 23th - Afternoon Sunday, August 23th - Evening Monday, August 24th - Morning Monday, August 24th - Afternoon Monday, August 24th - Evening Tuesday, August 25th - Morning Tuesday, August 25th - Afternoon Tuesday, August 25th - Evening |
| Special Event Start Date | 2026-08-22 |
| Special Event End Date | 2026-08-25 |
| Age | 15+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Group, ESL/EAL |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Communication/Public Relations, Leadership/Management, Special Events |
| Skill(s) | Collaboration, Communicate in Plain Language, Public Speaking/Presentation Skills, Conflict Resolution, Public and Media Relations |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Walker |
| Address | 2005 Sooke Road Victoria, V9B 5Y2 |
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