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Current Open Positions for our Consulting Teams
A role as a consulting team member is both challenging and rewarding and provides you with an excellent opportunity to hone your analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Examples of client engagements include, but are not limited to:
Identifying and evaluating alternative forms of funding to supplement current operational budget
Assisting an organization with defining and communicating its unique value proposition.
Enhancing an organization’s volunteer engagement strategy
Developing a strategy to increase campaign donation funds
Assessing potential demographic markets for a client’s services
Our goal is to provide you with a unique and fulfilling volunteer experience that allows you to give back to the community while developing your professional skills and expanding your network. We want to engage you and leverage your talent to create a positive impact on our community.
Engagement Manager Role
You will gain first-hand consulting experience at Collaboration Partners working on non-profit client projects. The Team Leader role is the most critical role to the success of a consulting engagement. The Team Leader is the team “quarterback” who guides the process from beginning to end. This includes clarifying the workplan with the client to form a more detailed approach during the kick-off meeting, coordinating the efforts and work product of the team of consultants, and keeping the project on track by scheduling meetings by the appropriate deadlines. The Team Leader will collaborate with the consulting team members.
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
Engagement Managers require the following qualifications:
Undergraduate degree / Master’s degree
At least three to five years of full-time work experience in the private/public/non-profit sector
Management consulting (on internal strategy) and non-profit experience preferred
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Experience directly managing a project team. This includes creating a project plan, assigning and overseeing discrete tasks for team members, resolving project issues, etc.
Experience managing a client relationship and interacting with senior stakeholders to drive buy-in
In addition, Collaboration Partners highly values teamwork, and we are seeking individuals who have demonstrated superior leadership skills and valuable contributions in team oriented environments. Our core recruitment areas include corporate strategy, investment banking, management consulting, and private equity. We welcome individuals seeking to broaden and supplement their work experience with non-profit exposure.
Time Commitment
Collaboration Partners takes its client engagements seriously. Those who wish to apply should expect to commit an average of five to seven hours a week for project work, meetings and events. Our engagements are currently being conducted in a fully remote environment as a result of the restrictions in place due to COVID-19. Occasional in-person meetings may return as the situation in the province continues to improve.
Volunteers schedule meetings with their team and client based on the availability of the participants.
Don’t see a role? Feel free to get in touch!
Consultant Role
You will gain first-hand consulting experience at Collaboration Partners by working on pro bono strategy engagements for a non-profit organization or charity. Consulting team members will work alongside other experienced professionals to address the client’s needs. From identifying issues and conducting market research to presenting to senior management teams and working alongside clients to develop strategies to implement our recommendations, you will have the opportunity to make a direct contribution to catalysing social impact in our community.
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
Undergraduate degree / Master’s degree
At least two years of full-time work experience in the private/public/non-profit sector
Non-profit volunteering involvement is beneficial but not required. We welcome any individual seeking to broaden and supplement their work experience with non-for-profit exposure
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
In addition, Collaboration Partners highly values teamwork, and we are seeking individuals who have demonstrated superior leadership skills and valuable contributions in team oriented environments.
Time Commitment
Collaboration Partners takes its client engagements seriously. Those who wish to apply should expect to commit an average of five to seven hours a week for project work, meetings and events. Our engagements are currently being conducted in a fully remote environment as a result of the restrictions in place due to COVID-19. Occasional in-person meetings may return as the situation in the province continues to improve.
Volunteers schedule meetings with their team and client based on the availability of the participants.
Don’t see a role? Feel free to get in touch!
Our Winter 2022 Engagements
The engagements below have a target start date of early January 2022. Applications are now open and they will be evaluated on a rolling basis. Please follow the application instructions explained below and do not submit an online application through our website unless you’d like to apply to a general role.
Client 1: A large women-focused organization that provides various programming to better equip women for the workforce. We will be helping the Toronto Chapter.
Engagement Type: Marketing Strategy
Specifically, we are looking for consulting team members to support on a marketing strategy and stakeholder communications engagement, scheduled to start Jan2022. This will include optimizing the non-profit’s current website to ensure an effective structure and messaging to support its marketing strategy.
Responsibilities
Conduct primary and secondary research (e.g., interviews with clients, industry best practices) and analysis across a wide range of quantitative and qualitative data
Develop strategic options and recommendations for the marketing strategy and stakeholder communications, leveraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Support contractor procurement for website optimization
Plan and facilitate meetings and presentations with key stakeholders
Work collaboratively within the consulting team to drive analysis
Share experiences and feedback with our Collaboration Partners teams, as required
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
Undergraduate / Masters’ degree
Minimum two (2) years of professional experience, preferably in a (management) consulting, digital marketing, or communications capacity
Experience working with clients and managing client relationships
Experience managing projects, ideally from a marketing lens
Experience in managing IT / website projects is considered an asset
Demonstrated leadership in a professional or volunteer environment
Maintain a proactive and positive attitude, and be willing to assist the rest of the executive team on various business matters
Familiarity with Microsoft Product Suite
Self-starter, self-directed individual who works well in a remote setting
Open Roles
4 Consultants
Client 2: National non-profit focused on the healthcare sector, particular in education of healthcare professionals and the broader community regarding palliative care
Engagement Type: “Brandraising” and donnor communication Strategy
Specifically, we are looking for consulting team members to support on a "brandraising” (strategy to raise awareness about the non-profit brand) and donor communications engagement, scheduled to start Jan 2022. Responsibilities will include reframing current donor materials to spark a greater, emotional connection.
Responsibilities
Conduct primary and secondary research (e.g., interviews with clients, industry best practices) and analysis across a wide range of quantitative and qualitative data
Develop strategic options and recommendations for brand awareness raising and donor communications, leveraging critical thinking and creativity skills
Plan and facilitate meetings and presentations with key stakeholders
Work collaboratively within the consulting team to drive analysis
Share experiences and feedback with our Collaboration Partners teams, as required
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
Undergraduate / Masters’ degree
Minimum two (2) years of professional experience, preferably in a (management) consulting, public relations, marketing / advertising / copywriting, or communications capacity
Experience working with clients and managing client relationships
Experience managing communications to external audiences
Experience in copywriting / branding is considered an asset
Demonstrated leadership in a professional or volunteer environment
Maintain a proactive and positive attitude, and be willing to assist the rest of the executive team on various business matters
Familiarity with Microsoft Product Suite
Self-starter, self-directed individual who works well in a remote setting
Open Roles
1 Engagement Manager
4 Consultants
Client 3: Youth focused organization at a regional level that provides program and support services for at-risk youth
This is a follow-on engagement with this client with whom we worked on recently
Responsibilities
Conduct primary and secondary research (e.g., interviews with clients, industry best practices) and analysis across a wide range of quantitative and qualitative data
Develop strategic options and recommendations for various programs aimed at revenue generation for the organization
Plan and facilitate meetings and presentations with key stakeholders
Work collaboratively within the consulting team to drive analysis
Share experiences and feedback with our Collaboration Partners teams, as required
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
Undergraduate / Masters’ degree
Minimum two (2) years of professional experience, preferably in a (management) consulting, finance, or social enterprise
Experience working with clients and managing client relationships
Demonstrated leadership in a professional or volunteer environment
Maintain a proactive and positive attitude, and be willing to assist the rest of the executive team on various business matters
Familiarity with Microsoft Product Suite
Self-starter, self-directed individual who works well in a remote setting
Open Roles
1 Engagement Manager
4 Consultants
How to Apply
Please provide your most recent resume and answer each of the following questions in 250 words or less:
Why do you want to volunteer with Collaboration Partners?
Please highlight any relevant work experience.
For Engagement Managers Only: Describe a situation in which you have demonstrated leadership in a team environment. What were some of the challenges you faced? What were the key outcomes you achieved? Please provide specific examples and avoid using generic statements.
Please let us know any commitments we should be aware of for the duration of January to June 2022.
Please send your completed answers and resume to info@collaborationpartners.ca.
Current Open Positions on the Executive Team
Join our Executive Team and make an impact at Collaboration Partners!
We are always looking to meet new people who are passionate about our organization, if you do not see an open role below, you can still e-mail us an introduce yourself to info@collaborationpartners.ca.
Area: Internal Strategy & Operations
Chief Strategy & Operations Officer Overview
The Chief Strategy & Operations Officer is responsible for defining our strategy and ensuring that we achieve our strategic and operational objectives. This role will partner with our Executive Team and work closely with the members of the Board of Directors in implementing the organization’s key strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors and Executive Team Leads to lead the development of the annual strategic and operating plans focused on growing Collaboration Partners and enhancing operational efficiencies
Track progress of individual work-streams to the annual strategic plan and re-align priorities as needed
Ensure appropriate metrics are in place to measure performance and progress towards strategic goals
Facilitate organizational execution through guiding direct reports which will include: VP Client & Talent Recruitment, VP Consulting Operations and the Director Strategy & Internal Operations
Lead and oversee functional groups to ensure that volunteers have the tools, resources, and support required to execute on day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
We welcome applications from any individual seeking to broaden and supplement their work experience with a volunteer role or to gain exposure to the non-profit sector. Non-profit volunteering involvement is beneficial but not required.
Undergraduate / Masters’ degree
Minimum five (5) years of professional experience, preferably in management consulting, corporate strategy, corporate operations, or similar roles
Strong preference for hands-on experience in strategy development and strategic planning
Minimum three (3) years of people management experience, preferably working with senior management
Communication and influencing skills with the ability to resolve issues and build consensus
Experience in effectively managing multidisciplinary teams and being able to manage up / down
Strong process management skills, including implementation and KPIs reporting
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products
You are an ideal candidate if you have a proven record of exceptional performance and possess an aptitude for leadership, critical analysis, and communication.
Time Commitment
We take our voluntary commitments very seriously at Collaboration Partners. Those who wish to apply should expect to commit an average of 5 to 7 hours a week. This time will include a bi-weekly Executive Team Meeting and monthly touch-point with the Board of Directors.
How to Apply
Please provide your most recent resume and answer each of the following questions in 250 words or less:
Why do you want to volunteer with Collaboration Partners?
Please highlight any relevant experience in a strategy role or operations role, particularly in strategic planning and execution.
Please highlight your leadership experience (either in a full-time role or volunteer role).
Please send your completed answers and resume to info@collaborationpartners.ca.
Area: Marketing
Marketing Specialist Overview
We currently have an opportunity for a Marketing Specialist to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment filled and want to contribute to marketing campaigns raising brand awareness and engaging with our community through social media platforms and are passionate about giving back to the community, then this role is for you!
We are looking a professional with at least two years of work experience in a marketing or marketing support role. Non-profit volunteering involvement is beneficial but not required. We welcome individuals seeking to broaden and supplement their work experience with not-for-profit exposure.
Responsibilities
Support the marketing team with content planning, management and execution across all channels (email, webs, and social, etc.)
Own the content calendar and strategy for Collaboration Partners for internal and external communications
Manage earned and owned social media strategy including content planning, content calendar, etc. Write copy for organizational communication (internal and external audiences) and responsible for posting on social media platforms (LinkedIn and Facebook)
Act as the liaison with internal teams for content reviews and approvals Responsible for updating & the maintenance of website copy based on business needs
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
2+ years of marketing experience in copywriting, digital marketing and/or marketing project management
Undergraduate degree or diploma, with focus on Marketing would be an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of core digital marketing channels (social, email and web)
Experience in executing multi-channel marketing campaigns
Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with other teams
Experience in developing content strategies and content calendars
Self started, self motivated to work in a virtual set up
Time Commitment
We take our voluntary commitments very seriously at Collaboration Partners. Those who wish to apply should expect to commit an average of 5 to 7 hours a week. This time will include a bi-weekly Executive Team Meeting and other marketing team touch-points.
How to Apply
Please provide your most recent resume and answer each of the following questions in 250 words or less:
Why do you want to volunteer with Collaboration Partners?
Please highlight any relevant marketing experience. Include a portfolio or examples of your work.
Please send your completed answers and resume to info@collaborationpartners.ca.
Digital Graphic Designer Overview
We currently are looking for a Digital Graphic Designer to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy taking with full ownership focused on a good cause, then this role is for you! We are seeking a highly creative Digital and Graphic Designer with a passion for web, design and digital media to create designs for Collaboration Partners. We need someone who lives and breathes web and design, has a keen eye for detail, enjoys working in different mediums and formats, and loves working as part of a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
Own creation and marketing designs including ownership over the asset development process
Create, update and maintain marketing-related materials and establish and manage image libraries
Support with any design needs for updates on Collaboration Partners website
Analyze and improve our reach by continuously asking if something additional can be done to improve positioning, performance of channels / assets (email, social, web, etc.)
Contribute to the organizational marketing strategy and tactics by creating design for digital use (email, social media posts on LinkedIn and Facebook, presentation graphics etc.)
Ensure all visual content follows Collaboration Partners’ brand voice and identity
Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills
2+ years in a digital / graphic design role
Undergraduate Degree/Diploma with graphic design focus will be an asset
Experience working for an agency would be an asset, but not required
Proficiency in the Adobe CC including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, InViso, Canva or similar
Conceptual and design skills within the Squarespace environment (basic coding skills an asset)
Knowledge in design standards for digital media use
Knowledge of web design best practices, including page optimization and responsive design
Ability to create and manage designs from concept through production and delivery
Energetic, motivated, positive attitude
Time Commitment
We take our voluntary commitments very seriously at Collaboration Partners. Those who wish to apply should expect to commit an average of 5 to 7 hours a week. This time will include a bi-weekly Executive Team Meeting and other marketing team touch-points.
How to Apply
Please provide your most recent resume and answer each of the following questions in 250 words or less:
Why do you want to volunteer with Collaboration Partners?
Please highlight any relevant marketing experience. Include a portfolio or examples of your work.
Please send your completed answers and resume to info@collaborationpartners.ca.