Timeframe: Immediately until July

Volunteers Needed: 1 – 2

Committee: Festival Committee

Reports to: Executive Director

Time Commitment: 15-20 hours/month or more in the lead up to Pride and during the Victoria Pride Festival.

Purpose: The Merchandise Coordinator(s) oversees Victoria Pride’s merchandise activities. Collaborating with the Executive Director and others on the Victoria Pride Festival team, this position oversees the planning, ordering, receiving and selling of Victoria Pride’s 2SLGBTQAI+ themed merchandise at the Memorial Drag Ball Game, the Big Gay Dog Walk and the Victoria Pride Festival Finale.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Festival Committee meetings once a month or as needed.
• Plan, research and propose suitable merchandise that aligns with the values of VPS and Pride.
• Order and oversee receiving merchandise within the approved budget.
• Organize items in the storage locker and maintain an inventory.
• Plan and oversee the transport and set up of the merchandise tent and merchandise items at three signature Pride events – the Memorial Drag Ball Game, the Big Gay Dog Walk and the Victoria Pride Festival Finale.
• Manage merchandise volunteers and sales during Victoria Pride Festival events.

VPS operates as a cohesive team and the successful applicant is expected to collaborate with team members as necessary and embody the work culture that embraces kindness, respect, integrity and love

Skills and Experience:

• Experience ordering and selling merchandise. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with and motivate volunteers.
• Familiarity with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. 
• Proactive communication.
• High organization and attention to detail.
• Cultural sensitivity.

Preference may be given for:

• Experience working for positive change within 2SLGBTQIA+ communities or equity deserving communities.
• First Aid and Serving it Right Certificates.
• Applicants that are 2SLGBTQAI+.
• Applicants that are Indigenous, Black or otherwise racialized.
• Applicants with a disability.

How to Apply:

Please email volunteer@victoriapridesociety.org with the job title in the subject line a description of why you would be interested in this role and what relevant skills you may bring. We thank everyone who applies!

Check the Join Our Team page for more opportunities to get involved!