5 Days is a national charity campaign that takes place during the winter semester, with a goal of raising funds and awareness for youth experiencing homelessness. The 5 Days campaign includes many events and initiatives, the biggest of which being “5 Days Week” in March. The University of Manitoba 5 Days campaign donates all of the proceeds raised to Resource Assistance for Youth (RaY), who focuses on getting underprivileged youth back on their feet.
For more information about the Five Days Committee, please contact Juliana Dabalos and Matthew Fullerton (jdabalos3@gmail.com, mattthewfullerton@gmail.com)
Positions Available (12)
- General Coordinator (1)
- Events Coordinator(3)
- Directors of Marketing (3)
- Directors of Corporate Relations (2)
- Volunteer Coordinators (2)
- Director of Public Relations (1)
General Coordinator
Available Positions: 1
The General Coordinator will be responsible for recording meeting minutes, in addition to assisting the 5 Days Co-Chairs and committee members. The General Coordinator will also be responsible for organizing and monitoring the textbook sale in January, alongside the Directors of Logistics. The General Coordinator will also work with the rest of the committee by helping out with various jobs and ensuring all tasks are completed.
General Coordinator Position Description
Available Positions: 3
The Directors of Logistics have an integral role on the 5 Days Committee by ensuring that all fundraising events and initiatives run smoothly. They will have a strong role in event planning and organization of various 5 Days initiatives. They will also assist the General Coordinator with executing the textbook sale in January.
Events Coordinator Position Description
Available Positions: 3
The Director of Marketing is responsible for all 5 Days marketing efforts. This includes monitoring and updating all 5 Days social media pages and ensuring students are aware of 5 Days events and volunteer opportunities. The Directors of Marketing will work closely with the CSA’s marketing team throughout their term. They will also be responsible for updating the 5 Days website. Graphic design experience is not a requirement, but is considered an asset.
Available Positions: 2
The Director of Corporate Relations is an exciting role that provides individuals with the opportunity to work with businesses to secure donations and plan the 5 Days Prize Basket Giveaway. Directors of Corporate Relations will also assist in securing in-kind donations for prize giveaways and organizing donation site locations during 5 Days Week.
Director of Corporate Relations Position Description
Available Positions: 2
The Volunteer Coordinators play a vital role in the 5 Days Week in March. The role focuses on giving classroom talks and spreading the word about the need for 5 Days volunteers. From there, they will recruit, manage, motivate, and engage these volunteers, as well as answer any questions that they have. This will include volunteer training, insight, support, and ensuring that everyone is up-to-date on all 5 Days events and external drives.
Volunteer Coordinator Position Description
Available Positions: 1
The Director of Public Relations is an exciting role that focuses on acquiring media coverage (radio, television, newspapers), throughout the 5 Days campaign. The Director of Public Relations main responsibility is to raise awareness for the 5 Days campaign and Resource Assistance for Youth.
Director of Public Relations Position Description
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Thank you for your interest in joining a committee! Applications for the 5 Days committee is now closed. Please check back for more involvement opportunities!