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 Lexie D’Antoino and Henrick Jay Papelleras (lexiedantonio@gmail.com, henrickjay.papelleras@gmail.com)
Positions Available (10)
- General Coordinator (1)
- Events Coordinator (3)
- Directors of Marketing (3)
- Directors of Corporate Relations (2)
- Director of Public Relations (1)
Available Positions: 1
The General Coordinator will be responsible for recording meeting minutes, and working closely with the Event Coordinators to execute tasks related to campaign programming. The General Coordinator will 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.
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.
Director of Marketing Position Description
Available Positions: 1
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 External. Director 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: 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