2 Positions
Benefits to the Volunteer:
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- Gain valuable experience in web development and digital communication for organizations.
- Develop new skills in a professional setting that are highly transferable to future career opportunities.
- Directly contribute to the success of a community-focused organization and help expand its reach.
- Opportunity to be part of a welcoming and supportive community team.
- Receive a reference upon successful completion of your volunteer commitment.
Many of the skills necessary to run a nonprofit like ours must be hired because the volunteers might not have such skills.
Usually, we hire people we know, such as volunteers, or promote from within, because we have seen the quality of work they do.
Therefore, if you want to work with us, a good way to get your foot in the door is to volunteer.
Charlottetown Community Church. Training and materials provided. Experience and foreign languages are a HUGE Bonus!
Role Title: Webmaster and Web Developer
Location: online
Time Commitment:
- Hours: Suggest 3-6 hours per week, or 12-24 hours per month – adjust based on your needs and what's realistic for a volunteer.
- Schedule: Flexible hours, days/times to be mutually agreed upon.
- Duration: Minimum 6-month commitment requested, with an opportunity for ongoing involvement.
Reports To: Volunteer Coordinator
About the Organization
Charlottetown Community Church is a mission-driven, community-focused nonprofit organization serving individuals and families across Prince Edward Island. We provide Bon Appétit, Go Garden, and other food security programs, housing support, employment readiness, and mental health referrals. Our team is passionate about building a stronger, more supportive PEI through compassion, accountability, and collaboration. [Discover how to use Bon Appétit to find a warm meal near you in less than 3 minutes: https://youtu.be/NIZlZ8XnguU]
Position Summary
The Volunteer Webmaster is a key technical support role within the Charlottetown Community Church team. This position is dedicated to ensuring our website is up-to-date, secure, and effectively communicates our mission and services to the community. This role directly contributes to our outreach efforts by maintaining a professional and user-friendly online presence. The successful candidate will be organized, tech-savvy, and deeply aligned with our values of community service.
Key Responsibilities
- Website Maintenance & Updates:
- Regularly update website content, including blog posts, event listings, program information, and announcements.
- Ensure all links are functioning correctly and remove outdated information.
- Assist in uploading photos and videos to the website.
- Technical Support:
- Troubleshoot website issues, broken links, or display problems.
- Ensure the website is secure and performing optimally.
- Collaborate with staff to implement minor design changes or new features as needed.
- SEO & Analytics:
- Assist with basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to improve the website's visibility.
- Monitor website traffic using tools like Google Analytics and provide simple reports.
- General Administrative Tasks:
- Maintain organized records of website passwords, plugins, and hosting information.
- Perform backups of the website regularly.
Qualifications
- Required:
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Alignment with the mission and values of the Charlottetown Community Church.
- No other experience needed, will train.
- Preferred (but not required):
- Experience with basic graphic design or image editing.
- Familiarity with website security best practices.
- Understanding of SEO principles.
- Experience with website content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or Joomla.
- Basic understanding of HTML/CSS.
- Optional: experience in administrative or office support, ideally in a nonprofit or community-based setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, and general database use.
- Experience handling confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to focus, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of and alignment with the mission and values of nonprofit, community-oriented work.
- Bilingualism (English/Spanish or Asian Languages) is considered an asset.
- Valid driver's license and access to transportation may be required, depending on the office location.
Working Conditions
- Volunteer From Home: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, with occasional evenings or weekends for special events. You could work other shifts if you prefer that.
- Flexitime available.
- Hybrid work arrangements may be considered.
- This role may involve light lifting (event materials, supplies) and front-desk responsibilities.
How to Apply
To volunteer, please click here to apply!
Charlottetown Community Church is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, newcomers, and people with disabilities.