Communications and Outreach Manager | Coordinator | Specialist | Assistant — Multiple Volunteer Roles

Organization: Canadian Academy for Research & STEM Advancement (CARSA)
Location: Remote
Position type: Unpaid volunteer
Availability: Flexible,
About the Opportunity
CARSA is recruiting volunteers to strengthen its communications, grow its membership, and connect professors and other experts with opportunities to present in its public lecture series.
Multiple positions are available at the Manager, Coordinator, Specialist, and Assistant levels. Appointments will reflect each applicant’s experience, skills, interests, and agreed responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities will be allocated across the team, with three main priorities:
1. Develop a documented communication strategy
Create a practical plan covering target audiences, key messages, communication channels, timelines, and measures of success.
Develop a communication calendar supporting CARSA’s programs, membership recruitment, and public lectures.
Review outreach results and recommend improvements.
2. Recruit and engage members
Identify students, researchers, educators, and professionals who may benefit from CARSA membership.
Prepare and send targeted membership invitations through appropriate professional channels.
Follow up with prospective members, respond to inquiries, and guide interested individuals through the membership process.
Maintain accurate outreach records and report on recruitment progress.
3. Identify and invite public lecture speakers
Research professors, researchers, industry leaders, and other experts whose work aligns with CARSA’s programs.
Prepare personalized invitations and follow up with prospective speakers.
Coordinate with the programs team on speaker confirmations, scheduling, biographies, presentation details, and publicity.
Additional Responsibilities
Prepare newsletters, announcements, social media content, and other communication materials.
Support event promotion and participant engagement.
Develop relationships with universities, professional associations, and student organizations to expand CARSA’s reach.
Collaborate with the Grants and Partnerships Team on publicity and communication materials.
Provide regular updates on membership outreach, speaker invitations, and communication results.
Available Roles
Manager: Leads the team, develops the communication strategy, assigns responsibilities, and oversees results.
Coordinator: Organizes outreach activities, communication schedules, records, and follow-up.
Specialist: Contributes expertise in areas such as communication strategy, membership recruitment, speaker outreach, content development, or digital communications.
Assistant: Supports research, contact lists, invitation preparation, recordkeeping, and routine communication tasks.
Who Should Apply
We welcome applicants with relevant experience or a strong interest in communications, public relations, membership development, community engagement, marketing, or academic outreach.
Strong candidates will demonstrate:
Clear writing and professional communication.
Good research, organization, and follow-up skills.
Confidence approaching prospective members and speakers.
Reliability and the ability to collaborate remotely.
An interest in research, STEM education, and professional development.
Manager and Specialist applicants should demonstrate relevant experience. Coordinator and Assistant roles are also suitable for emerging professionals with transferable skills and a willingness to learn. French-language skills are welcome.
What You Will Gain
Practical experience in communication strategy, membership recruitment, and professional outreach.
Opportunities to connect with researchers, educators, and industry professionals.
A meaningful role in expanding CARSA’s reach and participation.
Please note: These are unpaid volunteer appointments.
How to Apply
Apply through this LinkedIn listing with your CV.

Work arrangement
Yes