Summary

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Canada (SJSC) is seeking an administrative assistant with a passionate and motivated attitude to support the SJSC administrative team. This position allows you to connect with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (SJS/TEN) community while only volunteering 5-7 hours of your time per week.

Description

Description

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Canada is a registered non-profit organization that aims to promote health by providing people suffering from SJS/TEN as well as their families and caregivers with access to related counseling, support groups and information programs.

The President, a survivor of SJS/TEN – the disease that burns the body from the inside out – founded this organization over 10 years ago. SJSC was created with the intention of bringing awareness to the general and medical communities by providing workshops, support groups, seminars, and information about this illness and its effects.

 

Possible Duties 

  • Document preparation such as letters, memorandum, and presentations

  • Organize online correspondence including edit and review in timely manner

  • Arrange possible networking opportunities 

  • Assist with seeking funding/sponsors and proposal writing

  • Spread awareness and assist in advertising

  • Support on related committees (eg. fundraising, outreach, web/tech, etc.)

  • Other duties as assigned

 

Desired Qualifications

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

  • Proven organizational skills, task management, ability to meet deadlines

  • Knowledge of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, etc.

  • Able to work independently with little supervision

  • Current computer skill

What is our position on Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion? 

At SJS Canada, we are committed to ensuring that every person has an equal opportunity to apply for roles within the organization. Illness doesn’t discriminate and we believe that all people should have access to fair and equal treatment whether that be medical, mental, or otherwise. We strive to continually learn and improve our equity, diversity, and inclusion practices to better serve the SJS/TEN affected community.