Edmonton Next Gen is Recruiting
I don’t normally paste press releases directly onto the blog, but in this case, I think the release summarizes the news more effectively than I can.
I will point out that the deadline for applications is today. If this is something that you’re interested in, you’ll need to send in your application immediately.
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The City of Edmonton / Next Gen Board Recruiting 2007
Information & online application: www.edmontonnextgen.ca
Note: Closing Date for Applications - November 15, 2007.
Next Gen, a project of The City of Edmonton, is looking for new members. If you are you between the ages of 18-40 & passionate about making Edmonton a city of choice for young people, get in touch!
What is the Next Gen? Next Gen’s mission is to create a city that attracts young people between 18-40 years old and gives voice to the Next Generation in the life/growth of our community. Next Gen is committee that involves a cross-sector of civic-community collaboration, and brings together diverse volunteer Next Gen Edmontonians and staff from City departments. The Committee as a hub for networking and learning events, and fosters leadership opportunities.
Who are we looking for? 8 Community members between the ages of 18-40 who live in Edmonton and have a demonstrated passion for Edmonton. Individuals who are willing to assume a leadership role on projects, initiatives/events and are able to work with volunteers with various backgrounds. Individuals who have Board/Committee experience and/or experience working with volunteers.
Individuals who have unique ideas, perspectives/strategies for implementing the 9 recommendations which focus on the areas of marketing/communications, sports/recreation, business, arts and culture, mentorship, architecture and urban design, transportation, and urban living.
Responsibilities: A time commitment of approximately 10 hours a month which includes preparation time, meetings, attending events, working on projects and initiatives; Attend 10 regularly scheduled meetings of Edmonton’s Next Gen Committee during the year. Meetings are held on a monthly basis at a downtown location every second Monday from 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Additional meetings may be held at the call of the Co-Chairs.
Attend/participate on at least one working group of the Next Gen Initiative; working groups meet once a month; these meetings are held on a monthly basis either during the day or evenings; work with committee members/volunteers on various projects/initiatives; participate/represent Next Gen in consultations, focus groups/stakeholder meetings, public events & media.
For more information contact:
Christine.Causing@edmonton.ca
Telephone: (780) 496-4889
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