Volunteer OpPortunities
Cochrane Volleyball Club is powered by the passion and dedication of our volunteers. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for individuals who want to make a positive impact in youth volleyball and help shape the future of our club. Use the Volunteer Expression of Interest form to apply.
Current Openings
Board of Directors
Treasurer
- Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records and club accounts
- Prepare annual budget and financial reports
- Monitor income, expenses, and reimbursements
- Ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory requirements
- Support grant applications, sponsorships, and fundraising
- Terms of Office
- Elected
- 3 years (renewable)
- Required Competencies
- Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or financial management
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with spreadsheets or accounting software
- Ability to work collaboratively with the board
Knowledge of non-profit governance
Directors-At-Large
- Responsibilities:
- Contribute to board discussions and strategic planning
- Support various committees or initiatives as needed
- Represent member interests and uphold the club’s mission
- Assist with events, policy development, and special projects
- Terms of Office:
- Appointed by the Board
- 2- years (renewable)
- Attributes:
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- General understanding of non-profit or youth sports operations
- Willingness to contribute time and support where needed
- Problem-solving mindset and a collaborative attitude
Operations Team
Communications Lead
- Responsibilities
- Manage club communications (email, social media, website)
- Promote events, programs, and news to members and the public
- Support branding and consistent messaging
- Collaborate with other board members on outreach
- Commitment
- 1–2 years (renewable)
- Required Competencies
- Strong writing and digital communication skills
- Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook)
- Basic design or web-editing skills an asset (e.g., Canva)
- Organized and responsive to communication needs
Tournament Committee Chair
- Responsibilities
- Lead planning and logistics for CVC-hosted tournaments
- Coordinate volunteers, venues, equipment, and schedules
- Liaise with teams, officials, and Volleyball Alberta as needed
- Ensure a positive experience for athletes and spectators
- Commitment
- 1 season (renewable)
- Required Competencies
- Strong event planning and coordination skills
- Ability to manage timelines, tasks, and people
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Comfortable communicating with multiple stakeholders
Fundraising & Sponsorship Lead
- Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue fundraising opportunities and events
- Build and maintain relationships with local sponsors
- Manage sponsorship tiers and recognition
- Support grant applications and donor outreach
- Commitment
- 1–2 years (renewable)
- Required Competencies
- Comfortable with outreach and relationship-building
- Creative thinking for fundraising strategies
- Organized and able to track contributions and commitments
- Passion for supporting youth sports
Coaching Staff
U12 Assistant Coach
- Responsibilities
- Support the head coach in planning and running practices
- Encourage fun, teamwork, and skill development
- Help supervise players during training and events
- Promote a positive, respectful learning environment
- Commitment
- 1 season (renewable)
- Required Competencies
- Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Enjoy working with young athletes
- Reliable and communicative
- Coaching experience is a plus but not required — training available