Jul 13, 2023

Help kids who have been impacted by a parent's cancer! Apply for a Leadership Position with Maryland's Camp Kesem! Application deadline is July 24th!


Applications for Camp Kesem at University of Maryland's Executive Board will remain open until July 24th! Kesem is a nationwide nonprofit organization that supports kids through and beyond a parent’s cancer. While our main programming includes a free week-long sleepaway camp for kids in the DMV, we also provide year-round programming, including online programming, reunions, and individualized support depending on the needs of families.

We are looking for diverse, passionate, and empathetic individuals to directly support our programming. Being a part of the Camp Kesem at University of Maryland Executive Board means you get to play a hands-on role in the functioning of our chapter. Not only will you have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children affected by a parent's cancer, but you will also make lifelong friendships along the way.

Kesem at UMD encourages everyone to apply for as many positions as they are interested in. The application can be found at https://forms.gle/t3JcsQGXmYPna6767 and are due on Monday, July 24th at 11:59 pm.

Serving on the Executive Board requires a 3-6 hour commitment per week

There is availability in EVERY position, and prior involvement in Camp Kesem at University of Maryland is NOT required. The positions with a brief description of each are listed below.

Alumni, Marketing & PR Coordinators (the virtual face of CKUMD // alumni engagement)
Development Coordinators (handle all of the fundraising for CKUMD)
Make the Magic Coordinators (plan and execute our CKUMD fundraising gala)
Operations Coordinators (plan all camp-related activities for CKUMD)
Outreach Coordinators (find new campers and communicate with current CKUMD families)
Volunteer Coordinators (recruit, interview, train, and engage CKUMD volunteers)
Teen Leadership Program Coordinator ( plan and lead the Leader in Training program)
Treasurer (keeps track of finances for CKUMD)

We encourage everyone to apply for as many positions as they are interested in. The application can be found at https://forms.gle/t3JcsQGXmYPna6767 Applications are due on Monday, July 24th, at 11:59 pm.

You will receive a follow-up email from us following your submission with some next steps. We will hold interviews until the end of July. Each interview will last about an hour, and you will be meeting with a current and incoming Director.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at maryland@campkesem.org. We can't wait to read your applications!

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