The Salvation Army B.C. Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries Published September 23, 2020 Location Vancouver, Canada Job Type Full-time (Contract) Category British Columbia Salary $18.75/hr Interested applicants must respond in writing to office@boundlessvancouver.ca Closing date October 15, 2020 Street Address 3213 Fraser St Description HOURS: Contract: Oct. 26th, 2020 to Dec. 24, 2020, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Responsibilities Position Purpose Summary: Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries organizes The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver Christmas Toy Shop for children and families. The Christmas Volunteer & Donation Coordinator works with our Boundless Vancouver team to organize our volunteers and coordinate donations for The Christmas Toy Shop and the Christmas Luncheon. BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteer Coordination: Works in conjunction with and in support of The Christmas Toy Shop by identifying and promoting volunteer opportunities Recruit, screen, register & orient appropriate volunteers to fill positions Process necessary paperwork, including Criminal Record Checks and volunteer agreement packages Deploy volunteers to positions relevant to their interests and skills Help orientate and supervise volunteers while they are deployed to their positions Keep thorough records of volunteer information and hours of service for statistical purposes Donation Coordination: Work in conjunction with and in support of the Christmas campaigns, identifying the financial and in-kind donation needs for Christmas distribution Solicit financial and in-kind donations and correspond in a timely manner with individuals and corporate donors in the community; organize toy drives with companies and organizations in the community Coordinate drop-off and pick up schedule with donors and driver(s) Help coordinate with divisional Public Relations team for the Toy Mountain event Relay donated items to the appropriate personnel for proper storage and distribution Keep thorough records of donor information and donated items/amounts & maintain a positive relationship with our donors Perform other duties as assigned   Qualifications Education/Certifications: Post-secondary education and work experience in fund-raising, donor relations, public relations Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, including experience working in customer service related fields Required Skills/Knowledge: Excellent organizational skills Superior relationship building skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a confident, collaborative and professional manner Proven ability to multitask Be able to work independently; demonstrated self-starter and team player Excellent verbal communication skills in person and on the phone Excellent written communication skills Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Ability to learn new software quickly and teach others Be able to lift up to 30 lbs   PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities: Valid BC Driver’s License Background check consent A clear vulnerable sector screening A clean drivers’ abstract Completion of online Armatus Abuse Prevention Training and required Health and Safety training

Kettle Coordinator

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Published
October 6, 2021

Location
Langley, BC

Job Type
Contract  

Competition #
3026-2021-001

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Gateway of Hope

Salary Range:
18.00 per hour

Address:
5787 Langley Bypass

Posting Expires:
Until Filled

Applications Accepted By:
Attn: Heidi Henderson, email: [email protected] Please indicate competition # in the subject line of your email

Description

The Kettle Campaign Coordinator helps ensure the smooth running of the Kettle Campaign in order to maximize donations through the coordination of the schedules of the Kettle volunteers.

Hours:

Temporary, approximately 30+ hours/week in October & November; and then 40 hours per week in December leading up to Christmas Eve.  Flexibility with schedule is required.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Along with the Fundraising Coordinator, plan, organize and direct various aspects of the fundraising campaign
  • Attend meetings as necessary
  • Along with the Volunteer Coordinator, recruit, train and supervise campaign volunteers
  • Promote campaign throughout the community, plan 2021 Kettle Kickoff Event
  • Contact schools, churches, service clubs and businesses – recruit volunteers and solicit support
  • Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites, address concerns and issues
  • Coordinate schedule for kettle volunteers and respond to emergency absences
  • Coordinate day to day operations, including pick up and drop off of kettles/containers
  • Prepare accurate reports and forms on the planning and progress of the campaign
  • Assist with coordinating donation counters and/or overseeing counting
  • Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Enthusiastic team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Possess strong leadership, organizational skills and public relation skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, able to meet deadlines and cope with stressful situations
  • Agreeable to a flexible, non-routine schedule – willing to work long hours including Saturdays
  • Possess basic computer knowledge and word processing skills
  • Supervision experience is an asset but not required
  • Ability & willingness to work within the mission, vision and values of The Salvation Army

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Current valid British Columbia driver’s license and a reliable vehicle for work-related duties
  • Criminal Record Check

Hours:

  • Temporary, approximately 30+ hours/week in October & November; and then 40 hours per week in December leading up to Christmas Eve.  Flexibility with schedule is required.

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