Administrative Assistant

Muslim Food Bank and Community Services; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to tackling food insecurity in Surrey. As an Administrative Assistant, you will manage client interactions and support volunteer coordination, ensuring smooth operations at the food bank. This part-time role is ideal for individuals looking to make a local impact while working in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Local Impact

Team Culture

Qualifications

• 1+ year in administration, customer service, or nonprofit work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Fluency in English; additional languages valued.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and assist with client intake processes.
• Maintain accurate records of food distribution.
• Schedule and onboard volunteers for daily operations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Data Entry

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Human Resources Specialist at Muslim Food Bank and Community Services Society

Join Our Mission at MFBCS: Administrative Assistant (Food Bank)

Who We Are

The Muslim Food Bank & Community Services Society (MFBCS) is a faith-inspired nonprofit tackling food insecurity in Surrey and beyond. Through our food bank and ASPIRE programs, we provide nourishment, dignity, and hope to vulnerable families. We’re seeking an organized and compassionate Administrative Assistant to keep our Surrey operations running smoothly—ensuring every client and volunteer feels supported.

Role Snapshot

As the Administrative Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face and logistical backbone of our Surrey food bank. From managing client intake to coordinating volunteer schedules, your attention to detail will directly impact our ability to serve the community efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Greet visitors, answer phone/email inquiries, and assist with client intake processes.
• Maintain accurate records of food distribution and client interactions.
• Help schedule and onboard volunteers for daily operations.
• Administrative Coordination:
• Update databases (inventory, client info) and prepare reports for the team.
• Assist with light bookkeeping, such as tracking donations or petty cash.
• Order office/food bank supplies and organize storage areas.
• Community Connection:
• Distribute flyers or event reminders to local partners (mosques, shelters).
• Support outreach initiatives like holiday food drives or fundraising campaigns.

What You Bring

• Experience: 1+ year in administration, customer service, or nonprofit work (food bank experience a plus).
• Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and basic data entry.
• Strong communication—able to interact kindly with diverse clients and volunteers.
• Fluency in English (additional languages common in Surrey, e.g., Punjabi, Arabic, Urdu, valued).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically able to lift up to 20 lbs (for occasional stock/organization tasks).
• A culturally sensitive understanding of the Muslim community's needs is beneficial.

Why Join Us?

• Local Impact: See your work make a difference for Surrey families in real time.
• Team Culture: Join a warm, mission-driven team that values your contributions.
• Flexible Schedule: Consistent part-time hours ideal for students or caregivers.

Apply Today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Administrative

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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