Christmas Coordinator

The Salvation Army in Canada; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking a Christmas Coordinator to ensure the smooth running of the Kettle Campaign by coordinating the schedules of volunteers. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong interpersonal skills and will represent the organization professionally.

Responsibilities include coordinating the campaign with a small team, advertising for volunteers and donors, recruiting, training and scheduling kettle workers through Salesforce, and preparing detailed daily

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to undergo background checks as required by The Salvation Army.
• Interest in the programs and services supported by the campaign.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Christmas Kettle Campaign with a small team.
• Advertise for volunteers and donors through community channels.
• Recruit, train, schedule and support kettle workers via Salesforce.
• Manage volunteer lists across clubs, churches, and businesses.
• Prepare detailed daily kettle counter reports.
• Assist in presentations to groups to recruit volunteers.
• Support other Christmas programming as needed (e.g. Food/Christmas Village).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Communication

Event coordination

Organizational skills

Fundraising

Confidentiality

Education

Valid driver’s license

Background checks clearance

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

The Christmas Coordinator helps ensure the smooth running of the Kettle Campaign to maximize donations through the coordination of the schedules of the Kettle volunteers. We are looking for a highly organized person with strong interpersonal skills who is willing to adhere to the mission and values of The Salvation Army and will represent The Salvation Army in a positive, professional manner.

KEY Accountabilities

• Working with a small team coordinating all aspects of the Christmas Kettle Campaign
• Advertises for volunteers and donors for the Kettle Campaign through community presence, phone calls, etc.
• Recruit, train, schedule and supports kettle workers and volunteers through Salesforce
• Work with a list of volunteers, clubs, churches, and businesses to assist in filling volunteer positions
• Updates and distributes Kettle volunteer schedules
• Assists with Tip-Tap and training workers and volunteers
• Prepare detailed daily Kettle counter reports
• Assist in making presentations to groups, organizations, service clubs, churches, and businesses to assist in filling volunteer positions
• Supports other aspects of Christmas Programming if needed (i.e. food and Christmas Village Program)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• continuously hosting the kettle and ringing bells
• may demonstrate work methods to volunteers
• travel required within community
• Dealing with disagreeable people
• Work schedule affecting lifestyle
• may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illnesses due to:
• outdoor kettles means continual exposure to elements
• must take the following precautionary measures: Universal precautions

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education And Experience Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license, a clean driver’s abstract, and access to a personal vehicle for business purposes
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of and interest in the programs and services this campaign supports

Skills And Capabilities

• Ability to lift and move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Agreeable to a flexible, non-routine schedule, and willing to work hours including evenings and weekends
• Willingness to adhere to the Mission Statement of and the values of The Salvation Army
• Enthusiastic team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability and experience in public speaking
• Previous fundraising and supervisory experience, and volunteer experience will be an asset
• High standards of integrity, judgment and confidentiality
• Strong decision-making, organizational skills and a strong team player
• General office skills and experience, familiar in using various office equipment
• Proficiency in various computer programs; Microsoft WORD, Excel, spreadsheets, database
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to meet deadlines and cope with stressful situations

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $18.50 to $23.13 with a maximum of $27.76.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.