Christmas Kettle Fundraising Worker

The Salvation Army International; Lower Sackville; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an onsite Christmas Kettle Fundraising Worker in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia. This part-time role involves engaging passers-by, answering questions about TSA programs, and encouraging donations at a public kettle location.

Responsibilities include remaining at the kettle for the full shift, upholding TSA image, handling donations securely, and following health and safety policies. The position runs through December 2026 with wages shown above.

Qualifications

• Some high school coursework; completion of high school is an asset.
• Up to one year of related experience or working in customer service is an asset.
• Money handling experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Remain at the Kettle for the full shift (minimum 2 hours) and ensure secure donations.
• Respond to questions from potential donors about TSA programs.
• Present a positive image and represent TSA while on duty.
• Work with minimal supervision and comply with TSA policies and procedures.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with care and caution.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team player

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Cash handling

Physical fitness

Education

High school coursework

High school diploma asset

Job description

## Christmas Kettle Fundraising WorkerApply: Onsite: LOWER SACKVILLE, NS: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 22, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR114378**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:****Position Purpose summary:**The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is part of a century old tradition to contribute towards building strong communities by helping TSA to give hope to other. The Christmas Kettle Fundraising Worker encourages the public to donate to The Salvation Army by standing next to a Christmas Kettle in a public location and engaging passers-by.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:****Incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties as below.**• Remain at the Kettle for the full shift (until relieved – minimum 2 hours), ensuring security of donations received.* Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding TSA ministries and programs.* Present a positive image (well-groomed/dressed) and represent TSA well while on duty.• Work with minimal supervision.• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.**Working Conditions:**• Work environment is typically in malls/stores.• Standing for long periods will be required and exposure to cold weather.**Qualifications and Education Requirements:*** Some high school coursework, completion of high school is an asset. **Experience:**• Up to one year of related experience or working in customer service is an asset.• Money handling experience is an asset.• Related experience is an asset. **Skills/capabilities*** Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.* Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.* Enthusiastic Team Player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Able to lift 9 to 12 kgs (20 – 25 lbs).* Strong customer service skills; enjoy liaising and working with people of all ages and abilities.* Willingness to be flexible and work well under pressure with daily timelines and changing priorities.* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in the handling of donor, volunteer, and organizational information. This is a temporary position ending December 24, 2026.**Compensation:**The target hiring range for this position is $17.00 to $18.08 with a maximum of $21.69.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.