Vendor and Volunteer Coordinator

WorkInNonProfits.ca; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Megaphone is seeking a Vendor and Volunteer Coordinator to support their Vendor Program and volunteer initiatives. This full-time role involves program coordination, community outreach, and administrative support, ideal for someone who is organized, self-motivated, and passionate about working in community. The position offers a salary range of $40,000 to $45,000 annually and is based in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with people facing barriers.
• Outgoing and confident with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate vendor recruitment, training, and community-building activities.
• Assist with seasonal depots and maintain accurate program data.
• Conduct outreach through phone calls and community engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Community engagement

Education

Experience working with marginalized communities

Proficiency with Google Workspace

Tools

Google Workspace

Social media platforms

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Vendor and Volunteer Coordinator
Megaphone Magazine
Vancouver & Lower Mainland
Vancouver's Downtown Eastside

closes in 10 days (Sat, 31 May)
full time • $40,000-45,000 annual salary - FTE 0.8

Vendor and Volunteer Coordinator4 days per week (FTE 0.8) Salary Range: $40,000–$45,000 Start Date: ASAP

About Megaphone

Megaphone is an award-winning social enterprise based in Vancouver that creates low-barrier economic opportunities and amplifies the voices of people experiencing poverty and homelessness.

Founded in 2007, Megaphone publishes Megaphone magazine, the Hope in Shadows calendar, and the Voices of the Street anthology. At the core of our work is the Vendor Program, which responds to the lack of accessible income opportunities for people facing barriers to traditional employment. Each year, we train and support more than 150 vendors to sell our publications on the streets of Vancouver to earn income and build connections with the broader community.

Our Mission: To change the story on poverty by promoting social equity, amplifying marginalized voices, and creating meaningful work.

Job Description

The Vendor and Volunteer Coordinator supports the heart of Megaphone’s work: our Vendor Program and volunteer initiatives. This role involves program coordination, community outreach, vendor and volunteer engagement, and administrative support. It’s equal parts logistics, relationship-building, and creativity.

This position is based at Megaphone’s Downtown Eastside office and reports to the Executive Director.

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a people person who knows how to get things done. You bring energy and empathy, initiative and patience. You thrive in dynamic environments, are organized and self-motivated, and understand how to collaborate while also taking ownership of your work. You’re just as comfortable coordinating an event as you are updating a spreadsheet—and you care deeply about working in community.

Key Responsibilities

Program Coordination

Collaborate with staff to deliver and evolve the Vendor Program

Plan and lead vendor recruitment, training, and community-building activities

Coordinate key events: Vendor Advisory Board meetings, monthly vendor meetings, summer BBQ, and winter holiday party

Assist with seasonal depots: communications, delivery, and cash collection

Develop and lead the Volunteer Program (including the Street Team), with support from staff

Supervise and support volunteers at events and activities

Maintain accurate program data and statistics

Support timely distribution of program honoraria

Conduct outreach through phone calls, flyering, and community engagement

Administration

Operate the vendor sales desk and maintain financial records

Complete daily cash-outs from shifts

Participate in regular team and one-on-one meetings

Contribute to organizational events and fundraisers

Help update policy documents and best practices

Contribute to vendor-related social media and communications

Required Qualifications

These are essential for success in the role:

A compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with people facing multiple barriers or lived experience of poverty/homelessness

Outgoing and confident with excellent interpersonal skills

Organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple priorities

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets) and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram)

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

You don’t need all of these to apply, but let us know if they apply to you:

Experience working with marginalized communities, including unhoused or low-income individuals

Experience in sales, community outreach, or organizing

Group facilitation or teaching experience

Comfort with setting and maintaining boundaries

Experience with NationBuilder, Salesforce, or other databases

Equity Statement

We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including—but not limited to—Indigenous people, racialized folks, LGBTQ2+ individuals, women, people with disabilities, and those with lived experience of poverty, homelessness, mental health issues, or other forms of systemic oppression.

Thanks for your interest in Megaphone. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Not a perfect match? That’s okay. We’re looking for the right person, not a perfect résumé. If you have relevant skills and are excited about this work, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

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To Apply

Send your resume and a brief cover letter address to Lisa Curry, Executive Director as a single PDF to [e-mail] with the subject line: VendorVolunteerCoordinator_Firstname_Lastname (e.g. VendorVolunteerCoordinator_Jane_Smith.pdf )

Your cover letter should describe how your experience aligns with the role and why you’re excited to join Megaphone.

Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Start date: ASAP

Need accommodations during the hiring process? Let us know—we’re happy to support you.

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