Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Volunteer MBC; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community service organization is seeking dedicated volunteers for the Administrative Assistant role. This key position supports the operations of a vital outreach program, ensuring effective service delivery to those in need. Volunteers will engage in various office tasks, enhancing their organizational and customer service skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. This role offers a chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain insights into the challenges faced by the disadvantaged. Join us to contribute positively to your community and fulfill your volunteer aspirations.

Benefits

Community Service Experience

Networking Opportunities

Personal Satisfaction

Skill Development

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and volunteering.
• Prior office administration experience is an asset.
• Familiar with computer applications related to office tasks.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and providing customer service.
• Inputting daily statistics in databases.
• Filing documents and performing miscellaneous office tasks.

Skills

Customer Service

Office Administration

Data Entry

Organizational Skills

Education

Secondary School Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management Software

Job description

Location:

Brampton

Goal

For over 33years, the Knights Table has served the needs of people dealing with issues of poverty and homelessness in Peel region. Driven by client needs, Knights Table is supported by a staff of 10 along with over 3,200 volunteers who are committed to assisting people who come through our doors. The staff and volunteers assist the clients regardless of colour, culture, religion, economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or social condition. We are supported by various levels of government, businesses, charitable foundations, groups, churches and individuals. Their assistance makes it possible for our doors to remain open 365 days a year to serve over 79,000 meals annually.The existence and vitalityof our organization would not be possible without a great team of volunteers. Join us and make a direct impact within your community, helping the less fortunate, the disadvantaged, and residents in need. The role of Administrative Assistantis a key volunteering position, enabling the Knights Table to run its operations (outreach), notably our OFFICE, efficiently, effectively, so that we may maximize our impact and benefit to our clients.

Description

Your volunteering contribution in the role of Administrative Assistant will typically include:

• Answering phones, providing customer service and taking messages for staff
• Input daily statistics in our databases
• Filing sign-in sheets and other public domain documents
• Other miscellaneous office tasks

Thank You for your interest in volunteering at the Knights Table!To APPLY: 1. Click on the yellow box 'Apply Now!' (above/below) to submit your name and contact information to us, confidentially 2. Follow through by: > Scheduling an interview by telephoning the Knights Table: 905-454-8725 > For your interview at the Knights Table facility (see 'Map', below), be sure to bring along a completed VOLUNTEER APPLICATION your most recent resume, and 3 references. When you click on 'Apply Now!', you will have immediate access to the forms required for the interview.

After you have submitted your name/contact information, please monitor your 'Junk/Spam' folders and leave space on your voicemail for communications from the Knights Table.

• Take on a key role in a high-profile community service organization
• Use/enhance your organizational and people skills, and refine your 'office administration' and 'customer service' excellence
• Excellent opportunity to 'network' with like-minded volunteers, staff, and Knights Table stakeholders
• As you volunteer, develop an understanding of the needs of the disadvantaged and less fortunate in your community
• Secondary school students can earn their '40 hours' community service graduation requirement
• Personal satisfaction that your volunteering will make a direct impact upon the health and well being of residents in your community

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others by volunteering
• Friendly, engaging with members of the public, plus collaborative with co-volunteers, staff
• Commitment to learn about the Knights Table, its food bank operations and associated outreaches
• Ready and able to volunteer for AT LEAST 3 MONTHS, preferably longer
• Prepared to adhere to an agreed weekly schedule
• Prior 'office administration' experience is an asset
• Familiar with computer applications and software that relate to 'office administration' (incl. data entry/storage, email, word processing)
• Capable of performing delegated tasks in a timely fashion
• Respect for health and safety procedures

PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers will be required to fill out an APPLICATION prior to scheduling an interview (see DESCRIPTION, above)

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others by volunteering
• Friendly, engaging with members of the public, plus collaborative with co-volunteers, staff
• Commitment to learn about the Knights Table, its food bank operations and associated outreaches
• Ready and able to volunteer for AT LEAST 3 MONTHS, preferably longer
• Prepared to adhere to an agreed weekly schedule
• Prior 'office administration' experience is an asset
• Familiar with computer applications and software that relate to 'office administration' (incl. data entry/storage, email, word processing)
• Capable of performing delegated tasks in a timely fashion
• Respect for health and safety procedures

PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers will be required to fill out an APPLICATION prior to scheduling an interview (see DESCRIPTION, above)

Min Age: 16
Max Age: 80
Police Check: Not required
Resume:Required
Driver's Licence: Not required
Proof of Vaccination: Not required

Time Commitment

This is a Medium Term (4 - 6 months) commitment
Shifts are available on the following days
- Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Wednesday Morning, Wednesday Afternoon, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon

A minimum 3 month commitment is required for this role. Specific scheduling will be worked out as part of the volunteer screening process.

Training

Training provided for this 'role' is, ongoing support. Interested applicants must attend an orientation session and attend a scheduled interview.

More Details

Areas of Interest: Office Administration, Customer Service, Food Services, Information & Referral Services, Senior Support
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Co-op Placements, Newcomers, Older Adults