Volunteer Opportunity: Assistant Business Manager. Location: Remote (Canada). 5 hours per week

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Canada is seeking a Volunteer Business Manager Assistant to support strategic planning and volunteer coordination. This remote role involves collaborating closely with leaders to optimize programs and contribute to operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical and organizational skills, as well as a commitment to community empowerment. Experience in nonprofit management is a plus. Flexible commitment of 5 hours per week is required.

Benefits

Letter of recommendation

Certificate of completion

Gain hands-on experience

Expand professional network

Qualifications

• English required; French is an asset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to the Foundation’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Program Director for strategic input.
• Support administrative planning and workflow improvements.
• Analyze volunteer skills to recommend task assignments.
• Refine volunteer role descriptions and onboarding processes.
• Provide insights to enhance efficiency and organizational growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Experience or interest in business administration

Nonprofit management knowledge

Job description

Volunteer Opportunity: Assistant Business Manager

Volunteer Position: Assistant Business Manager

Organization: The Asanty Beauty Foundation

Location: Remote (Canada)

Commitment: 5 hours per week (Flexible schedule)

Term: 6 months, Flexible

Opportunity Number: ABF-VABM-2025-009

The Asanty Beauty Foundation is the nonprofit arm of Asanty Beauty, a purpose‑driven beauty brand dedicated to empowering underserved communities through the donation of hygiene products, beauty care essentials, and self‑care items. Through outreach programs, collaborations, and community initiatives, the Foundation promotes dignity, confidence, and empowerment.

Position Overview

The Asanty Beauty Foundation is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Volunteer Business Manager Assistant to support strategic planning, volunteer coordination, and organizational development. This individual will work closely with the Program Director and Business Manager to provide insights, help structure volunteer roles, and contribute to the overall direction and efficiency of the Foundation’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Program Director to provide strategic input, suggestions, and ideas for ongoing programs and initiatives.
• Work alongside the Business Manager to support administrative planning, workflow improvements, and priority‑setting.
• Assist in analyzing volunteer skills, strengths, and interests to recommend task assignments and optimize team performance.
• Help refine and develop volunteer role descriptions, onboarding processes, and task orientations.
• Support project and program planning by identifying key needs, resources, and timelines.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance efficiency, engagement, and organizational growth.
• Help prepare reports, summaries, and internal documentation for leadership review.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in handling organizational information.

Qualifications

• English required; French is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate information, propose ideas, and support decision‑making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience or interest in business administration, nonprofit management, operations, HR, or project coordination is an asset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and committed to the Foundation’s mission and values.

Benefits of Volunteering

• Receive a letter of recommendation and certificate of completion upon successful completion of the term.
• Gain hands‑on experience in nonprofit administration, strategic planning, and volunteer management.
• Strengthen your leadership, coordination, and organizational development skills.
• Build valuable professional experience and expand your network.
• Play an essential role in improving the structure, impact, and growth of a community‑focused organization.
• Contribute meaningfully to empowering underserved communities.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to [e-mail]. Subject line: Volunteer Position: Assistant Business Manager – Opportunity Number: ABF-VABM-2025-009.

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Receive a letter of recommendation and certificate of completion upon successful completion of the term. Gain hands‑on experience in nonprofit administration, strategic planning, and volunteer management. Strengthen your leadership, coordination, and organizational development skills. Build valuable professional experience and expand your network. Play an essential role in improving the structure, impact, and growth of a community‑focused organization.