Volunteer Book Fair Coordinator

6 months ago


Stittsville, Canada Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa Full time

As a Volunteer Book Fair Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in organizing and managing our annual book fair event. You will work closely with volunteers, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure the success of the book fair, which serves as a key fundraiser for our organization. This is a volunteer position with flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in promoting literacy and supporting our community.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Event Planning**: Collaborate with the organizing team to develop a comprehensive plan for the book fair, including setting goals, establishing timelines, and determining logistics.
- **Volunteer Recruitment**: Recruit and coordinate volunteers for various tasks such as setting up booths, assisting attendees, managing book sales, and cleaning up after the event.
- **Inventory Management**: Oversee the inventory of books and other merchandise, including tracking sales, restocking shelves, and managing cash transactions. Ensure accuracy in accounting and reporting of sales revenue.

**Qualifications**:

- Passion for books, literacy, and community engagement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience in event planning or volunteer coordination is a plus but not required.

**Benefits**:

- Opportunity to contribute to a worthwhile cause and make a positive impact in the community.
- Gain valuable experience in event management, volunteer coordination, and nonprofit administration.
- Develop leadership and organizational skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Build relationships with fellow volunteers, vendors, and community members who share your passion for books and literacy.
- **Customer Service**: Provide excellent customer service to attendees, vendors, and volunteers. Address any inquiries, concerns, or issues that arise before, during, and after the event.
- **Post-Event Evaluation**: Conduct a post-event evaluation to assess the success of the book fair and identify areas for improvement. Gather feedback from stakeholders, volunteers, and attendees to inform future planning efforts.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $0.01 per hour

Expected hours: 4 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person



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