Kettle Coordinator

**Hours**:

- 37.5 hours per week
- Flexibility with work hours/schedule is expected
- Work will require work on evenings and weekends

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Oversee the operations of the Christmas Kettle campaign.
- Promote, coordinate, and oversee the activities of Christmas Kettle Campaign Worker staff and/or volunteers.
- Maintain accurate records of worker’s/volunteer’s information.
- Orientation and performance management of kettle worker staff and/or volunteers.
- Coordinate the schedule for kettle staff and/or volunteers and respond to emergency absences, etc.
- Coordinate the delivery and pick-up of kettles to/from sites daily, ensuring the security of donations.
- Coordinate replacement teams for standalone tip-taps.
- May deliver and pick-up kettles in an emergency situation.
- Host at a kettle as required ensuring necessary coverage for breaks, etc.
- Ensure that kettle locations have adequate supplies.
- Record statistical data and prepare weekly time sheets as required.
- Ensure all Kettle donations are delivered to secure location at shift completion.
- Assist in counting kettle income as needed.
- Communicate regularly with supervisor regarding day-to-day campaign challenges and operations
- Visit locations during shift changes and intermittently.
- Ensure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely (weekly basis).
- Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs.
- In conjunction with supervisor, manage campaign related social media.
- In conjunction with supervisor, ensure information relating to available shifts and fund-raising updates are communicated via volunteer management system daily.
- Assist in the coordination of the Christmas Kettle Campaign launch.
- Will participate in recruitment and training of kettle worker staff and/or volunteers, including connecting with schools, local businesses and community groups.
- Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites.
- Organize retrieval of all equipment/supplies from various kettle locations.
- Arrange volunteer/kettle location appreciation certificates for distribution.
- Ensure all necessary tip-tap equipment is returned following instructions for TipTap.
- Assists with other ministry unit Christmas functions.
- Perform other related duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education/Certifications**:

- Grade 12 diploma
- Post-secondary experience may be an asset
- A First Aid Certificate is an asset

**Experience**:

- Minimum 2 years prior related Christmas Kettle and Hamper experience
- Previous fundraising and supervisory experience
- Experience working with and leading volunteers
- Money handling experience is an asset

**Required Skills/Knowledge**:

- Valid Driver’s License, personal vehicle and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High standards of integrity, judgment and confidentiality
- Strong decision-making, organizational skills and a strong team player
- General office skills and experience, familiar in using various office equipment
- Proficiency on various computer programs; Microsoft Word, Excel, Database
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines and targets
- Agreeable to a flexible non-routine schedule and willing to use a personal vehicle for business purposes
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures
- Ability to lift/move 10-12 kgs (20-25lbs)
- Background check consent.
- A clear vulnerable sector screening.
- Valid Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract.
- Completion of our online Praesidium Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

Published

October 3, 2024

Location

Port Alberni, BC

Job Type

Contract

Competition #

2024-18

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Alberni Valley Ministries

Salary Range:
$17.40 - $20.08 per hour

Address:
4835 Argyle Street

Posting Expires:
October 31, 2024

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