Material Resources Associate, New Hamburg Ontario

Canada, Ontario, New Hamburg

Applications due: 27 Aug, 2025

**Job Synopsis**

Are you passionate about making a difference and fostering meaningful connections? Join our team as a Material Resources Associate and play a pivotal role in supporting our mission. Working out of the MCC Hub in New Hamburg, in this dynamic position, you will recruit, onboard, and supervise Material Resources volunteers, plan and facilitate group visits, and coordinate logistics to ensure a seamless experience. You will also collect and report volunteer feedback, maintain the Material Resources volunteer database, and provide ongoing development opportunities. Additionally, you will organize volunteer activities, maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment, assist with packing and canning events, and collaborate with various teams to promote MCC Programs and support fundraising events. Join us in this rewarding role and be a part of a team that values integrity, respect, and community impact. Together, we can make a difference

This is a 19 month contract with an end date of March 31, 2027

MCC is a charitable organization that partners with churches and community organizations worldwide to walk with people who are disadvantaged. MCC supports activities that provide emergency assistance, reduce poverty, and promote healthy communities, sustainable living and alternatives to violence. As an internationally recognized NGO, MCC currently serves in more than 45 countries with over 475 partners, 1,000 staff and 40,000 volunteers.

**Job Details**

Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE

**Qualifications**

Required
- Solid organization and prioritization skills with attention to detail and the ability to track and document activities and progress over time
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with paid staff and volunteers
- Excellent oral and written skills in English, as well as proficiency in MS Office suite
- Ability to respect and handle confidential material with discretion and relate well to people from many life stages and various cultures with a pleasant and professional demeanor.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and regularly perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and walking
- Occasional availability on Saturdays or evenings
- High School Diploma plus minimum 3 years relevant experience
- First Aid, CPR/AED, and Food Handler’s certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred
- Training in Volunteer Management
- Experience with MCC’s Material Resources program
- Familiarity with food safety practices or meat canning
- Experience working with manufacturers, churches, or community groups

**Key Responsibilities**

**Volunteer Engagement and Support**
- Assist in recruiting, onboarding, supervising Material Resources volunteers. Support the coordination of volunteer activities, training, appreciation events, and scheduling.
- Schedule, supervise and support cannery and processing volunteers. Assist the MCC Cannery Manager with volunteer training related to food safety.
- Foster meaningful volunteer experiences and educate participants on the impact of their contributions.
- Work with others on the Material Resources team to plan and facilitate volunteer group visits to the MCC Hub.
- Liaise with appropriate service providers to assist with logistics for groups visiting from a distance.
- Maintain the Material Resources volunteer database (Apricot) profile, ensuring it remains current and accurate.
- Collect and report on volunteer feedback.

**Warehouse and Program Operations**
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in the Material Resources warehouse.
- Assist with preparation and support for group packing and canning events, including logistics, and coordination and purchase of supplies. Requires occasional weekend participation.
- Work closely with Material Resources staff and the Cannery Manager to facilitate the flow of supplies and shipments.
- Contribute to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point Committee.
- Assist the MCC Cannery manager during production days.

**Community Education and Promotion**
- Collaborate with the 65 Heritage Management team in preparing and presenting to staff, volunteers, donors, and the public about MCC Thrift and Material Resources activities.
- Help deliver age-appropriate group education sessions during group visits.
- Collaborate with MCC’s Marketing & Communications team to share stories and promote Material Resources.
- Support Material Resources campaigns and fundraising events (e.g., meat sales) as needed.

**Administrative and Program support**
- Provide general administrative support for Material Resources scheduling, inventory and reporting.
- Represent MCC values and mission when interacting with volunteers, donors, and the public.
- Respond to inquiries regarding volunteering and facility visits in a timely manner.

**Other**
- Participate in team meetings
- Perform other job-related duties as assigne