Purchasing and Fundraising Assistant

4 days ago

Thunder Bay, Canada Children's Centre Thunder Bay Full time

Children’s Centre Thunder Bay works together with families, caregivers and a community of partners to make a real difference in the quality of life of children and youth. We are an accredited, not-for-profit organization providing treatment and support services for children and youth, from birth to 18 years, who are experiencing behavioural, emotional, developmental or social difficulties. The Centre is currently seeking to fill the following position:
One Temporary Full-Time Purchasing and Fundraising Assistant

Non-Union Position - 35 hours per week

12 months in Duration

**Responsibilities**:
The Purchasing and Fundraising Assistant will work closely with senior management and the Purchasing and Fundraising Coordinators to ensure that the Centre’s procurement processes align with organizational goals and budgetary constraints. This includes negotiating contracts with suppliers, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. The Assistant will be tasked with planning and executing events that support the Centre’s mission and objectives and that engage the community, foster partnerships and promote programs and services. The Assistant will provide support to the Foundation in all related manners, such as administrative assistance with programming, fundraising, budgeting, and initiatives for successful implementation of events.

**Qualifications**:
The Purchasing and Fundraising Assistant position requires:

- A diploma in Business Administration
- Experience in purchasing/tendering practices and advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
- Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- A valid Ontario Driver's License is required.

Tanya MacLeod, CHRL, Director, Human Resources
Full job description is available by contacting us.
Applications due by January 31, 2025

Children's Centre Thunder Bay is committed to providing accommodations throughout the employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants requiring accommodations throughout the recruitment process should contact Human Resources.

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