Christmas Kettle Assistant

The Salvation Army in Canada

. Assist with promoting, coordinating, and overseeing Christmas Kettle Campaign Worker staff and/or volunteer activities .

Posted 9/17/2026part-timeNanaimo • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$18 - CA$26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and interpersonal skills while effectively coordinating staff and volunteer activities for the Christmas Kettle Campaign. Proficient in office administration and capable of maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Office Administration ExperienceWord Processing (Word)Spreadsheet Proficiency (Excel)Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's LicenseCommunity-Based Program Experience

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Hard Skills

Office AdministrationWord ProcessingSpreadsheet ProficiencyDonation Security ManagementVolunteer SchedulingPerformance ManagementEmergency Response CoordinationLiterature and Supplies ManagementShift Reminder CommunicationAbility to Lift/Move 20 lbs

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeamwork Skills

Tools & Technologies

General Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's LicenseDriver's Abstract

Industry Keywords

The Salvation ArmyChristmas Kettle CampaignOH&S Act ComplianceBackground Check ScreeningConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with promoting, coordinating, and overseeing Christmas Kettle Campaign Worker staff and/or volunteer activities
Assist with overseeing Christmas Kettle campaign operations, including staff and/or volunteer scheduling
Assist with orientation and performance management of kettle worker staff and/or volunteers
Coordinate with the Christmas Kettle Coordinator on scheduling and respond to emergency absences
Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites
Coordinate daily delivery and pickup of kettles to and from sites, ensuring donation security
Deliver and pick up kettles in emergency situations
Host at a kettle as required to provide break coverage
Ensure kettle locations have adequate literature and supplies
Assist with transferring kettle contents into deposit bags for processing
Complete shift reminder phone calls and/or voicemail messages for volunteers
Perform other related duties as required
Uphold The Salvation Army’s mission, vision, values, code of conduct, and professional standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed High School or equivalent
Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset
Experience in office administration
Experience with general office equipment
Strong skills and experience using word processing (WORD)
Strong skills and experience using spreadsheets (EXCEL)
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License
Original copy of current driver’s abstract required for review and verification
Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) safely
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks, including The Salvation Army Abuse Registry and a Background Check screening
Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, adaptability, and teamwork skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment
Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced office setting
Ability to work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding of and support for The Salvation Army’s mission and purpose in Canada
Flexibility to work days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and split shifts Monday through Saturday

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation upon request
Temporary position with flexible scheduling
Local travel associated with the position