Christmas Kettle Assistant

The Salvation Army in Canada

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

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBurlington • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$19 - CA$28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate and oversee volunteer activities and operations for the Christmas Kettle Campaign. Proficient in office administration and Microsoft Office tools, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and supporting The Salvation Army's mission.

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Office Administration ExperienceMicrosoft Word ProficiencyMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyValid Ontario Class 'G' Driver's LicenseCommunity-Based Program Experience

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Hard Skills

Office AdministrationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelVolunteer CoordinationSchedulingDonation SecurityConflict ResolutionProblem SolvingAbility to Lift 20 lbsBackground Check Screening

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsListening SkillsAnalytical SkillsMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

General Office Equipment

Industry Keywords

OH&S Act ComplianceThe Salvation Army PoliciesKettle Campaign OperationsVolunteer ManagementEmergency Response

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 volunteer scheduling
Assist with orientation and performance management of kettle worker staff and/or volunteers
Assist the Christmas Kettle Coordinator with scheduling and responding to emergency absences
Foster and maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites
Coordinate daily delivery and pickup of kettles to and from sites while ensuring donation security
Deliver and pick up kettles in emergency situations
Host at a kettle as required and ensure coverage for breaks
Ensure kettle locations have adequate literature and other supplies
Assist with transferring kettle contents into deposit bags for processing
Complete shift reminder phone calls and voicemail messages for volunteers
Perform other related duties as required

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 Microsoft Word and Excel
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License
Current driver’s abstract required for review and verification
Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) safely
Flexibility to work days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday
Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening, problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced office setting
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment
Ability to work independently and as an active team member
Compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies
Successful applicable screening and background checks, including The Salvation Army Abuse Registry
Original copy of a background check screening
Ability and willingness to support The Salvation Army’s mission and purpose in Canada
Appropriate Salvation Army identification must be worn

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation upon request
Temporary full-time position with 40 hours per week
Local travel associated with the position