Christmas Kettle Coordinator

The Salvation Army in Canada

. Attend training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle Campaign .

Posted 9/29/2026contractCollingwood • CanadaJunior💰 CA$18 - CA$22 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and supervisory capabilities in managing the Christmas Kettle Campaign, including staff coordination, donation security, and effective communication with volunteers and donors. Proficient in administrative tasks such as timesheet management and compliance with health and safety regulations.

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Staff SupervisionCustomer ServiceWord ProficiencyExcel ProficiencyValid Ontario Class G Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Money HandlingOffice AdministrationStatistical Data RecordingTimesheet ManagementKettle Campaign Coordination

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMultitasking SkillsListening Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Background Check Screening

Industry Keywords

The Salvation ArmyChristmas Kettle CampaignOH&S Act ComplianceHealth and Safety Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle Campaign
Provide support getting kettles to zone locations before campaign staff or volunteers arrive
Ensure donations are delivered to a secure location at shift completion
Communicate daily issues and supply deficiencies to the supervisor
Orient and remind staff and volunteers about proper kettle handling and duties
Supervise, support, assign, and coordinate kettle campaign staff and volunteers
Visit locations during shift changes and intermittently
Submit accurate timesheets and mileage reports weekly
Remain at kettles for the full shift until relieved and ensure donation security
Respond to donor questions about Salvation Army ministries and programs
Promote, coordinate, and oversee Christmas Kettle Campaign activities
Oversee campaign operations, including scheduling
Participate in recruiting kettle workers and volunteers
Provide orientation and performance management
Respond to emergency absences and coordinate staff schedules
Maintain positive working relationships with kettle sites
Coordinate daily delivery and pickup of kettles and secure donations
Host at a kettle as required to provide coverage for breaks
Ensure kettle locations have adequate literature and supplies
Record statistical data and prepare weekly timesheets
Organize post-campaign retrieval of equipment and supplies
Report directly to the Corps Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Some high school coursework; completion of high school is an asset
Minimum of one year of related experience or working in customer service
Money handling experience is an asset
Experience in office administration
Strong skills and experience using Word and Excel
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License
Personal vehicle required and insurance required
Current copy of driver’s abstract required for review and verification
Ability to lift/move 9 to 12 kgs (20–25 lbs.)
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully
Original copy of a Background Check screening required
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for The Salvation Army’s mission and purpose in Canada
Strong interpersonal, communication, customer service, listening, problem-solving, analytical, confidentiality, and multitasking skills
Ability to work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation upon request
½ hour unpaid meal break during applicable shifts