QUALIFICATIONS

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

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

LOCATION DESCRIPTION

This role will work out of the MCC Hub at 65 Heritage Drive, New Hamburg Ontario

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

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 assigned
• Participate in MCCO orientations, provincial meetings, Peace Conference and Staff Development Day
• Participate in a local faith community, being willing to use personal gifts within this community
• Model Nonviolent peacemaking through respectful daily interactions with staff and the public
• Maintain a high level of integrity, reflecting Christian respect and Christ’s unconditional love to those with whom you work, including colleagues, partner agencies, the homeless and marginalized
• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador for MCC’s mission and values in every interaction with partners and donors, being proactive in promoting positive public, staff, and volunteer relations.