Assistant Christmas Program Coordinator

at  The Salvation Army

This position works with the Community Program Coordinator to ensure the Christmas Toy Program aligns with the overall mission and meet expectations of the Community Services (Calgary).

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Specialized courses of up to six (6) months from a Business College, or equivalent is an asset.
• Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search.
• At least one year of related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams)

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

• Highly organized and motivated self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Able to work independently with minimal guidance
• Able to problem solve and collaborate to complete tasks
• Capable of multitasking and moving quickly and consistently; able to perform under tight deadlines.
• Ability to lead a team of volunteers
• Displays a positive outlook and enjoys working within a team.
  Published
  October 28, 2024
  Location
  Calgary, AB
  Job Type
  Full-time
  Competition #

Administrative
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- Provides administrative support to the Community Program Coordinator and acts in his/her absence with respect to administrative functions.
- Maintains a safe and collegial office/work area.
- Assist with the troubleshooting of any issues/problems that occurred throughout the program
- Assist with planning and coordination of the Christmas Toy Program and each of the activities within the program.
- Maintains and distributes program information (e.g. Angel Giving Tree Tags) and receipt of donations.
Program responsibilities:
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- As delegated by Community Program Coordinator, assists in Christmas warehouse as required and will assist supporting volunteers (Shoppers/Client Intake/Sorting and stocking of Toys etc.)
- As delegated by Community Program Coordinator, coordinates Angel Tags project by distributing information packages, receiving and processing Angel Tag applications, sorting and preparing Angel Tags for mail out and delivery, arranging mail out and delivery with Centre of Hope and Christmas Program Driver, and coordinating toy donation pickup/drop-off
- Maintains logs of inventory of toys.
- Participates in end-of-season debrief.