Community Engagement/Volunteer Coordinator

at  The Salvation Army

The Community Relations/Volunteer Coordinator supports the work of the management team, offering expertise and strategic oversight of digital/social media marketing and establishing and implementing a strong volunteer program for the Ministry Unit.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• The successful candidate must have completed three years post-secondary education.
  NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Digital Marketing expertise with strategies for marketing and promotions in non-profits.
• Characteristics: energetic, takes initiative, team player, organized and productive.
• Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset, with exposure to fundraising initiatives.
• Volunteer recruitment and management experience.
• Knowledge of Volunteer Management database system (Salesforce) an asset.
• Strong communication skills – both written and interpersonal.
• Organizational skills – scheduling, planning.
• Creative and flexible with the ability to adapt based on team, program, and service needs.
• Knowledge and skill in social media platforms and management (Facebook, Instagram, Google Business, Google Ads, Later).
• Basic Knowledge in website management (WordPress and plugins).
• Knowledge and skill in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of digital production and graphic design (Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Photoshop, Flash, and Illustrator).

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent with clear vulnerable sector screening
• A clean driver’s abstract

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
Published
August 22, 2024
Location
Vancouver, BC
Job Type
Full-time
Ministry Unit/Dept:
Boundless Vancouver
Salary Range:
$23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Address:
3213 Fraser Street
Posting Expires:
September 8, 2024
Applications Accepted By:
E-mail: BoundlessVancouver.Office@salvationarmy.c

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR FINANCIAL RESOURCES:

• May be authorized to handle small amounts of cash or Christmas kettle funds, according to policies.
• May hold a corporate credit card for expenses related to volunteers and online platform management.