Community Engagement/Volunteer Coordinator

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.

Hours:
35 hours/week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm. Flexible hours may be required during our busy Christmas season or for occasional special events.

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, 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.