Temporary Full Time Christmas Toy Drive Coordinator - Christmas Jobs in Kingston, ON

Job Description

About the Temporary Full Time Christmas Toy Drive Coordinator Kingston Jobs for Christmas

Description

The Toy Drive Coordinator provides general oversight and direction to the Toy Drive and Santa Shuffle campaigns. The Toy Drive Coordinator organizes, directs, and supervises the work performed by Christmas Campaign Workers and volunteers. They will also ensure adequate volunteer coverage during each shift.

Key Responsibilities

Administration

• Work in partnership with the Hamper Coordinator and CFS staff to ensure smooth campaign
• Recruit, train and provide supervision to volunteers who assist with the Santa Shuffle or Toy Drive
• In cooperation with the Toy Drive and CFS staff, ensure all campaign information is updated and promoted to the community and partnering agencies
• Secure donations or sponsors to assist with food and refreshments for Santa Shuffle and Toy Driver volunteers
• Maintain confidential records of client information
• Complete online applications with clients as required
• Answer telephone, manage and/or redirect calls as appropriate
• Prepare, coordinate and distribute correspondences as required
• Update information and materials as required throughout the campaign
• Coordinate team meetings together with the Hamper Campaign team
• Complete final campaign report to director to include campaign highlights and recommendations

Santa Shuffle

• Solicit donations for prize draws for both the Santa Shuffle and the children’s Elf Walk
• Solicit for participants and volunteers and solicit donations for goodie bags
• Pick up registrations from Running Room
• Recruit volunteers for registration, race marshals, refreshments and to assist in packing goodie bags
• Arrange with St. John Ambulance First Aid Volunteers for the race

Toy Drive

• To provide general oversight of the Toy Drive including: the set up and dismantle of the Toy Distribution Centre, toy centre volunteers, various community toy drives and toy purchases when/where necessary
• Provide direction and supervision to campaign assistant
• Liaise with local businesses, radio stations and the community at large to support the campaign
• Keep an accurate inventory all donated and purchased toys
• Oversee the organizing, setting up and take down of the toy centre
• Ensure adequate volunteer coverage for each shopping day
• Secure donations of food/snack foods for volunteers as require
• Collect, record and forward statistical information as required

Working Conditions

Perform other position related duties as required.

• This is a Seasonal Full-time position based on up to 40 hours per week.
• Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required as hours may increase as per the Christmas Kettle Campaign operational requirements.
• Ability to lift/move 20 lbs. (11.34kg).
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.
• Local travel is associated with this position

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Completion of high school

Experience And Knowledge

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.
• Experience in office administration.
• Experience with general office equipment and must have strong skills and experience using word processing (WORD); spread sheet use (EXCEL).
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

Skills And Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced office setting; attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Honest, courteous, and punctual; prepared to act in the best interest of employer.
• Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Attentive listening skills for the purpose of supervision, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.