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Job Overview The Volunteer & Food Services Coordinator will oversee the agency’s volunteer program as well as provide day-to-day coordination and oversight of food programs. This role supports and guides volunteers to ensure safe, organized and effective program delivery, while maintaining compliance with health & safety and Food Banks Canada Standards. Balancing operational oversight with relationship-building, the Coordinator fosters a positive, respectful environment and strengthens systems to deliver high-quality services to the community.

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Responsibilities

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- Act as first point-of-contact for new volunteers for the agency (recruit, screen & initial orientation)

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- Schedule and coordinate volunteers for events & fundraising activities

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- Organize and lead organizational volunteer training and refresher training

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- Support organizational volunteer recognition and retention initiatives

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- Oversee the delivery of food services, including food bank, hamper delivery, surplus food distribution, cooking and repackaging as well as seasonal programming

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- Ensure compliance with Standards, WHMIS and health & safety practices

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- Maintain accurate volunteer and program records and assist with reporting and administrative tasks

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- Foster a welcoming & respectful environment for volunteers, staff, supporters and clients

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Experience

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- Diploma or Degree in Community Development, Food Services, Nonprofit Management or a related field

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- 2 years or more experience in supervisory or volunteer coordination role

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- Experience with volunteer coordination and/or community programming

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- Ability to guide and support diverse volunteers respectfully

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- Comfortable working in both administration and hands-on environments

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- Ability to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check

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- Valid Class G driver's license or access to independent transportation is required

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Knowledge & Skills:

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- Deep awareness and understanding of poverty, food- and energy-insecurity

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- Desire and ability to work compassionately with people from diverse backgrounds in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner

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- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and privacy protocols

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- Self-motivated with strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

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- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with volunteers, staff and community members

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- Ability to provide clear guidance and support in a respectful, team-oriented environment

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- Awareness of food safety standards and protected food handling practices

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- Understanding of workplace health & safety, including WHMIS requirements

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- Ability to motivate, recognize and support volunteers to shine their brightest

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- Ability to analyze variety of problems, identify causes and recommend solutions

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- Ability to maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements

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- Strong computer skills, including email software, Google Suite, internet browsing, database management

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- Proficiency with Better Impact and/or Monday.com considered an asset

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Pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour

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Benefits

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- Casual dress

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- On-site parking

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Ability to commute/relocate

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- Wilberforce, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wilberforce, ON (K0L, Haliburton District)

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📌 Volunteer & Food Services Coordinator (Wilberforce)
🏢 Central Food Network
📍 Wilberforce