Our BackgroundThe University Hospital Foundation is dedicated to a powerful, singular purpose: to continuously seek, inspire and support bold solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges and ignite new discoveries in health. Responsible for raising and managing funds to advance innovation in prevention, research and patient care, the Foundation strives to transform and redefine health in the Edmonton area, throughout Alberta and around the world so everyone can live a longer, healthier life.In the past ten years, generous donations from individuals and our corporate and strategic partners have contributed nearly $220 million to advance world-leading patient care at the University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and Kaye Edmonton Clinic, as well as groundbreaking research at the University of Alberta.As an outcome-focused organization, UHF offers a flexible work environment where employees have the opportunity to work remotely. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.GiveToUHF.ca and if you have a keen interest in being a part of the future of healthcare in Alberta, please consider applying today!

Your PurposeThe Administrative Support Volunteer plays an invaluable role in supporting the Foundation's fundraising and donor services activities through a variety of administrative and mail processing tasks. This role helps ensure donor communications and records are maintained accurately and efficiently.

As this position is heavily focused on mail processing and donor correspondence, it is a fully in-office volunteer opportunity.

Specific Accountabilities

- Mail preparation
- Returned mail record updates
- Opening mail and donations
- Organizing and filing administrative documents
- Supporting donor services and administrative projects as required
- Other duties as assigned

QualificationsWe are looking for volunteers with good attention to detail interested in making a difference who enjoy quiet administrative work.

- Previous experience with administrative duties and mail sorting an asset




- Previous volunteer experience is considered an asset
- Detail oriented
- Able to perform repetitive tasks

CommitmentThis is an ongoing volunteer opportunity. We are looking for volunteers who can make a weekly commitment and have availability during regular business hours.

Schedule is flexible, and the nature of the work might change the length of time needed may shift depending on the amount of work available. We can work with you to support your availability.

Current Volunteer NeedsOur busiest period typically runs from mid-October through mid-January. During this time, we are looking for volunteer support up to three days per week.

We will work with successful applicants to accommodate availability and create a schedule that aligns with operational needs. To ensure volunteers have meaningful work assignments and receive appropriate support, only one volunteer is scheduled per day.

Benefits to VolunteersWe absolutely could not do this event without our dedicated volunteers, whose contributions help us bring monumental change to health and healthcare in Alberta. You will have the chance to contribute to the University Hospital Foundation while developing a unique and varied skillset.

You would also be able to participate in our annual Volunteer Appreciation events and be eligible for award nominations.

We are also happy to provide letter of reference of your participation upon request.

ApplicantsWe respect and value diversity and are proud to be an equal chance employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

To apply for this posting, please visit https://givetouhf.ca/careers, and attach your cover letter and resume into one PDF. We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Information Check.

https://givetouhf.ca/careers

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

📌 Volunteer - Administrative Support (Edmonton)
🏢 University Hospital Foundation
📍 Edmonton