Full-time PermanentJob DescriptionDo you have a heart for serving others and a passion for disaster relief? Are you a highly organized and compassionate leader who thrives in a dynamic environment? Samaritan's Purse Canada (SPC) is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a dedicated Canadian Disaster Relief (CDR) Assistant Manager to join our team!Samaritan's Purse is a Christian international relief organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet the needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ.As the CDR Assistant Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the oversight of our Canadian Disaster Relief program. You will be instrumental in ensuring our rapid response capabilities are maintained, our Site Leadership Team (SLT) is well-equipped and cared for, and we are effectively building relationships with key stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine your organizational skills with your compassionate heart, directly impacting the lives of those affected by disaster in Canada. As an integral member of the Canadian Ministry Projects department, this role will help SPC carry out its mission and objectives through participation in the daily prayer ministry.The successful candidate will fulfill a full-time permanent position in the Calgary head office. This position includes benefits of life insurance, medical/dental and short-term/long-term disability, RRSP contributions after one year of employment, and 15 vacation days per year to start.ResponsibilitiesManages the Site Leadership Team (SLT) – from recruitment and training to scheduling and ongoing support – ensuring a highly effective and compassionate team is ready to respondOversees and supports the ongoing training and professional development of the SLT,



including implementing required training opportunities and conducting post-deployment after-action reviewsEnsures the SLT is prepared for rapid response by overseeing scheduling, logistics, communication during deployments, and maintaining accurate records for all team members (including background checks, driver abstracts, and training records)Provides direct supervision and oversight to Volunteer SLT MembersBuilds and maintains robust relationships with key external stakeholders, including Provincial Emergency Management, Municipal Committees, and local churchesOversees record management, compliance, and inventory levels, ensuring we are prepared and equipped for rapid responseTravels to disaster relief project locations as deemed necessary by the CDR ManagerQualificationsQualified applicants must be committed to Christian values and precepts and be in agreement with the Samaritan's Purse Statement of Faith.Minimum undergraduate degree in a related field (e.G., Business Administration, Disaster Management, Volunteer Management) or an equivalent combination of education and experience3-5 years of experience in a relevant field such as volunteer relations, management, or disaster response. Greater consideration will be given to candidates with at least 2 years of supervisory or management experienceDemonstrate a servant's heart, lead with humility, and balance the mission with individual's needsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to train, coach, and mentor othersAbility to work well under pressure and with limited time constraintsAbility to work independently with little supervision, within a team environmentAbility to travel domestically as needed for disaster response activitiesNote: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is selectedWe thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualifiedcandidates will be contacted for an interview.

📌 Canadian Disaster Relief Assistant Manager New (Calgary)
🏢 Samaritan's Purse Canada
📍 Calgary