The Organization:

Burnaby Neighbourhood House is a non-profit organization offering a wide range of supportive programs and services that address the diverse needs of local residents.  Located on the traditional, unceded territories of the Coast Salish Nations, we are a volunteer-driven community-funded agency with a unique focus on neighbours supporting neighbours.

Job Description:

The Community Resources Administrator will assist the Project and Volunteer Manager with various projects and initiatives. This is a part-time position with flexible hours during weekdays.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing applications for various programs such as the Camping Bureau, Fair Play, Burnaby Christmas Bureau, and Coldest Night of the Year.
• Accurately report on all programs and maintain program statistics.
• Support the Manager with administrative tasks related to resource materials and major publications.
• Communicate with community partners and agencies to ensure the accuracy of content for publications.
• Distribute information material to community partners, neighbours, and Burnaby residents.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all materials and distribution volumes.
• Administer the central intake of volunteers, including screening, setting up interviews, conducting criminal record checks, and managing documentation.
• Assist the Manager in volunteer onboarding, general orientation, and training.
• Maintain the volunteer database, including application forms, reference checks, and statistics.
• Support general administrative tasks related to operations.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to community building and empowering people.
• Experience working and/or volunteering with a non-profit charitable organization.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style.
• Strong computing skills, specifically working experience with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Access and MS Outlook, InDesign, and other Adobe products or publishing software.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision, as well as in a collaborative team setting.
• The ability to communicate in a language other than English would be an asset.
• Class 5 Driver's License and access to a vehicle.

In addition to bringing a commitment to the Burnaby Neighbourhood House vision and values, the successful candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Evolving in Professional Capability – Committing to being better.
• Achieving Excellence and Authenticity – Showing up with the best version of oneself.
• Leading Others – Developing the Potential in Others – Helping people grow and lead.
• Creating a Culture of Connection – Building bridges between people and partners.
• Making an intentional impact – Advancing the strength and cause of BNH.

Location: Brentwood House – 2055 Rosser Ave, Burnaby

Accountability: This position reports to the Project & Volunteer Manager

Hours & Pay Rate:  20 hours per week plus. Rate:  $21.20 – $22.49 per hour

Start Date:  As soon as possible

We appreciate your interest in this position; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

*No phone calls please*