Who we are searching for:

Volunteer Strathcona is seeking an individual to join our Team for the summer who is:

• passionate about community in Strathcona County;

• eligible for the Canada Summer Job Program; and

• looking for an opportunity to use their interpersonal, technical, and administrative skills  to contribute to our work supporting the voluntary sector in Strathcona County.

What we do:

Since 1976, Volunteer Strathcona has been a champion of volunteers and community organizations throughout Strathcona County.  Our mission is to connect people to their community by promoting, enhancing and growing volunteerism in Strathcona County.

Why you want to work for us:

You will have a frontline role in making a difference for non-profits, other community organizations and volunteers throughout Strathcona County.

You will be part of a small team of staff who are passionate about volunteerism and building community, and who enjoy a casual, friendly work environment.

What your role would look like:

As our Summer Program Assistant, you will report to our Executive Director and will be supporting the work of our volunteer centre in Strathcona County, Alberta, by:

• working with our Program Coordinator on our initiative to increase youth engagement in volunteerism

• working with our Volunteer Coordinator to provide volunteer management support for local events, and to engage with stakeholders for our volunteer-driven direct service delivery programs

• Coordinating our event equipment loan program for community organizations

• Participating in community events on behalf of Volunteer Strathcona - please note you will need to work at an event on Canada Day (time off in lieu will be provided)

• Working with the rest of the team to update and review Volunteer Strathcona programs, initiatives, procedures, and documentation

• General administrative and office duties as required.

Note: this position is full-time in office 

What you possess:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

• Meet the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program, 2025

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment

• Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, S.C. 2001

• Legally entitled to work according to the relevant Alberta legislation and regulations

• Interest in community-building and/or volunteerism - volunteer experience is an asset

• Experience in confidently and effectively communicating with members of the public, by telephone, email, social media & other written formats, as well as in-person

• Experience using all Google Platforms - experience with CANVA and WordPress would be assets

• Alignment with Volunteer Strathcona’s mission and values, and with the core principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation

• Flexibility and a commitment to strong teamwork

• Please note that a Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sector check will be required

What we can offer you:

• $20 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

• 35 Hours per week

• Works hours are typically 8:30 am – 4:30 pm – Monday to Friday, with a one hour unpaid lunch break, but you must have flexibility to adjust hours to assist with events/meetings during evenings and weekends, including Canada Day

• The position is for a maximum of 15 weeks, ending August 29, 2025

Please email your resume (including any volunteer experience), along with an explanation of why you are interested in this position, with the subject ‘Summer Program Assistant’’ to Wendy Bouwman Oake, Executive Director at     

All interested candidates should apply no later than the closing date of Wednesday, April 30th.

We thank you for your interest in Volunteer Strathcona, and appreciate the effort required to apply for this position. Applicants will be contacted if they are selected for an interview