Community Engagement Coordinator 

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Join Habitat for Humanity Northumberland!

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Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team. We partner with families and individuals to create and maintain sustainable housing solutions, helping people build strength, stability, and self reliance through homeownership and critical home repairs. Join us in making a lasting impact in our community!

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About the Role:

The position is responsible for coordinating and implementing the community engagement program for Habitat for Humanity Northumberland. The position will oversee the management of the volunteer support program, including recruiting, scheduling, recognizing and retaining volunteers for all of HFHN’s operation. The position will also oversee HFHN’s general community engagement and outreach. The position will also support all future homeowners in the completion of their sweat equity and the successful move into affordable homeownership. The ideal candidate will be community-focused, with networking & communication, as well as strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include:

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• Implement an annual volunteer recruitment plan

• Oversee the implementation of HFHN’s volunteer training and orientation program;

• Ensure that volunteer events are posted and kept up to date;

• Assist with tracking data in the volunteer database;

• Support communication strategies that update volunteers on event schedules and volunteer opportunities;

• Recruit, schedule, and provide orientation for any businesses or other volunteer teams participating in home builds;

• Support family partners in the completion of sweat equity hours and their transition into homeowners;

• Work with the Habitat team to ensure a strong and welcoming volunteer program on all events and team-build days;

• Participate in community organizations, committees and groups that could help broaden the reach of Habitat and generate support for our programs;

• Develop and implement an annual recognition plan to recognize and thank volunteers for their contributions;

• Work to ensure that Habitat Northumberland has a presence in the local community through an effective community engagement plan;

• Implement Habitat Canada’s Meaning of Home Contest with local schools;

• Other, as required;

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Qualifications:

• Experience working with volunteers and engaging members of our community;

• Excellent interpersonal skills;

• Administrative experience and computer skills;

• Excellent communication and networking skills;

• Ability to think strategically, multi-task and deliver work on time;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Carry a valid Ontario Driver’s G License and have access to a vehicle;

• Ability to work flexible hours – some nights and weekends; and

• Commit to the mission of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and representing that mission within the community.

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Join a Meaningful Cause:

By joining Habitat for Humanity Northumberland, you will be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and help create a more affordable, stable housing future for everyone in Northumberland We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

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To Apply:

All applications must include both a cover letter and a resume. Please submit your resume and cover letter to applications@habitatnorthumberland.ca.

 

Important Details:

• Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 (However, a qualified applicant may be chosen before this date, so do not wait to apply!)

• Contact: Only those being considered for the position will be contacted for further steps.

 

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,950.00-$53,235.00 per year

 

Schedule:

 

• Monday to Friday

• Evenings & Weekends as needed

 

Work Location: In person​

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About Habitat for Humanity Northumberland: 

Founded in 1998, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is a non-profit organization working towards a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat for Humanity brings communities together to help families build strength, stability and independence through affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and its volunteers have assisted 65 family partners in obtaining affordable housing and 181 families maintain affordable housing.   

 

Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is one of 45 local Habitats working in Canada. Habitat for Humanity Canada is a member of Habitat for Humanity International, which was established in 1976 and has grown to become a leading global non-profit working in more than 70 countries. For more information on Habitat for Humanity Northumberland, please visit www.habitatnorthumberland.ca. 

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ReStore Pick-Up and Receiving Associate

 

Join Habitat for Humanity Northumberland!

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Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is seeking a ReStore Pick up and Receiving Associate to join our team. We partner with families and individuals to create and maintain sustainable housing solutions, helping people build strength, stability, and self reliance through homeownership and critical home repairs. Join us in making a lasting impact in our community!

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About this role: 
All Restore staff will work cooperatively as part of a cohesive team with an understanding that Habitat for Humanity ReStore acquires, markets, and sells used and surplus building materials and supplies to ensure the generation of revenue to Habitat for Humanity Northumberland to build local affordable housing. The ReStore Pick-up and Receiving Associate will be primarily responsible for picking up donated products from the community and supporting the processing and merchandising of that product. As such the ReStore Pick-Up and Receiving Associate will be an ambassador for the ReStore and for Habitat for Humanity Northumberland’s mission in the community. Strong customer service skills are needed to ensure that all customers, volunteers, and donors are receiving the best experience possible. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
The ReStore Pick-Up and Receiving Associate will be primarily responsible for picking-up donated product from the community and working alongside volunteers and ReStore staff to assist in the movement and coordination of materials from the ReStore truck to the ReStore sales floor. This will also include confirming the product has been processed correctly before it has been placed on the sales floor. Additionally, the ReStore Pick-Up and Receiving Associate will:
 

• Maintain an excellent driving record;

• Adhere to the daily schedule of pick-ups and deliveries in consultation as prepared by the ReStore Coordinator

• Act as Habitat for Humanity Northumberland’s ambassador while picking up product from donors by providing excellent customer service and promoting the mission of Habitat in the community;

• Perform initial inspection of pick-up donations offered and determine suitability of items, detailed of processing required, repairs necessary;

• Timely report any safety concerns regarding the truck or material pick-ups to the ReStore Coordinator;

• Ensure that truck is unloaded and cleaned out following each run and all items are properly stored;

• Ensure the truck contains such tools and equipment as are necessary to ensure the safe loading and unloading of donated merchandise;

• Collect, review and action vehicle inspection checklists;

• Coordinate appropriate and timely service/maintenance of the truck;

• Work, as part of a cohesive team, to meet and exceed established sales targets;

• Assist with store opening and closing, customer service, and the cash desk;

• Oversee and manage the volunteers on the truck. Assist managing volunteers in Back Shop/Donation Centre;

• Be familiar with customer policies and procedures;

• Promote the mission and vision of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland to customers and donors;

• Support the ReStore Manager/ReStore Receiving Associate in the processing and management of donations in the backroom operations;

• Support the ReStore Floor Manager to ensure that donations are processed and in good condition;

Qualifications:

• Retail experience;

• G Driver’s license and an excellent driving record;

• Strong people skills;

• Strong communication skills;

• Experience working with volunteers would be an asset;

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Ability to work on weekends;

• Ability to lift or assist lifting 50 pounds;

• Commitment to the mission of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and representing that mission within the community

 

To Apply:

All applications must include both a cover letter and a resume. Please submit your resume and cover letter to applications@habitatnorthumberland.ca.

 

Important Details:

Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 (However, a qualified applicant may be chosen before this date, so do not wait to apply!)

Contact: Only those being considered for the position will be contacted for further steps.​

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About Habitat for Humanity Northumberland: 

Founded in 1998, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is a non-profit organization working towards a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat for Humanity brings communities together to help families build strength, stability and independence through affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and its volunteers have assisted 65 family partners in obtaining affordable housing and 181 families maintain affordable housing.   

 

Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is one of 45 local Habitats working in Canada. Habitat for Humanity Canada is a member of Habitat for Humanity International, which was established in 1976 and has grown to become a leading global non-profit working in more than 70 countries. For more information on Habitat for Humanity Northumberland, please visit www.habitatnorthumberland.ca.