Manager of Volunteer Development

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Employment Opportunity / The Mustard Seed (Edmonton)
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Position: Manager of Volunteer Development / Salary: Competitive / Closing Date: open until suitable candidate is found / Start Date: A.S.A.P.
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The Organization: The Mustard Seed (Edmonton) is a Christian humanitarian organization that seeks to address poverty in greater Edmonton through the building of a healthy community. Changing the face of poverty together is our mission. We value people, community, learning and justice.
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Position Abstract: as Manager of Volunteer Development, you are committed to seeing that the mission/vision are actively pursued within the Volunteer program as it facilitates a variety of opportunities for groups/individuals to participate in The Mustard Seed's ministry.

" m6 y3 h$ w) \  Z  LThe Manager of Volunteer Development reports to the Director of Development & is responsible for the development/oversight of all volunteer recruitment, training, placement & equipping of staff for volunteer supervision/mentorship.

The ideal candidate will have: had personal encounters with people living in poverty/demonstrates an ability to understand issues of the inner city. S/he is passionate about volunteers participating in ministry to the poor and can communicate with a diverse range of partners. Knowledge of volunteer recruitment and management is necessary and understanding non-profit management is desirable.

; t6 A" G7 `9 h3 N# p' B( k/ Z9 TIn Addition: the candidate has the ability to create and lead the development of the vision for The Mustard Seed within his or her sphere of responsibilities.
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8 Z& _# b% p  c) fYou will have strong communication skills/the ability to lead and build leaders and will possess a 'teachable spirit'. A capacity for creative problem solving, conflict resolution and equipping people are essential attributes. Basic computer skills required. The candidate must have the capacity to represent The Mustard Seed publicly.
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4 F' a% c; w! ~  T5 ]9 |Key Qualifications: a Bachelor degree in related field or equivalent; proven track record in volunteer management; experience training volunteers and/or staff; a member, in good standing, of a local community of faith; willing to submit to and ability to pass an Enhanced Security clearance by Correctional Services Canada and an Employment Security Check.
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TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letters to:
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3 A* g8 F6 A) t) l- zCoby Benoit, The Mustard Seed (Edmonton)
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E: info@mustard.ab.ca / F: 780.426.5400
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PS. Thanks to all applicants. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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