Volunteer Engagement Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs Program

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward.

• Purpose: Champion equity. Empower ability.

• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 

• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. 

The opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement, the Volunteer Engagement Assistant a multifaceted role that offers the chance to get involved in a little bit of everything across programs and within the People & Culture department at March of Dimes Canada. From recruitment and screening to database management, communications, and website updates, no two days are the same.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is curious, creative, and eager to learn. This person in this role will support with recruitment and screening, database management, communications, and website updates. Bringing strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and a fresh perspective, the Assistant will also help identify opportunities to improve engagement, and optimize the overall volunteer experience.

Responsibilities

Support the Volunteer Engagement team with the following duties:  

• Recruitment – role postings, resume screening, reference checking, interview support, and outreach. 
• Communications- gather information and write articles for monthly volunteer spotlights for internal and external communications.
• Database Management- Review volunteer profiles updating as needed by removing duplicates and inconsistencies, standardizing data formats, ensuring correct paperwork is in place. 
• Training enhancement- review volunteer trainings, look for areas to improve accessibility, increase engagement, and create supplementary hand-outs for enhanced learning
• Volunteer Inbox-Manage the volunteer inbox, providing timely, supportive responses and helping individuals find the information and support they need.
• Maintain and update website content to ensure all active volunteer roles are accurate and current.
• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications and experience

• Currently completing or recently completed college or university, preferably in Volunteer Management, Non-profit Management, Human Resources Management or related program
• Experience as a volunteer or working in the non-profit sector is considered an asset
• Exceptional communications and written skills  
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
• Ability to work in a team or independently  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite  

Salary:  $17.60 per hour

Important Details

Start Date: June 1 2026

Duration: 8 weeks

Eligibility criteria:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment 
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment 
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to
• Work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. 

Note: International students are not eligible participants. 

Deadline: Please submit your cover letter and resume by May 10, 2026 

Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re: 

• Contributing to our important mission: creating real change for people with disabilities

• Joining a leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibility

• Enjoying industry-leading employment incentives and benefits

• Supported in your professional growth, development, and success

• Included in our empathetic and supportive work culture 

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at marchofdimes.ca/careers.

For general inquiries, you can reach us at recruitment@marchofdimes.ca 

We value the health & safety of our employees 

MODC is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe work environment. We encourage all current and prospective employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Public Health. This reflects our dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our workforce.

Need accommodations? We're here to help!

MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.