Job Description

Food Programs Logistics Assistant
20 hours/week
$23-25/hour PLAN | ORGANIZE | DELIVER | LEAD | MAKE A DIFFERENCE Interested? Read on\xe2\x80\xa6 About Us: West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation (WCK) is an organization supporting families with small actions that make a big impact every day. Our families need food, connection, resources, and mental health support while navigating childhood cancer and blood disorders. The WCK community comes together to provide practical support that truly makes a difference and helps families to know they are cared for, supported, and heard. About our Food Programs: Food brings comfort, support, and the gift of time together. When a child is going through cancer or blood disorder treatment, even something small like eating regular meals can be a real challenge. West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation provides nourishing meals to families at the hospital and at home - at no cost to them. Food support gives families much more than nutrients and calories. It saves time and provides support, care, and connection beyond the expression of words. Read more about our Food Programs at wckfoundation.ca/food-programs/. And you? Your love for systems and processes is equally matched by your love for truly meaningful work. Your attention to detail is coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You are a problem solver and love to be an essential part of supporting program growth. You believe wholeheartedly in the power of nourishing and supporting families through food. As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Update and manage inventory for food programs supporting families at BC Children\'s Hospital and at home
• Place and receive food orders from various vendors and partners
• Update and maintain records of food deliveries and food orders from families
• Coordinate and work alongside volunteers to organize, package, and deliver food
• Liaise with vendor and courier partners to provide exceptional service to WCK families
• Manage incoming program requests, referrals and order forms
• Communicate with families about deliveries and program opportunities
• Liaise withorganizational partners at BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital, Surrey Memorial, and other non-profits

What you bring to the role:

• 3+ years of logistics experience
• Previous experience with inventory management
• Experience working with Google Workspace, Airtable, Clickup or similar project management and database systems is an asset
• High level of self-motivation and willingness to learn
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential
• Experience dealing with sensitive situations where compassion and diplomacy are key
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong ability to work independently and self-start as well as work dynamically within a team
• Valid Driver\'s license
• Up-to-date immunizations are required
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check
• Secondary language skills are an asset

Compensation and Details:

• This position is 20 hours per week with three weeks of flexible paid time off
• Salary range is $23-25/hour
• Extended Health Benefits
• Due to the nature of this role\xe2\x80\x99s responsibilities, availability to work at our Burnaby office Tuesdays, Wednesdays (from 9 AM - 5 PM), and Thursdays (from 9 AM - 3 PM) is necessary

To Apply: We want to hear from you! Applicants who take the time to write a cover letter to tell us more about you, why you want to work with WCK, and your favourite comfort food are prioritized in the application process. West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation is committed to equality, diversity and a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for consideration. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20 per week Salary: $23.00-$25.00 per hour Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Extended health care

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to reliably commute to and work at our Burnaby office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays?
• Please provide a few examples of your attention to detail in your previous work experience.
• Did you add a cover letter? We\'d love to know more about why you would like to work with WCK.

Experience:

• logistics: 3 years (preferred)