{"id":3310875,"url":"https://alion.io/job/the-salvation-army-canada-and-bermuda-program-manager-temporary","title":"Program Manager Temporary","company":{"id":4707,"name":"The Salvation Army (Canada and Bermuda)","domain":"salvationarmy.ca","url":"https://alion.io/company/salvationarmy","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":98,"open_postings":22,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.227,"repost_share":0.091,"time_to_fill_p50_days":14,"computed_at":"2026-10-28T05:59:10Z"}},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":null,"employment_type":"contractor","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Kelowna, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":55244,"max":69076,"currency":"CAD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":49261},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-25T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-25","last_verified_at":"2026-10-28T17:40:41Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":3,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":3},"description":"Who We Are\nFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.\nMission Statement\nThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.\nJob Description:\nPosition Purpose Summary:\nThe Temporary Programs Manager provides day-to-day operational oversight of Okanagan Central's Food Reclamation Program and Community Services Warehouse, while supporting the EDS Team Lead in the coordination and operational readiness of the Emergency Disaster Services program.\nThe incumbent is responsible for coordinating daily activities, supervising assigned staff and volunteers, and ensuring programs operate safely, efficiently, and effectively. The position supports the mission of The Salvation Army by ensuring responsible stewardship of resources, responsiveness to community needs, and the delivery of services that uphold the dignity and value of every person.\nResponsibilities and Accountabilities\n1. Program Coordination and Oversight 20%\nExemplifies the Gospel of Jesus Christ through personal conduct, relationships, and the performance of all job responsibilities.\nServes as an active and collaborative member of the management team and participates in relevant planning meetings.\nSupports the Director of Organizational Operations by providing day-to-day oversight of the Food Reclamation Program and Community Services Warehouse.\nCoordinates daily program activities, staffing, volunteer assignments, and operational priorities to ensure the effective delivery of services.\nEnsures programs operate in alignment with The Salvation Army's mission, values, policies, and established ministry objectives.\nProvides leadership and collaborates with other departments to support ministry-wide activities, seasonal initiatives, and community events.\nIdentifies operational challenges and works collaboratively with the Director of Organizational Operations to implement practical solutions.\n2. Food Reclamation and Food Services 20%\nOversees the daily operations of the Food Reclamation Program, including receiving, sorting, storing, preparing, and distributing reclaimed food.\nCoordinates the preparation of food boxes, meals, and other food services associated with assigned programs and community events.\nEnsures compliance with applicable food safety standards, safe food handling practices, and organizational policies.\nOversees food inventory, storage, and distribution to maximize the use of donated resources and minimize food waste.\nMaintains positive working relationships with food donors, suppliers, and community partners.\nMonitors daily operations and addresses concerns related to food quality, safety, inventory, and program delivery.\n3. Staff and Volunteer Supervision 20%\nSupervises and coordinates the daily activities of Food Reclamation staff and volunteers, ensuring clear direction, appropriate training, and effective use of their time and skills.\nSupervises and provides direction to warehouse volunteers, ensuring tasks are clearly communicated and completed safely and effectively.\nCoordinates daily work assignments, schedules, and operational priorities to ensure effective use of available personnel.\nEnsures staff and volunteers receive appropriate task-specific training, orientation, and supervision.\nFosters a positive, respectful, inclusive, and mission-focused working environment.\nProvides regular feedback, addresses day-to-day concerns, and escalates significant personnel matters to the Director of Organizational Operations as appropriate.\nEncourages meaningful volunteer engagement through clear communication, appreciation, and opportunities to contribute effectively.\n4. Warehouse Operations 15%\nOversees the day-to-day operations of the Community Services Warehouse, including receiving, organizing, storing, and distributing donated goods and supplies.\nCoordinates warehouse activities and establishes daily work priorities to ensure efficient operations.\nMaintains organized and accurate inventory systems and ensures appropriate stewardship of donated goods and resources.\nEnsures warehouse spaces are clean, organized, and maintained in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.\nIdentifies equipment, maintenance, and supply needs and communicates concerns to the Property Manager.\nCoordinates the movement of goods and resources between programs and ministry locations as required.\n5. Emergency Disaster Services Support 15%\nSupports the EDS Team Lead in the ongoing coordination, administration, and operational readiness of the Emergency Disaster Services program.\nAssists with maintaining EDS equipment, supplies, and resources to ensure they are organized and ready for deployment.\nProvides logistical and operational support during active emergency responses under the direction of the EDS Team Lead.\nAssists with coordinating food services, supplies, equipment, and volunteer resources required for emergency responses.\nSupports the planning and coordination of EDS volunteer training, orientation sessions, exercises, and community engagement activities.\nWorks collaboratively with the Volunteer and Kettle Manager and EDS Team Lead to support volunteer scheduling, training, and deployment.\nAssists with the organization and inventory management of the EDS Warehouse.\nMaintains appropriate EDS records and assists with activity reporting and documentation.\n6. Operational Accountability and Stewardship 10%\nEnsures responsible use of program resources, equipment, donated goods, and supplies.\nMaintains accurate operational records, inventory information, and program statistics as required.\nEnsures compliance with applicable health and safety requirements, organizational policies, and established procedures.\nIdentifies operational risks and addresses safety concerns promptly.\nCommunicates program needs, challenges, and updates regularly to the Director of Organizational Operations.\nSupports ministry-wide activities, including seasonal campaigns, food drives, and community events, as assigned.\nFINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:\nMonitors revenues and expenses for program overseen on a regular basis.\nTracks EDS expenditures for invoicing to Provincial Government for Provincial Emergencies\nRegular responsibility for financial expenditures and wise use of resources.\nMay handle small amounts of cash.\nMinor material responsibility.\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\nServes in an office environment within a busy ministry. The location of work may create a possibility of experiencing the following disagreeable conditions: people with challenging behavior, verbal abuse, minor risk of harm, injury, illness due to physical attacks from others and/or exposure to infectious diseases.\nMore significant risk of harm, injury when supporting EDS responses\nIntervenes if guests’ behaviour changes.\nMust have a valid Driver’s License and be flexible in their working schedule.\nCarries a cell phone.\nInteracts regularly with vulnerable neighbors/guests.\nBe able to lift and carry up to 25kgs\nEducation, Qualifications and Certifications:\nFood Safe would be considered an asset; if not current then the ability and willingness to take it\nFood Service Specific Training would be considered an asset\nExperience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements\n Prior related experience including experience in a variety of social service programs with some supervisory experience, and experience in oral and written communication.\nExperience working in Food Services.\nAbility and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.\nSkills and Capabilities (examples provided below):\nSupports the mission, vision and values of The Salvation Army\nRespect for and understanding of The Salvation Army mission, culture, values\nAble to work in a consultative, diplomatic and tactful manner.\nAble to work cooperatively and effectively with mission partners, guests, visitors and the general public.\nPossesses personal qualities and attitudes that respect and maintain the spirit, dignity and individuality of guests and mission partners.\nStrong communication skills-written, public speaking\nLeadership skills- strategic planning, inspirational communication, staff development\nOrganizational skills- scheduling, proposals, project management, special event coordination\nManagement skills- Coaching, leading meetings, Human Relations supervision, staff documentation, program evaluation and design, volunteer management/supervision\nProficiency with the following computer software packages: Microsoft Office package, Link2Feed preferred\nCompensation:\nThe target hiring range for this position is $55,244.80 to $69,076.80 with a maximum of $82,888.00.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.\nThe Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. 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