Administrative Volunteer - Humanitarian Response Team

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We see human suffering as a call - not just to open our hearts, but to move our feet. We are compelled by our Christian faith into action - a team, guided by compassion and magnified by expertise. We are committed to rise, mobilize, and make a difference.

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Position Title: Programs Administrative Assistant Volunteer
Department: Humanitarian Response Team
Reports To: Programs Manager
Time Commitment:
Position is ongoing. A minimum commitment of 8 hours a week is preferred with a possibility of volunteering for 2 4 hour shifts.
Position Summary:

• This position will assist the Humanitarian Response Team (HRT) by supporting the HRT staff in various administrative and programmatic tasks related to humanitarian response teams and projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Email & call volunteers to update volunteer files
• Upon approval and training on MTI’s database software, scan and upload documents to CRM files
• Upon approval and training of MTI processes, ensure accurate financial reporting for minor expenses
• Provide administrative assistance in preparation for annual security training workshop; various errands, paperwork
• Assist with the production of pre-deployment briefs for humanitarian assessment and response teams
• Assist with research as part of grant applications
• Assist with the development of MTI’s humanitarian field operations manual
• Assist in maintenance of HRT equipment inventory
• Various other admin tasks as needed

Desired Minimum Qualifications:

• Interest in studying or pursuing career in humanitarian response or related field
• Be comfortable with Microsoft Suite (intermediate knowledge) and willing to learn new software.
• Comfortable in an office environment
• Must be detail-oriented

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Laptop
• CRM Software
• Microsoft Suite Software
• Copiers, Scanners, and Fax Machines

Physical Demands

• Normal office environment and physical demands
• Extended periods of sitting and computer work
• Light lifting and carrying of office supplies, etc.