Shoebox Inspections

Summary
As a Shoebox Inspector for the local chapter of The Shoebox Project for Women, you will be assisting your fellow
chapter members develop and implement chapter initiatives, help establish relationships within your community
and raise awareness of the project as well as duties specific to your position. You are helping The Shoebox Project
across North America in their efforts to support women impacted by homelessness.
Duties & Responsibilities
● Work closely with the chapter coordinator/other volunteers to assist in ensuring that each Shoebox donated
is inspected, sealed and ready for delivery
● Assist in swapping out product as required to ensure quality and consistency in value between Shoeboxes
● Ensure products are appropriate and meet the standards set out by the Shoebox Project guidelines
● Re-wrapping of Shoeboxes as required to ensure quality and presentation
● Ensuring each Shoebox has a note of support included prior to being sealed for delivery
● May be asked to help at shoebox donation events, with sorting and on-site inspections at events.
Qualifications
● Interest in issues related to women’s homelessness and desire to give back to your community
● Excellent verbal & communication skills
● Exeptional attention to detail a must
● Creative mindset with ability to meet our Shoebox season deadlines
Technology Capabilities Requirement : N/A
Screening Requirements : None
Time Commitment : 2-5 hours per month during drive season
Duration : Can be a one-time opportunity or span the whole drive duration
Training & Supervision : Training provided through video conference or in person when able, written processes.
Training & Supervision conducted by the Chapter’s Local Coordinator
We value and are strongly committed to equity, inclusion and diversity within our organization. We welcome and
encourage applications from all gender identities and expressions, LGBTQ+, religious backgrounds, people of
colour, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities. Should you be in need of any accommodation please
let us know by phone or email. Accommodations will be made upon request wherever possible and all
information provided will be handled confidentially