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OS-based Volunteer Coordinator

Location: New South Wales, 2041, Australia
Organization: FoodWaterShelter
Start date: August 17, 2009
Sex: All are welcome
Skill(s): Other
Area of Focus: Children and Youth, Community Development, Environment and Ecology
End date: August 17, 2011
Age: Seniors (65 and over), Adults (18-64)
Language(s): English
Last updated: August 18, 2009

Description:

The OS-based Volunteer Coordinator assists in human resource planning, recruitment and selection, training and recognition of all volunteers working for {fws} overseas. The OS-based Volunteer Coordinator supports the OS-based Volunteer Manager to create and build a strong and effective team of OS-based volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and accurately file applications from prospective OS-based volunteers
• Respond to all overseas enquiries in a timely manner while following policy and procedure
• Ensure regular communication with all OS-based volunteers and deal with any enquiries or issues as appropriate
• Promote the link to {fws}s gimme shelter e-newsletter to all OS-based volunteers, increasing its circulation
• Keep the OS-based Volunteer Register current by adding applicants & their details regularly, and filing on the fws network (currently Google Docs)
• Ensure data is accurate and up to date for regular reporting purposes
• Ensure the OS-based Volunteer Team keeps files of CV’s and PD’s on the fws network (currently Google Docs)
• Conduct initial short listing of the most suitable applicants for OS-based volunteer positions based on CVs, experience and other criteria
• Within three days after Application Closing Date, supply fws member who identified volunteer vacancy with the CVs and Volunteer Application Forms of the most suitable applicants
• Respond to unsuccessful applicants, and encourage them to apply for similar/suitable positions if appropriate
• Support OS-based Volunteer Manager in setting up interviews of applicants for vacant roles

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team possibly at distance
• Effective communicator
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks
• Understand and adhere to the values of fws, as outlined on the fws website
• Desire to be make a difference while contributing to a fun but dedicated group of volunteers

How to Apply:

The fws Volunteer Application Form can be downloaded at http://www.foodwatershelter.org.au/volunteerwithus.aspx. Please forward this along with a copy of your CV to danielle.forward@foodwatershelter.org.au I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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