We are looking for a volunteer coordinator to recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, matching their skills to organizational needs and events. Key responsibilities include scheduling activities, maintaining volunteer records, fostering positive environments, managing communications, and recognizing volunteer contributions to ensure program success and community impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruitment and Placement:
- Actively recruit volunteers through various channels and match them with roles that align with their skills, interests, and availability.
- Training and Orientation:
- Develop and implement training programs and provide orientation to ensure volunteers understand their roles and the organization's mission.
- Scheduling and Coordination:
- Create schedules for ongoing tasks and events, coordinate teams of volunteers, and manage their day-to-day activities.
- Volunteer Management:
- Serve as a point of contact, provide guidance and support, handle conflict resolution, and supervise volunteers.
- Communication and Engagement:
- Communicate event information, organizational goals, and feedback to volunteers and stakeholders effectively.
- Program Development:
- Develop and implement volunteer recognition programs and strategies to maintain volunteer engagement and satisfaction.
- Collaboration:
- Work with board members at all levels to align volunteer efforts with organizational needs and promote the mission.
Essential Skills
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication, collaboration, and team-building skills are crucial for managing diverse volunteer groups.
- Organizational and Planning Skills:
- Strong organizational abilities are needed for scheduling, record-keeping, and managing various programs and events.
- Leadership and Problem-Solving:
- The ability to guide, motivate, and support volunteers, as well as to calmly resolve conflicts and address issues that arise.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Competency in using databases, CRM software, and communication tools for managing volunteer information and outreach.
- Passion for Service:
- A genuine passion for helping others and supporting the organization's mission is often a strong indicator of success in this role.