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Enrollment Recruitment Specialist — Volunteer

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few weeks
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Education

    Description

    Enrollment Recruitment Specialist — Volunteer

    Organization: Open Doors Academy

    Position Type: Volunteer

    Location: Remote / Flexible

    Position Summary

    The Volunteer Enrollment Recruitment Specialist helps Open Doors Academy identify, connect with, and encourage prospective students and families to learn more about the academy and its educational opportunities.

    This volunteer will support student recruitment efforts through community outreach, online communication, referrals, and relationship building.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Identify potential students who may benefit from Open Doors Academy.
    • Share information about the academy with prospective students and families.
    • Conduct outreach through approved community, social media, and online channels.
    • Respond to basic questions about programs, enrollment, and admissions.
    • Encourage interested students to begin the enrollment process.
    • Maintain accurate records of recruitment contacts and follow-ups.
    • Build relationships with community organizations and referral partners.
    • Follow up with prospective students in a professional and welcoming manner.
    • Refer complex admissions or student-service questions to the appropriate academy staff.
    • Protect student and family information and maintain confidentiality.
    • Participate in recruitment meetings and outreach activities as needed.

    Qualifications

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Friendly, professional, and welcoming personality.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students and families.
    • Organized and dependable.
    • Comfortable using email, social media, and basic online tools.
    • Ability to work independently as a volunteer.
    • Previous experience in recruitment, admissions, education, customer service, outreach, or community engagement is helpful but not required.

    Preferred Skills

    • Student recruitment
    • Community outreach
    • Admissions support
    • Social media communication
    • Relationship building
    • Customer service
    • Follow-up and organization
    • Basic data/record management

    Volunteer Commitment

    This is an unpaid volunteer position. Hours are flexible and may be performed remotely, based on the volunteer's availability and the needs of Open Doors Academy.

    Goal of the Position

    The primary goal is to increase awareness of Open Doors Academy and connect prospective students with the information and resources they need to explore enrollment opportunities.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    New York, NY, USA

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