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Build the Heartbeat of Our Mission, Recruit Volunteers Who Change Lives – Volunteer Recruiter- McDowell County, NC

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Asheville, NC
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    12
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Crime & Safety, Disaster Relief, Mental Health, Veterans

    Description

    Bring People to the Heart of Our Mission! As a Volunteer Recruitment Member, you’ll help build the foundation of the American Red Cross—our volunteers. By connecting passionate individuals to meaningful opportunities, you’ll ensure every line of service has the skilled, diverse, and committed team it needs to deliver hope and help when it matters most. Your work fuels the mission and empowers communities to make a difference.

    • Fuel the Mission with People Power: Help design and implement creative recruitment strategies that bring passionate volunteers into every line of service.
    • Connect Talent to Purpose: Recruit volunteers for diverse roles across the organization, ensuring every skill finds its place in the mission.
    • Partner for Impact: Collaborate with the Volunteer Management team to identify priority needs and target recruitment efforts where they matter most.
    • Grow the Volunteer Family: Proactively engage new volunteers for general and specialized opportunities—and inspire current volunteers to step into leadership roles.
    • Be the Voice in the Community: Research outreach events, connect with local groups, and schedule presentations that spark interest and action.
    • Lead the Charge at Events: Plan and host recruitment events that welcome new faces and strengthen community ties.
    • Spread the Word: Promote volunteer opportunities at community gatherings and through creative marketing for open-call events.
    • Mission-Driven Connector: You love bringing people together for a cause that matters.
    • Outgoing & Engaging: Comfortable speaking with individuals and groups, both in person and virtually.
    • Creative & Strategic: You think outside the box to attract diverse volunteers and meet recruitment goals.
    • Organized & Reliable: Able to manage multiple outreach efforts and follow through on commitments.
    • Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using email, social media, and online tools to promote opportunities.
    • Team Player: You collaborate well with staff and volunteers to make recruitment successful.

    Key responsabilities:

    • Fuel the Mission with People Power: Help design and implement creative recruitment strategies that bring passionate volunteers into every line of service.
    • Connect Talent to Purpose: Recruit volunteers for diverse roles across the organization, ensuring every skill finds its place in the mission.
    • Partner for Impact: Collaborate with the Volunteer Management team to identify priority needs and target recruitment efforts where they matter most.
    • Grow the Volunteer Family: Proactively engage new volunteers for general and specialized opportunities—and inspire current volunteers to step into leadership roles.
    • Be the Voice in the Community: Research outreach events, connect with local groups, and schedule presentations that spark interest and action.
    • Lead the Charge at Events: Plan and host recruitment events that welcome new faces and strengthen community ties.
    • Spread the Word: Promote volunteer opportunities at community gatherings and through creative marketing for open-call events.

    Sign up today at volunteerconnection.org

    How to Apply: Complete the online application: www.redcross.org/volunteer

    • Questions? Contact:

    o Email: VolunteerCarolinas@redcross.org

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Asheville, NC
    Associated Location

    American Red Cross serving Western North Carolina

    100 Edgewood Rd, Asheville, NC 28804, USA

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