Overview:
The IT Support Volunteer helps ensure that staff and volunteers have the technical tools and confidence needed to do their best work. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, providing guidance, and improving digital systems and workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist staff and volunteers with basic technical troubleshooting
- Support setup and maintenance of user accounts, software assignment, and device access
- Help organize digital files, shared drives, and resource libraries
- Provide guidance on best practices for remote work and digital communication
- Document simple step‑by‑step guides or FAQs to support users
Ideal Skills & Qualities:
- Comfortable with basic IT concepts and problem‑solving
- Patient, supportive, and clear when teaching others
- Organized and able to explain technical concepts in simple terms
- Dependable and responsive
What Volunteers Gain:
- Real‑world IT support experience suitable for help desk, tech support, or IT administration pathways
- Strengthened troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills
- Experience creating/understanding user guides, support materials, and technical documentation
- Insight into how nonprofits manage systems and support remote teams