HR Training & Development Specialist (Volunteer)

HR Training & Development Specialist (Volunteer)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote (with potential NYC-based collaboration)

Type: Volunteer

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting students ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, and creative expression, we create safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to grow, thrive, and succeed. We believe every child deserves a promise kept — and we work every day to make that promise real.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Volunteer HR Training & Development Specialist to design and deliver onboarding, training, and professional development opportunities for MAP’s growing team of volunteers and staff. This role will ensure that every team member is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to thrive and contribute effectively. The ideal candidate has experience in HR learning and development, strong facilitation skills, and a passion for building capacity in mission-driven organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and update onboarding programs for new staff and volunteers
• Develop training modules in areas such as trauma-informed practices, DEI, nonprofit operations, and youth engagement
• Facilitate live or virtual training sessions and workshops
• Create self-guided training resources, handbooks, and learning materials
• Collaborate with program and HR teams to assess training needs and customize content
• Track participation and evaluate training effectiveness with feedback and assessments
• Support leadership in building long-term learning and development strategies

Requirements

• Experience in HR training, learning and development, or education (volunteer or professional)
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to create engaging training content for diverse audiences
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Drive) and virtual training platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, or similar)
• Commitment to MAP’s mission and values

Preferred Skills

• Experience designing curriculum or workshops for nonprofits, education, or youth programs
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, equity-centered, and culturally responsive training practices
• Familiarity with instructional design tools or e-learning platforms
• HR certification or training in learning & development (SHRM, ATD, or similar)

What You’ll Gain

• Experience designing and delivering training programs for a growing nonprofit
• Opportunities to strengthen skills in facilitation, curriculum design, and HR development
• Collaboration with a mission-driven and passionate leadership team
• A portfolio of training modules and resources demonstrating impact in the nonprofit sector
• Letters of recommendation and professional references for future opportunities

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through Idealist.

For any additional questions or concerns, please email us directly at hr@mentorapromise.org

Help us build the learning and development systems that empower MAP’s volunteers and staff to deliver mentorship, education, and hope for NYC youth.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, our volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals who are based in the United States. This limitation is due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements associated with our work. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.