Director of Recruiting (Volunteer)

Director of Recruiting (Volunteer)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote on East Coast United Statess

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.

The Volunteer Director of Recruiting will play a pivotal role in expanding our mentorship programs by attracting, engaging, and onboarding qualified volunteers. This leadership position requires a passionate individual who is committed to our mission and has a knack for connecting with people.

Responsibilities:

• Develop Recruitment Strategies: Create and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of volunteers.
• Outreach Activities: Organize and participate in community outreach events, information sessions, and volunteer fairs to promote mentorship opportunities.
• Screening and Interviewing: Oversee the screening and interviewing process for potential volunteers to ensure they align with our values and mission.
• Training and Onboarding: Collaborate with team members to create training materials and onboarding processes for new volunteers.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate records of applicants and volunteers in our recruitment database.
• Collaboration: Partner with other departments to understand volunteer needs and align recruitment efforts with organizational goals.
• Reporting: Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to the leadership team on progress and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Passion for Mentorship: A strong commitment to the mission of Mentor a Promise and a desire to make a positive impact in the community.
• Experience in managing recruiting processes and team
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, with attention to detail.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with a team and independently.

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.