Volunteer Coordinator

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Job Purpose

• To provide administrative support to the organization’s management
• To assist with the recruitment, retention, recognition of the organization’s volunteers.

Distinguishing Features of the position

This position requires advanced communication skills, both written and oral. Must be self-motivated, passionate about the mission of the organization, well organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple tasks. Projects pleasant and efficient characteristics and works well with others.

Responsibilities and duties

• Recruiting, training, and supervising new volunteers.
• Collecting volunteer information, availability, and skills, and maintaining an up-to-date database.
• Using marketing tools such as outreach programs, e-mails, and volunteer databases.
• Keeping new and existing volunteers informed about the organization and volunteer opportunities.
• Matching volunteers to opportunities that suit their skill sets, and ensuring they understand their responsibilities and receive the proper training.
• Organizing training and leading on-the-job training.
• Keeping schedules and records of volunteers' work.

Work Experience, Skills, and Knowledge, Person

• Passion for community development and human services
• Previous experience in an administrative role is an asset
• Previous work in a nonprofit organization is preferred but not required
• Problem-solving capabilities, strong organizational and time management skills
• A high degree of computer literacy
• Research skills preferred but not required
• Good interpersonal skills, Personable and enthusiastic
• Interested in learning and developing new skills
• Able to show initiative and work without close supervision
• Good attention to detail
• Proactive, resourceful, and organized
• Sensitive and diplomatic
• Strong team player and collaborative working style
• Reliable and flexible and willing to take on a range of tasks