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4 people are interested
Internship - Volunteer Coordination
ORGANIZATION: Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
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4 people are interested
Volunteer Coordination interns works closely with all areas of Appalachian Wild to ensure volunteer needs are fulfilled and maintained. They play an extensive role in the recruitment, engagement and retention of the volunteer base. Training will be provided to familiarize with the organization, team, and facility. Interns are required to commit to a 4-5 month internship period working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
More opportunities with Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Location:
Facility is not open to the public, Candler, NC 28776, US
Mission Statement
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that coordinates wildlife rehabilitation efforts in Western North Carolina by providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife, supporting the wildlife rehabilitation network, and offering conservation education to the community.
Description
Appalachian Wild was formed in 2014 to help with the increasing number of native wild animals in crisis in our region. Partnering with local home-based wildlife rehabilitators and specialized facilities, the organization provides rescue, triage, transport, and education. The wildlife rehabilitation facility opened in July 2018 and is expected to serve over 2,000 animals annually. The organization is a community resource to help our native wildlife and give them a second chance at life in the wild.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Provided for interviewFacility is closed to the publicCandler, NC 28715
DATE POSTED
August 28, 2019
SKILLS
- Recruiting
- Group Facilitation
- CSR / Volunteer Coordination
- Community Outreach
- Microsoft Office Suite
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Some aspects of this position can be completed remotely. However, presence at the Appalachian Wild facility will often be necessary to assist with volunteer related activities.
- Ability to give direction and instruction on projects or tasks. Ability to manage volunteers. Should be comfortable with email, excel, and word.