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ORGANIZATION: The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
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Purpose: Assist the Volunteer Management team to implement the regional volunteer workforce recruitment plan.
Responsibilities:
- Leads/assists in the development and implementation of volunteer workforce recruitment activities.
- Recruits volunteers for all lines of service and departments.
- Meets with Volunteer Management team to determine targeted recruitment needs in the region.
- Proactively recruits new volunteers for general and specific volunteer opportunities.
- Recruits current volunteers for new opportunities and leadership positions.
- Researches outreach events and fairs. Reaches out to community groups to set up recruitment presentations.
- Plans and carries out recruitment events in communities served by the region, for both identified partner groups and open-call interest meetings.
- Promotes volunteer opportunities at community events.
- Advertises and markets for open-call events.
- Assists new volunteers with initial online intake steps (i.e. submitting their online application).
Qualifications:
- Broad understanding of the American Red Cross and its opportunities for volunteer service.
- Enthusiastic about Red Cross mission and programs.
- Recruiting experience OR the ability to effectively communicate Red Cross mission and activities in a manner that is both attractive and realistic.
Length of Appointment: Six months, renewable
Development Opportunities:
- The Volunteer Recruiter receives support, guidance, and encouragement from the Volunteer Management Team.
- He or she has access to relevant learning opportunities and materials that prepare for and support this role.
- Orientation to the American Red Cross
- On-the-job training from supervisor
- Volunteer Connection Orientation
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About The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
Location:
2201 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
430 Johnson Rd.Washington, PA 15301
DATE POSTED
October 25, 2019
SKILLS
- Human Resources Recruitment
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Recruiting
- Networking
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours per week - Flexible