Director of Volunteers

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Mission:

The Baby Pantry is to support the raising of healthy and happy children to build a stronger community in the years to come.

Purpose:

The Baby Pantry is a non-profit organization that relies on the dedication of our volunteers to help us achieve our mission. We are currently seeking a Director of Volunteers to lead, develop, and oversee all aspects of our volunteer program. The ideal candidate will have experience managing and coordinating volunteers, as well as a passion for our cause. He or she will be responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers, as well as developing and implementing volunteer policies and procedures. The Director of Volunteers will also be responsible for tracking and reporting volunteer hours, and identifying opportunities for volunteer engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a system to track all volunteers, volunteer roles, and associated hours
• Create and manage the annual budget for the Volunteer Program
• Develop and oversee orientation and training programs for new volunteers
• Work with staff to identify opportunities for volunteer involvement
• Write and place volunteer job descriptions
• Recruit, interview, and place volunteers in appropriate positions
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of each volunteer in their role
• Recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers
• Advocate for the needs of volunteers within the organization
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and the community
• Keep abreast of trends and developments in the field of volunteer management
• Attend local, state, and national conferences related to volunteerism

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 5+ years experience managing volunteers in a nonprofit setting
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful volunteer recruitment and retention strategies
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Docs

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field
• 7+ years experience managing volunteers in a nonprofit setting
• Experience with volunteer management software, such as VolunteerHub or eVolunteer
• Familiarity with social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS