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Make a Difference as a Special Olympics NC Local Coordinator or Committee Member

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ORGANIZATION: Special Olympics North Carolina

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Special Olympics North Carolina is looking for a dedicated Local Program Coordinator in Pender County to help bring sports training and competition opportunities to athletes with intellectual disabilities. This leadership role is essential in managing and growing local programs by organizing events, recruiting and supporting volunteers, and ensuring every local athlete has a chance to shine.

What You’ll Do:
  • Oversee local Special Olympics NC activities, including training, competitions, and fundraising
  • Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and local committee members
  • Ensure compliance with Special Olympics NC policies and maintain athlete records
  • Plan and report on local program activities and budgets
  • Serve as the key liaison between your community and Special Olympics NC
What We’re Looking For:
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Experience in nonprofit or sports organizations is a plus
  • Ability to manage volunteers and delegate effectively
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid NC Driver’s License
Time Committment:

1-2 days per week as needed, dependent on the SONC events schedule.

Looking for Something Less Time-Intensive?

Join one of the local Special Olympics NC committees! We need folks to lend their talents to a number of key committees that keep SONC running smoothly. Committees include:

  • Finance
  • Fundraising
  • Community Outreach
  • Fitness & Coaching
  • Health Services
  • School Liaison
    ...and many more
Why Volunteer?

This is a chance to make a lasting impact on athletes, families, and the community. You’ll receive training, support, and the opportunity to lead a thriving program that changes lives through the power of sports.

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About Special Olympics North Carolina

Location:

2200 Gateway Centre Boulevard, Suite 201, Morrisville, NC 27650, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round athletic training and sports competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families and other Special Olympics athletes and the community. We provide opportunities for athletes and volunteers throughout the state of North Carolina. If you'd like to donate to Special Olympics NC please use this link: https://bit.ly/390XlyV

Description

Volunteer-driven, non-profit organization

CAUSE AREAS

Community
People with Disabilities
Sports & Recreation
Community, People with Disabilities, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

NC 28411

(34.31347,-77.7681)
 

SKILLS

  • Administrative Support
  • Group Facilitation
  • Management
  • Fundraising
  • Organization

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 1 day/week matching your schedule
  • Detail-oriented, Leadership, Willingness to Learn, Patience, Flexibility

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