Position Title:                        Coordinator of Volunteer Development

Date of Posting;                    November 7, 2023

Closing Date:                        November 21, 2023

Classification:                       Program Coordinator 2, Grid Level 12 ($32.79 - $37.64)

Reports to:                             Program Manager

Hours of Work:                      Permanent Part-time. 21 hours/week.

Hours include evenings and weekends.

Summary:

The coordinator of volunteer Development is responsible for marketing volunteer opportunities, ensuring effective recruitment and screening of volunteers, matching volunteers to a range of opportunities across the organization and supporting individual volunteer development over time.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement marketing strategies for recruiting volunteers according to established targets.
• Ensure effective recruitment, screening and interviewing of potential volunteers for all programs.
• Promote public awareness of and interest in Chimo volunteer programs and opportunities to the community.
• Work with program coordinators to identify and develop new volunteer opportunities within the organization.
• Develop an organizational-wide coaching program to meet the needs of all volunteers based services.
• Identify unique talents and skills among current volunteers and support volunteer development across the range of opportunities throughout the organization.
• Create and maintain volunteer retention strategies, including workshops, social events, long service recognition, and newsletter.

Qualifications:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in training, coaching, and supporting others.
• Extensive experience in marketing and program promotions.
• One to three years of experience in supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and volunteers in a team environment.
• Ability to work effectively with community organizations.
• Demonstrated success in working well with individuals from diverse backgrounds.