Volunteer Coordinator

Description/ Expectations

We are looking for an outgoing, highly organized individual to be responsible for the recruitment, retention and recognition of Roses & Rosemary volunteers working towards the ultimate goal of building a strong volunteer program which keeps our volunteers engaged.

Tasks Include

·         Actively recruiting new volunteers through volunteer posting sites, social networking sites, referrals.

·         Keeping postings on Roses & Rosemary site and outside sites updated.

·         Monitoring email account and respond to volunteer interest and questions.

·         Reviewing volunteer applications and resumes to match volunteer skills and interests with a role.

·         Interviewing and reference checking volunteers for certain positions.

·         Developing and maintaining a volunteer database.

·         Delivering on boarding materials to new volunteers and holding orientations when necessary.

·         Training volunteers.

·         Creating Special Event Teams for 1-2 Roses & Rosemary events per year.

·         Preparing yearly report on volunteer activity.

·         Volunteer acknowledgement and recognition.

Tasks in the future could include

·         Developing a comprehensive, year round recruitment, retention and training program

·         Creating approaches to keep our volunteers engaged and committed to the organization

·         Brainstorming new and exciting ways to recruit volunteers

·         Reviewing our current volunteer program and suggesting ways to increase effectiveness

Skills:

·         Out going personality a must!

·         Excellent organizational and communication skills

·         Experience running volunteer programs desired

·         Experience reviewing volunteer apps and resume and determining where their skills and wants are a good fit would be ideal

·         Experience in coordinating volunteers in a virtual environment a plus

Time Involved:

5-10 hours per month

Last updated: 6/5/09