Volunteer Coordinator

May 15, 2020 | job-post

Application Deadline

July 01, 2020

Your responsibilities will include;

Work with Tunza Sports ‘Internal Management’ Team
Work with management to develop a comprehensive volunteer needs assessment
Tracks volunteers, and records skills, performance, availability, and scheduling
Develops a volunteer manual for internal use that provides information and guidelines for staff
Schedules volunteers into calendar events
Contacts volunteers to confirm their availability
Works to keep volunteers properly informed on changes and new projects
Ensures proper background checks are preformed to comply with handling children
Ensures volunteers are properly trained in their area of service
Design, promote, and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the organization
Survey staff regularly to assess needs for volunteer assistance
Develop and manage volunteer policies, procedures, and standards of volunteer service
Organize and participate in volunteer recognition programs and special events
Maintain accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteers
Work with Marketing and Public Relations and professional associations to publicize opportunities for volunteers
Provide ongoing support and guidance for volunteers
Act as a single point of contact for communications for volunteers
Confer with volunteers to resolve grievances and promote cooperation and interest
Facilitate distribution of information relevant to volunteers

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of best practices in volunteer coordination
Recruiting, screening, and training experience
Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative work environment
Minimum 3 years of program coordination and project management experience
Minimum 1 year of working with the public in formal and informal setting
Demonstrated ability to communicate, motivate and lead
Have excellent oral and written skills
Demonstrated customer service skills
Able to develop and manage complex projects and budgets within guidelines
Able to work both independently and in cross-functional teams and solve problems creatively
Outstanding organizational & time management skills
Experience with program evaluation
Excellent computer skills including excel, word processing and database management
Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to see change as an opportunity rather than an obstacle

Demonstrated capability to conduct one’s self in a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with difficult situations
Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff and volunteers
Willingness to adjust hours to accommodate the needs of the job
Ability to effectively manage a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities
Ability to work productively in an unstructured environment with frequent interruptions