Community Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator

Jannus•Boise, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Planning and implementing promotional strategies and fundraising for all Agency for New Americans programs is a core responsibility of this position. A substantial part of this communication and outreach work includes creating content and designing promotional materials for target audiences, as well as executing social media campaigns on a variety of web-based platforms. The Community Outreach Specialist also helps develop collaborative relationships with Treasure Valley area neighborhood organizations. The position is also responsible for managing all aspects of the agency’s volunteer and intern program.

Requirements

Genuine interest and support of Jannus’ commitment to a workplace culture grounded in respect, teamwork, equal opportunity, and mission effectiveness by fostering productive working relationships and professional conduct.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans
Coordinate and manage fundraising events and campaigns
Train and support volunteers in fundraising activities
Demonstrated ability with social media marketing and promotional strategies
Superior social media outreach strategies
Ability to work under pressure, organize work assignments, set priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to be flexible and adaptable in order to contribute to problem-solving activities within a growing, changing organization
Ability to act in a tactful and diplomatic manner and work on sensitive issues with diverse groups of individuals
Previous experience in event planning and coordination
Proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns
Analyze fundraising data and adjust strategies as needed
Driver’s license is required

Responsibilities

Focuses on increasing, broadening and deepening program participation, as well as making the public aware of Agency for New Americans programs
Works with the Program Administration to plan, promote and present all of Agency for New Americans programs
Develops strategies for the promotion of Agency for New Americans programs including identifying target audiences and the most effective methods of reaching them
Maintains and updates the Agency for New Americans website
Utilizes social media to reach target audiences, distributes direct mail and email promotions, and develops other web-based promotions
Cultivates and maintains relationships with local and regional community stakeholders and partners
Develops ANA yearly events calendar and works with ANA AD and volunteers to organize fundraising events and logistics
Analyzes previous events data and improve fundraising efforts
Identifies potential new sources of support from individuals, community organizations, corporations and foundations
Creates and maintains compelling presentations for stakeholders
Enhances the ability of the agency to holistically serve refugee clients
Increases the community’s awareness and support of the refugee resettlement and creates more resettlement advocates and donors
Manage and promote ANA’s Volunteer and Intern Program; recruit, screen, interview, assign duties, supervise
Manage and improve existing policy and procedure packet for all volunteers
Develop job descriptions for all volunteer and internship positions
Conduct an orientation for all new volunteers and interns
Train existing volunteers for various positions
Coordinate volunteer assignments and activities with staff to promote the goals of the resettlement program
Maintain volunteer database and ensure accurate record-keeping of volunteers’ activities and hours