Volunteer Coordinator - Provisional
About The Position
Norwescap is a 60-year-old anti-poverty organization with a mission to strengthen communities by creating opportunities that improve the lives of low-income individuals and families. Our vision is to help build a community that transforms poverty into opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established, highly respected nonprofit organization that supports over 30,000 individuals and families each year and helps to create opportunities and positive change in communities throughout Northwestern New Jersey. Norwescap is seeking a Provisional Volunteer Coordinator responsible for developing, leading and expanding volunteer opportunities for seniors 55 and older to support organizational goals, focusing on recruiting, training, and retaining Volunteer members. Cultivate and maintain relationships with external organizations to support engagement and volunteer needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Strong Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail and Multi-tasking
- Market and communication
- Problem Solving and critical thinking, as well as being flexible and team oriented
- Experience working with Senior Adults (55+)
- Volunteer Management Skills
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree preferred
- Some experience managing volunteers preferred
Responsibilities
- Recruit and work with older adult volunteers for the RSVP program
- Secure community nonprofit volunteer stations (includes recruitment, presentations, etc.)
- Create, maintain, and enhance relationships with nonprofits, volunteer stations, volunteers, and community partners
- Conduct periodic site visits to the volunteer stations to ensure compliance
- Recruit other volunteers as needed for program operations
- Conduct new volunteer orientation and volunteer placements at nonprofit volunteer stations
- Develop and coordinate Advisory Council
- Coordinate community engagement activities for volunteers (events, outings, trainings, etc.)
- Volunteer administration (background checks, mileage tracking, and reimbursements)
- Organize and provide volunteer recognition
- Attend/participate in community meetings/events/conferences, including conducting presentations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
