Manages the Volunteer Ministry, identifies and plans strategies and enhancements, and coordinates ongoing improvements
Reports To:
Director of Development
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Manages the recruitment, selection and training of volunteers. Develops and coordinates volunteer recognition and retention practices.
Develops and cultivates "Vocational Volunteer Relationships" to support the Mission's new strategy, "Remote Volunteer-led Vocational Training Programs".
Coordinates:
Identification and qualification of volunteer vocational trainers
Identification of training sites for the training programs
Development of training materials
The interface with other Wake County agencies that refer students or otherwise support these training programs
Cultivates Mission donors (financial donors, in-kind donors, volunteers, prayer warriors) as opportunities arise, yielding deeper relationships and greater Mission support.
Promptly processes volunteer service inquiries; includes but not limited to qualifying individuals and groups for volunteer service and determining appropriate volunteer service placements.
Facilitates the identification of volunteer service opportunities and associated requirements in collaboration with Mission staff. Develops and manages documented role descriptions for all volunteer services.
Schedules volunteers based on volunteer placement, Mission staff needs and agreements. Coordinates the communication of volunteer service schedules within the Mission.
Coordinates the aspects of the Mission's Holiday events that are assigned to this position.
Manages the "In-Kind Giving" program; cultivating donors whenever possible.
Coordinates ongoing Volunteer Ministry publicity and awareness communications. Oversees the creation and use of all volunteer ministry support materials, including brochures, fliers, etc.
Conducts community presentations on the Mission, its ministries, and gives RRM tours.
Maintains and improves the documentation system reflecting all appropriate aspects and processes of the Mission's Volunteer Ministry
Job Skills & Requirements:
High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience preferably in the non-profit sector
A good understanding of non-profit development
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays
Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative leadership style; the ability to foster communication and teamwork.
Highly creative, strategic thinker with a heart for ministry service
Ability to work independently with little supervision. Excellent planning, administrative & organizational skills, time management efficiency and careful attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely and effectively engage audiences
Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office products with emphasis on word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, publication and contact management software competencies