Volunteer Coordinator

We are looking for a competent Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and manage volunteers. You will be responsible for allocating responsibilities and retaining the best people. It takes a competent leader to succeed in this profession. You should know how to distinguish talent and do everything possible to motivate and inspire. You must possess excellent organizational skills and ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experience. The goal is to ensure that our organization is always staffed with the best and most reliable individuals, and that they are correctly utilized for the fulfillment of our mission. $20/hour pay.

• Source and recruit volunteers through various techniques (databases, e-mail, social media, etc.). Collect information on availabilities and skills. Arrange for attending orientation, & appropriate training when needed. Produce schedules for everyday activities. Assign responsibilities to the right people for day to day staff coverage, community meetings, activities, & special events. Coordinate teams of volunteers for large-scale actions. Communicate frequently with volunteers to ensure they are satisfied and well-placed. Disseminate information for upcoming actions and events. Keep detailed records of volunteers’ information, assignments, data, & outcomes. Ensure the purpose of the organization and its actions is clearly communicated

• Has lived in, and/or worked in North Lawndale (or west side). Proven experience as operations director or similar position. Experience in volunteering. Experience in recruiting through various channels. Working knowledge of databases, social media, & MS Office (especially Excel). Able to communicate effectively with diverse people. Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities. A pleasant, outgoing personality. BSc/BA in business administration, human resources, social studies or relevant field will be appreciated.