What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Engagement Specialist position at National Audubon Society?
Overview:
">The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats.
">We have over 700 staff working across the hemisphere and more than 1.5 million active supporters.
">As a leading environmental organization, we work tirelessly to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on bird conservation and the health of our environment.
">Job Summary:
">This part-time, year-round position will work with the Audubon Delta team in Mississippi to grow and maintain a grassroots group of volunteers focused on coastal bird conservation.
">Key responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers, managing the volunteer application process, and cultivating relationships with local communities.
">Responsibilities:
">- Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers for a growing coastal bird stewardship program
- Manage the volunteer application process and maintenance of volunteer records
- Actively recruit with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, making connections with local underrepresented communities
- Expand the volunteer program by recruiting new volunteers and cultivating relationships with current volunteers through regular individualized communication
Requirements:
">- Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of professional experience supporting outreach, education, development, marketing/communications
- Experience working with, coordinating, and training volunteers
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people, familiarity with local communities in coastal Mississippi preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.
">For more information, please visit our website at www.audubon.org.
