Coordinator of Volunteers

Role Description The Coordinator of Volunteers is a part-time, remote role responsible for organizing and supporting volunteer activities across programs and initiatives. This role involves recruiting and onboarding volunteers, scheduling assignments, and ensuring volunteers have the resources and information needed to perform effectively. The Coordinator will design and deliver volunteer training, maintain accurate records, and monitor engagement and retention. Day-to-day tasks include communicating with volunteers and staff via email and virtual meetings, coordinating community outreach efforts, and addressing questions or concerns in a timely and professional manner. The role also includes tracking metrics, preparing brief reports on volunteer participation, and recommending improvements to volunteer processes and experiences. Qualifications • Demonstrated experience in Volunteer Management and Volunteer Training, including coordinating roles, onboarding, and support. • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills to collaborate effectively with diverse volunteers, staff, and community partners. • Background in Community Outreach, with the ability to build relationships and represent the organization in a professional manner. • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple volunteer schedules and priorities in a remote environment. • Proficiency with basic office and collaboration tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, video conferencing, volunteer databases or CRM systems). • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality and professionalism. • Prior experience coordinating volunteers or working in nonprofit, community, or service-focused settings is preferred. • Relevant education or training in social sciences, nonprofit management, community development, or a related field is an asset. Show more Show less Role Description The Coordinator of Volunteers is a part-time, remote role responsible for organizing and supporting volunteer activities across programs and initiatives. This role involves recruiting and onboarding volunteers, scheduling assignments, and ensuring volunteers have the resources and information needed to perform effectively. The Coordinator will design and deliver volunteer training, maintain accurate records, and monitor engagement and retention. Day-to-day tasks include communicating with volunteers and staff via email and virtual meetings, coordinating community outreach efforts, and addressing questions or concerns in a timely and professional manner. The role also includes tracking metrics, preparing brief reports on volunteer participation, and recommending improvements to volunteer processes and experiences. Qualifications • Demonstrated experience in Volunteer Management and Volunteer Training, including coordinating roles, onboarding, and support. • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills to collaborate effectively with diverse volunteers, staff, and community partners. • Background in Community Outreach, with the ability to build relationships and represent the organization in a professional manner. • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple volunteer schedules and priorities in a remote environment. • Proficiency with basic office and collaboration tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, video conferencing, volunteer databases or CRM systems). • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality and professionalism. • Prior experience coordinating volunteers or working in nonprofit, community, or service-focused settings is preferred. • Relevant education or training in social sciences, nonprofit management, community development, or a related field is an asset. Show more Show less