Volunteer Coordinator

Job Overview

We are seeking an organized and proactive Volunteer Coordinator to support the development and coordination of volunteer programs within our organization. This role focuses on volunteer recruitment, scheduling, training, communication, and program administration to help ensure that volunteer activities run smoothly and meet organizational goals.

The successful candidate will have strong communication, organizational, and project coordination skills, along with an interest in community engagement and volunteer program development. This is a paid position offering the opportunity to contribute to community initiatives while working collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

- Volunteer Recruitment and Onboarding: Coordinate volunteer recruitment activities, communicate available opportunities, conduct interviews where appropriate, and assist with onboarding new volunteers.
- Volunteer Coordination: Organize volunteer schedules, assign tasks, and communicate role expectations to support program needs.
- Training and Development: Coordinate training sessions, workshops, and educational activities to help volunteers understand their responsibilities and perform their roles effectively.
- Volunteer Support: Provide guidance and ongoing communication to volunteers, helping address questions and supporting a positive and collaborative environment.
- Program Promotion and Outreach: Assist with outreach initiatives, promotional materials, social media content, and community events to increase awareness of volunteer opportunities.
- Community Engagement: Build and maintain skilled relationships with volunteers, staff members, and community partners to support program participation.
- Data Collection and Reporting: Track volunteer participation, service hours, training completion, and feedback to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Administrative Support: Maintain accurate volunteer records, schedules, databases,



and activity reports in accordance with organizational procedures.
- Presentations and Public Speaking: Deliver presentations and share information about volunteer programs at community events, meetings, or other outreach activities.
- Program Coordination: Assist with planning, implementing, and reviewing volunteer initiatives to improve engagement and support organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Skills

- Experience in volunteer coordination, program administration, community outreach, project coordination, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience supervising, mentoring, or coordinating teams is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with volunteer recruitment, community outreach, social media, or promotional activities.
- Ability to organize training sessions and communicate information clearly to diverse groups.
- Experience maintaining records, managing schedules, working with databases, or preparing reports.
- Basic data collection and reporting skills, with the ability to organize feedback and identify opportunities for program improvement.
- Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers, colleagues, and community partners.
- A proactive, dependable, and professional approach to supporting community programs.

Work Environment The Volunteer Coordinator works with staff, volunteers, and community partners to support effective volunteer engagement and program delivery. The position requires regular communication, administrative coordination, and participation in outreach and training activities. This is a paid position. Employment details, including compensation, work schedule, and location, will be provided as part of the hiring process.

Pay: $18.32-$32.72 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Volunteer Coordinator (Canada)
🏢 Shreenathji Canada Society
📍 Canada