WHO WE ARE SEARCHING FOR:

Volunteer Strathcona is seeking an individual who is passionate about the social well-being of our community, and who is looking for an opportunity to use their interpersonal, technical, and administrative skills to contribute to our work supporting the voluntary sector in Strathcona County.

WHAT WE DO:

Since 1976, Volunteer Strathcona has been a champion of volunteers and community organizations throughout Strathcona County. Our mission is to connect people to their community by promoting, enhancing and growing volunteerism in Strathcona County.

WHAT YOUR ROLE WOULD LOOK LIKE:

As our Volunteer and Administrative Coordinator, you will report to our Executive Director and will be responsible for:

• Exploring the interests and skills of volunteers to help match them with volunteer opportunities.
• First point of contact for Strathcona County residents looking to volunteer or access services, including phone, email, in-person, and social media contacts.
• Overseeing applications and screening of volunteers matched with Volunteer Strathcona’s direct delivery programs; supporting our volunteers with orientation/training, scheduling, tracking hours, and mentorship in their roles.
• Coordinating applications from Strathcona County residents seeking assistance from our direct delivery programs and supporting the development of relationships between those residents and volunteers.
• Coordinating equipment loans to organizations through our We Care We Share program.
• Administration of various databases, such as Better Impact and Volunteer Connector
• Along with the rest of the team, you will participate in community events on behalf of Volunteer Strathcona.
• Working with the rest of the team to update and review Volunteer Strathcona programs, initiatives, procedures, and documentation.
• General administrative and office duties as required.
• Note: due to the nature of our work, we work in-office full-time

You will have a frontline role in making a difference for non-profits, other community organizations and volunteers throughout Strathcona County.

• You will be part of a small team of staff who are passionate about volunteerism and building community, and who enjoy a casual, friendly work environment