Volunteer Opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Identify volunteer resource needs for department and participate in the Volunteer Needs Assessment process.
• Be knowledgeable about standard tables of organization and position descriptions developed by National Headquarters.
• Share information and feedback on the regional volunteer recruitment plan.
• Support a process where department interviews and accepts or rejects the volunteer referral withing seven days by the volunteer supervisor.
• Provide guidance and tools for the volunteer supervisors to effectively manage the tasks necessary for the position.
• Provide coaching and guidance that supports supervisors in creating a healthy environment for the volunteers to excel in their role.
• Provide specific feedback to all the volunteer supervisors to improve and grow. Coordinates process and resources with the Volunteer Services Volunteer Engagement Lead.

Qualifications

• Reliable access to resources needed to volunteer 100% virtually
• Enthusiastic about Red Cross mission and programs
• Proven leadership in nonprofit or for-profit organizations
• Cultural sensitivity to diverse audiences
• Knowledge and understanding of Red Cross services and operations and opportunities for volunteer service
• Work well both individually and with others
• Relevant, complementary management and/or technical skills/operational experience
• Relationship building skills working collaboratively with staff partners as well as board members, senior management, and other volunteer partners as needed
• Understand the value of volunteers and provide leadership and support to ensure volunteers are productive and have a mutually rewarding experience

Training

Refer to the Onboarding and Training Plan for the most up to date training requirements.