The Volunteer Program Coordinator (VPC) plans, organizes and implements the volunteer program in order to serve the needs and opportunities of the awareness, fundraising, communications and administrative programs in order to achieve DiaLeb's goals. The VPC provides leadership and direction to a large number of volunteers and works cooperatively with staff, members, as well as partner organizations and businesses, and promotes outreach among the diverse populations of Lebanon. The VPC is supervised by DiaLeb’s President and Managing Director and works closely with the events coordinator and supervises over 100 volunteers.
Responsibilities
- Develop annual volunteer plan which provides support for the DiaLeb’s awareness, fundraising, communications, membership services and administrative operations.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive volunteer recruitment program to meet the needs identified in the annual volunteer program plan. Maintain the volunteer data base and an inventory of volunteer needs for DiaLeb’s programs, matching skills and abilities to projects; track and report on volunteer projects and hours contributed.
- Work with DiaLeb staff to develop volunteer job descriptions, orientation and training programs for current projects. Identify and develop new volunteer initiatives. Develop volunteer evaluation procedures and recognition system. Train volunteers on the fundamentals of working with, and supervising, groups of volunteers.
- Coordinate the publication and mailing of a volunteer newsletter to all volunteers in the database. In addition, create, edit and publish a newsletter to proactively communicate internal. Include recognition of volunteers' efforts in publications.
- Assist in the cultivation of potential funding sources for the volunteer program and its activities; develop and monitor volunteer program budget.
- Coordinate volunteer needs for special events, including site and program logistics and volunteer participation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements / Education and Experience:
- Two years successful experience in volunteer management, preferably with non-profit organization.
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills, teamwork orientation, and ability to motivate wide range of people. Sensitivity to issues of cultural diversity.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated writing ability and some public speaking experience.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate and manage projects; strong organizational and administrative skills. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Word-processing proficiency, preferably in Microsoft Word. Experience in Excel and Access, as well as database management experience preferred.
- Willingness to travel within the country and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to learn about, commit to, and educate others on the organization's mission.
Skills
- Verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English is a must
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Planning and organizing skills
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative / vision
- Reliability
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