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Volunteer Engagement Associate

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Detroit, MI, USA
Full-time

The Volunteer Engagement Associate will assist with the planning, management and execution of corporate and individual engagement opportunities.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Help coordinate an ongoing program of recruitment, interviewing, training, referral, placement, and recognition of volunteers.
  • Fulfill team leader responsibilities which include pre-project planning, day of project management and post project follow-up.
  • Communicate and follow-up with monitor and retain corporate accounts.  Engage in project planning, communications and leading teams.
  • Assist the Volunteer Engagement Manager with volunteer recruitment and communications and website management.
  • Help match individuals and groups with volunteer opportunities.
  • Support the planning and execution of Learn United Tours.
  • Help recruit groups and individuals for scheduled engagement opportunities.  Assist in the planning, management, and execution of the National Days of Service program.
  • Maintain records of volunteers, and prepare reports on volunteer programs.
  • Manage volunteer project supply ordering and inventory.
Educational Background: 
A bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, social sciences, community organizing or a related field
Skills/Experience: 
  • Good organizational and project management skills
  • Strong communication and public speaking skills
  • Ability to assist with the planning, development, and implementation of project plans
  • Comfortable working with a diverse population, exhibiting cultural sensitivity

Acquired Knowledge:

  • A minimum of 6 months to one year of experience (including an internship) in volunteer services, community relations, project management or a related field
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Internet usage
Job Function: 

Organization Info

United Way Worldwide

Overview
Headquarters: 
Alexandria, VA, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1934
About Us
Mission: 

United Way improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.

United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. We win by living United. By forging unlikely partnerships. By finding new solutions to old problems. By mobilizing the best resources. And by inspiring individuals to join the fight against their community's most daunting social crises.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jun 2 2018
Active Until: 
Jul 2 2018
Hiring Organization: 
United Way Worldwide
industry: 
Nonprofit