Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Program Coordinator will assist in the build-out of a corporate engagement volunteer program and then lead in the execution of 8-12 large-group corporate volunteer projects throughout the course of the year. The Volunteer Coordinator will report to the Vice President for Special Events and sit on the External Affairs Team. The position will work across all programs of the organization, identifying group volunteer needs and then collaborating to create ideal experiences that benefit both the volunteers and Heartshare programs.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:

• Work with the Vice President for Special Events, the HR team and various Program Directors to identify projects and sites appropriate for volunteer groups.

• Build out a matrix of volunteer opportunities based on type of activity, number of volunteers and project budget.

• Coordinate, schedule, plan and implement all projects that involve corporate groups who are volunteering time. Goal is to run 8-12 successful projects throughout course of year.

• Provide hands on site supervision to volunteers on activities ensuring that they have what they need to make the event a success.

• Monitor and ensure volunteer engagement, productivity, compliance and status of work assignments.

• Identify potential new corporate partners and find appropriate point of contacts within organization for outreach.

• Brainstorm and strategize custom event opportunities with corporate partners.

• Build relationships with other NY-based nonprofits. Co-create unique and attractive corporate volunteer opportunities.

• Working with Marketing Team to plan for and capture content around each engagement. Goal is to turn video and photo footage into sharable assets for both corporate partners and HeartShare digital channels.

• Recruit corporate and individual volunteers for all events and fundraisers.

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college Required

• 1-3 years of relevant experience; demonstrated ability to work well and collaborate with others.

• Possess a fundamental understanding and knowledge of volunteer management.

• Strong time and project management skills. Ability to multitask projects and timelines at once.

• Ability to provide both oral and written communication.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

• Ability to engage in critical thinking skills that allow for prioritizing issues, coordinating multiple projects and problem solve.

• Experience working with Microsoft 365 Product Suite as well as familiarity with project management products (such as Monday.com, Canva, etc.)

Benefits

At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect:

• Rewarding Work in a team environment.

• Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.

• 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).

• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

• Tuition Assistance Program.

• Professional Development opportunities.

• Wellhub Discount

• Verizon Wireless Discount.

• BJs Membership discount.

• Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [email protected].

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