HR Specialist

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Calgary is seeking an HR Specialist committed to enhancing volunteer management efforts. You will lead recruitment, onboarding, and daily coordination with volunteers. Ideal candidates are organized and passionate about community service, possessing strong HR experience and interpersonal skills. This role offers flexible scheduling and provides the chance to impact the community positively through structured volunteer engagement.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid/remote opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, volunteer management, or nonprofit administration.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead volunteer recruitment through job postings, outreach, and interviews.
• Develop and oversee onboarding processes for volunteers.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and ensure compliance.

Skills

HR Management

Strategic Planning

Volunteer Engagement

Tools

Google Workspace

HR management tools

Job description

Skills required HR Management Strategic Planning Volunteer Engagement

• Work remotely
• Good for youth

HR Specialist

4-6 hours/ weekly

Ongoing

Wings of Hope for Africa Foundation is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to reducing poverty and empowering communities through food security, youth empowerment, and community development initiatives. We are seeking an HR Specialist to lead our volunteer recruitment and management efforts, helping us strengthen our team and expand our impact in Calgary and beyond.The HR Specialist will play a key role in hiring, onboarding, guiding, and managing volunteers across our programs. The ideal candidate is organized, people-focused, and passionate about community service and capacity building in the nonprofit sector.Key Responsibilities:Lead volunteer recruitment through job postings, outreach, and interviews.Develop and oversee onboarding processes to ensure all volunteers are trained and supported.Maintain accurate volunteer records and ensure compliance with organizational policies.Support program leads with volunteer scheduling and coordination.Provide mentorship, recognition, and performance feedback to volunteers.Update and implement HR policies and procedures related to volunteer engagement.Collaborate with leadership to assess volunteer needs and improve retention strategies.Qualifications:Experience in HR, volunteer management, or nonprofit administration.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.Familiarity with Google Workspace or HR management tools.Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.Knowledge of the Calgary nonprofit landscape is an asset.

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.Flexible scheduling and hybrid/remote options.Experience in nonprofit HR leadership and volunteer management.A collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Skills required HR Management Strategic Planning Volunteer Engagement