Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator

ROME GROUP; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to empowering women is seeking a passionate individual to oversee volunteer management and community engagement efforts. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships and motivating others. You'll develop a robust volunteer program, ensuring that donors and volunteers feel valued and connected to the mission. With a focus on collaboration and community, you will represent the organization at various events, enhancing its visibility and impact. Join a team committed to making a difference in women's lives and enjoy a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid Personal and Family Leave

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Professional Development Funding

Team Building Activities

Qualifications

• Passion for Rung’s vision & mission.
• Knowledge of volunteer management best practices.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Grow a high-quality volunteer engagement program.
• Develop annual volunteer engagement plans.
• Give presentations on Rung for Women to community groups.

Skills

Project Management

CRM Systems

Data Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bloomerang

Job description

Description of Organization:

Rung for Women is looking for like-minded individuals to join our team of passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to inspiring women to climb the economic ladder. We envision a world where all women can lead equitable and abundant lives. Rung offers professional and personal development opportunities, along with a supportive community of women who want to earn a thriving wage and overcome the systemic economic, social, and health barriers to wealth creation.

We believe in unlocking potential and possibilities in our staff and Members. Rung for Women partners with employers and training partners who offer a fast-track to career launch through short-term industry-specific training, on-the-job training, and apprenticeships. Our Members gain access to a community of like-minded women, health and wellness amenities, and childcare to support them in achieving their goals.

Since our launch in March of 2021, more than 500 women have begun a journey with Rung. Many of them have completed coaching, and career training, and have achieved better employment opportunities and increased their income. If you would like to be a part of an organization that is disrupting the status quo in women’s personal and professional lives, Rung for Women is the place for you!

Our Mission: Inspiring all women to climb the economic opportunity ladder.

Our Values:

• Innovate
• Collaborate
• Invite Joy
• Promote Self-determination
• Uphold Equity

Our staff are:

• Passionate about Rung’s vision & mission
• Collaborators
• Effective communicators
• Self-directed
• Value-adders
• Have a growth mindset and high EQ

Position summary: We’re looking for someone to oversee Rung’s volunteer management program and staff community engagement efforts. If you are a people-person, like details, and enjoy working with and motivating others, then this is a perfect position for you.

How you’ll help Rung achieve our vision: This position ensures our donors, employer partners, and volunteers feel recognized and valued by Rung and deepens connection to our vision.

What you will do:
Grow a high-quality volunteer engagement program

• Work with departments to identify volunteer opportunities
• Develop annual volunteer engagement plan, including strategies for corporate, individual and group volunteers
• Recruit, screen, onboard, and supervise volunteers
• Champion role of volunteers within the organization
• Develop and send the monthly volunteer newsletter
• Maintain continuous quality improvement and evaluation of volunteer program and management systems
• Collaborate with The Advancement Team to coordinate partnerships that will enhance volunteer experience and Rung programming, including corporations, non-profits, and community groups. The emphasis on building rapport and relationships with individuals and groups requires an outgoing, poised and persuasive communication style
• Work with The Advancement Team to engage volunteers as Rung ambassadors and donors

Staff community engagement efforts

• Give presentations on Rung for Women to community groups, corporate groups, and other stakeholders
• Offer monthly Community Tours of the Rung campus
• Give private tours of the Rung campus to community groups, corporate groups, and other stakeholders
• Visit with community members and organizations to build relationships and determine opportunities to engage with Rung
• Serve as volunteer and community engagement representative on internal and external communities as appropriate
• Represent Rung at community events, festivals, conferences, and other outreach opportunities

What you need to bring us:

• Passion for Rung’s vision & mission
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Bloomerang a plus)
• Project management experience
• Data management/database experience
• Knowledge of volunteer management best practices
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• High-level organizational skills with strict attention to detail
• Ability to work nights and weekends, as needed

Why Rung for Women?

Rung for Women knows that our success is the result of attracting, retaining, and investing in high caliber staff who have a passion for our vision and mission. When you thrive, Rung thrives. We therefore offer a competitive array of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision (majority of the cost for employees is paid by Rung) plus short- and long-term disability insurance (fully paid by Rung)
• Retirement: dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of the employee’s annual salary
• Paid Time Off: Up to three weeks of vacation, 1 week off at end of December, 1 week of sick time, 20 hours of volunteer time, and 9 holidays each year
• Flexibility: flexible work schedule and ability to work from home up to two days/week
• Paid personal and family leave: up to 12 weeks paid time off annually for the birth of your child or to respond to your own serious illness; up to 2 weeks to respond to a loved-one’s illness
• Cell Phone Reimbursement: up to $75 monthly
• Professional Development: up to $2,000 annually to further your professional development, plus monthly professional development in-services
• Team Building: organized activities throughout the year for departments and all staff to build a strong staff community

Rung for Women is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and any other relevant materials, to [e-mail] no later than 5:00 pm, on May 22, 2025. Please also complete a short, 5-minute assessment: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/6KH/ae3673b6-821a-46d9-af98-ef32659e9ef7?type=candidateba