Volunteer Coordinator

Wee Ones Dog Rescue Society; Halifax; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to manage and empower volunteers dedicated to dog rescue efforts. This full-time position, ideally suited for someone with strong organizational skills and a heart for rescue, involves recruiting and training volunteers, addressing inquiries, and coordinating activities. This role offers an opportunity to make a life-changing difference for small dogs across the province.

Qualifications

• Previous volunteer coordination or administrative experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Offboard inactive volunteers after 12 months of inactivity.
• Actively recruit and train new volunteers.
• Be the main point of contact for volunteer inquiries.
• Assign volunteers to help with home visits, events, transport, and other tasks.
• Collaborate with our Applications Coordinator on processing volunteer and foster applications.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Comfort working independently and remotely

Passion for dog rescue and community engagement

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Location : Nova Scotia (Remote, Maritime-based preferred)

Are you passionate about animal welfare and love bringing people together for a good cause? Wee Ones Dog Rescue is looking for a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to join our compassionate, foster-based team.

As Volunteer Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in organizing and empowering the amazing volunteers who help us save small dogs in need. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a people-first mindset, and a heart for rescue work.

Key Responsibilities :

• Offboard inactive volunteers after 12 months of inactivity
• Actively recruit and train new volunteers
• Be the main point of contact for volunteer inquiries
• Assign volunteers to help with home visits, events, transport, and other tasks
• Collaborate with our Applications Coordinator on processing volunteer and foster applications

What We’re Looking For :

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfort working independently and remotely
• Previous volunteer coordination or administrative experience is an asset
• A passion for dog rescue and community engagement

By joining our team, you’ll help create a safe, supportive network of volunteers who make a life-changing difference for small dogs across the province.

Interested in joining the pack? Email us at [e-mail] to apply or learn more.

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