Volunteer Coordinator (Part-Time)

Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women's Empowerment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jean Augustine Centre is hiring a Volunteer Coordinator for a part-time, temporary role. You will lead the recruitment and training of volunteers, enhance community programs, and support the development of a diverse volunteer team dedicated to empowering young women and supporting civic engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in volunteer coordination.
• Passionate about community engagement and supporting underserved populations.
• Effective communicator with staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute volunteer recruitment campaigns.
• Manage a database of 150+ volunteers.
• Screen, interview, and onboard new volunteers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Communication skills

Job description

The Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment (the “Centre”) is excited to announce the hiring of a Volunteer Coordinator. This position is a temporary contract and will run from July 2025 to December 2026. The Volunteer Coordinator will play a lead role in recruiting, training and supporting a diverse team of volunteers who power our programs—from homework clubs and STEM workshops to arts camps and mentoring circles.

We seek enthusiastic candidates with excellent interpersonal skills, a genuine passion for youth development and civic engagement, and prior experience in a similar role.

Company Overview

The Centre is committed to empowering young women and girls between the ages of 7-17 years in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and across Canada. We take a holistic approach to empowerment by providing programs that support the mental, physical, and social well-being of young women and girls; and, extend support to women and families in the riding of Etobicoke-Lakeshore in the GTA through our community programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute volunteer recruitment campaigns (online, community outreach).
• Manage and maintain a volunteer database of 150+ volunteers.
• Create and maintain volunteer schedules, matching skills/interests to program needs.
• Screen, interview, and onboard new volunteers; conduct background checks when necessary.
• Assist in designing and delivering orientation sessions, training materials, and ongoing skill-building workshops.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to answer questions, resolve conflicts, and recognize outstanding contributions.
• Track volunteer hours, prepare participation reports, and provide data for grant applications.
• Support the planning of quarterly volunteer appreciation initiatives and feedback surveys.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of demonstrated experience overseeing volunteer coordination, preferably in a non-profit organization.
• Outgoing and confident, with strong communication skills.
• Passionate about community engagement and supporting underserved populations.
• Knowledge of and experience working from a cultural competency or equity-informed framework.
• Communicates effectively with Centre staff, volunteers, and students.
• Committed to responsible, ethical, and professional conduct in the workplace.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Above the age of 18 years.

Work Location and Schedule

The Volunteer Coordinator will work in-person at the Centre. We are located at 101 Portland Street, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 1B1. The schedule will be 15 hours per week - on site.

Hourly Rate: $18.00

How to Apply:

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume as a single PDF or Word document to

[e-mail] with “Volunteer Coordinator Application” in the subject line.

Applications are due by July 10, 2025. For any questions, please call 416-253-9797.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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