Volunteer Program Associate (Parental Leave Cover)

Reach Hire; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagesse is seeking a Volunteer Program Associate to attract, support, and retain volunteers who contribute to the organization’s mission. This full-time role covers hybrid work, including evenings and some weekends, with a 37.5-hour week and parental leave cover from Oct 2026 to July 2027.

Salary is 49,000–53,000 CAD per year, reporting to the Program Manager, and requires a Diploma or Degree in social work or related field.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in social work or related field.
• Experience providing administrative support and coordinating volunteers is preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Comfort working in a hybrid (remote and in-office) environment with virtual technologies.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is required.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of volunteer standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines with direction from agency leadership.
• Maintain and oversee adherence to volunteer standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Implement screening, intake, onboarding, support, appreciation and belonging of all agency volunteers.
• Work collaboratively with the Program team to identify and address support gaps for effective program delivery.
• Implement new research in the development, delivery and maintenance of volunteer program as directed by agency leadership.
• Create an experience of belonging for all volunteers.

Skills

Relationship Building

Time Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Hybrid/Remote Tools

Evenings & Weekends

Education

Diploma or Degree in social work, social services, or related experience

Job description

The Volunteer Program Associate plays a key role in attracting, supporting, and retaining volunteers who contribute to the organization's mission and impact. Through volunteer recruitment, training, relationship-building, and program administration, the position helps create meaningful volunteer experiences that strengthen services and community engagement.

Description

Why work at Sagesse?

At Sagesse, you'll be part of a team dedicated to ending domestic abuse, coercive control and creating safer communities. Every role contributes to meaningful, lasting change for individuals and families through prevention, intervention, and innovation.

About the Position

Contract: Full-Time, 37.5 Hours per Week. Parentalleave cover – October 2026 to July 2027

Salary Range: 49,000 – $53,000 per annum

Reports To: Program Manager

Schedule: Schedule determined with direct supervisor based on agency needs. Position will require at minimum 1 evening per week and some weekends

Location: Hybrid – combination of remote and in-office

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of volunteer standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines with direction from agency leadership
• Maintain and oversee adherence to volunteer standards, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Implement screening, intake, onboarding, support, appreciation and belonging of all agency volunteers
• Work collaboratively with the Program team to identify and address support gaps for effective program delivery
• Implement new research in the development, delivery and maintenance of volunteer program as directed by agency leadership
• Create an experience of belonging for all volunteers

Program Administration

• Report on monthly activities and statistics
• Provide information, as neccessary, for development of funding proposals and reports
• Attend supervision and staff meetings

Core Competencies

• Relationship Building
• Organization & Coordination
• Communication
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Qualifications

Required:

• Diploma or Degree in social work, social services, or related experience
• Skills, and/or interest in administrative and logistical support
• Skilled at building lasting relationships that keep volunteers engaged, supported and connected to the work over time
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment and using virtual technologies
• Availability to work evenings and weekends

Preferred:

• Experience supporting community-based, nonprofit, or social service programs
  Experience coordinating multiple projects or partnerships
• Experience recruiting volunteers and keeping them engaged over time through ongoing relationship building and support

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Leads with curiosity and vulnerability
• Thrives in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
• Demonstrates strong judgment and adaptability
• Applies cross-sectional, gender-transformative, and intersectional perspectives to their work
• Hybrid work environment that includes working remotely and in-office
• Frequent collaboration with community partners and internal teams across Alberta
• A blend of administrative, logistical, relationship management, and volunteer support responsibilities

Belonging and Culture

At Sagesse, we are committed to creating a workplace where every team member is recognized and valued for their unique contributions. We foster a culture of equitable practices, authentic self-expression, continuous learning, and meaningful connection.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and expectations of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified from time to time to meet organizational and operational needs.