Volunteer Resources Coordinator

Canadian Blood Services; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in Vancouver is seeking a Volunteer Resources Coordinator to enhance volunteer engagement and support regional collection plans. The role includes recruiting, training, and managing volunteers while ensuring compliance with program standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in volunteer management and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers a hybrid work environment and requires travel across Canada. Apply now and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts and wellness program

Qualifications

• Experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in volunteer program management.
• Access to own vehicle and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Implement volunteer resources plan to support operations.
• Conduct volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling.
• Establish partnerships within the community to promote the blood program.
• Coordinate appreciation and recognition activities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Community development

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Education

Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category: Donor recruitment, fundraising and sales
Job posting ID: 8253

Employment status: Regular full-time
Possible schedule/FTE: 1.0
Number of positions available: 1

Classification: HEU 180
Salary/Rate of pay: $30.49

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Volunteer Resources Coordinator to join our dynamic Support & Operations team in British Columbia .

TheSupport & Operations team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by collecting donor blood in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role you will be responsible for implementation of the volunteer resources plan to support regional collection plans, priorities and objectives. You will be responsible for volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision, performance assessment and recognition. You will also be responsible for maintaining all volunteer program standards and systems in accordance with the volunteer-involvement risk management framework as well as participate as an active member of the Support and Operations team.

• Utilizing your knowledge and experience in volunteer management and recruitment, you will perform volunteer needs assessments for designated areas, prepare the volunteer placement schedules and arrange and conduct recruitment activities; you will also match volunteer recruits to assignments; arrange or conduct volunteer orientation and training; employ and maintain volunteer records in required databases and produce data reports as required.
• Drawing on your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will establish partnerships within the community to promote the blood program, as well as foster positive and regular communication with customers and partners.
• Using your planning and organizational skills, you will coordinate appreciation and recognition activities.
• You conduct all activities according to Volunteer Program policies, practices and standards in compliance with the volunteer-involvement risk management framework.
  

Desired education and skills

• Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management or another related field.
• Experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups.
• Experience in community development and networking.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in volunteer program management or a combination of education and on the job experience.
• Access to own vehicle and Valid driver’s license are required for attending in-person regional responsibilities.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communications skills are essential.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Public speaking and presentation skills

What we offer you

• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Defined benefitpension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours - Work days, Monday - Friday 0800 - 1600. Flexible work schedule is required as events occur during the day, in the evening, and on weekends.
• Travel requirements – this role will require you to travel sometimes to different regions in Canada.
• Physical requirements – Must be physically able to complete job duties which includes: lifting up to 50 lbs, loading/unloading vehicle, setting up venue, long periods of travelling, and standing and/or sitting.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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