Program Volunteer For Careers

Blue Star Families; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting military families as a Virtual Careers Learning Ambassador Volunteer. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse communities, enhance your professional skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that empower military spouses. Collaborate with a passionate team, gain valuable experience in outreach and project management, and expand your professional network. This is a non-paid opportunity that allows you to make a significant impact while developing your career. You'll receive a reference letter upon completion, highlighting your contributions and growth.

Benefits

Professional Reference Letter

Networking Opportunities

Skill Development

Community Engagement

Qualifications

• Familiarity with military family lifestyle and local community.
• Engagement on social media and within community networks.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach and growth of Blue Star Families Careers program.
• Lead short-term projects aligned with career interests.

Skills

Social Media Engagement

Project Management

Community Networking

Collaboration

Creativity

Flexibility

Resilience

Job description

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Dynamic Workforce Solutions Leader | Championing Emerging Talent & Diverse Communities | Career Coach, Talent Connector & Outreach Strategist

Join our dynamic and growing volunteer team – Volunteer with a Purpose!

Our Virtual Careers Learning Ambassador Volunteer works alongside our Director of Workforce Innovation Programs. This volunteer role supports the outreach and growth of our Blue Star Families Careers program, aligning with our mission.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Director of Workforce Innovation Programs, your support includes:

• Completing volunteer enrollment, general BSF training, and social media training within the first two weeks.
• Identifying an area of involvement that matches your expertise and passion.
• Committing to a project for 4-6 months, dedicating approximately 2-5 hours weekly.

Additionally, you will:

• Submit weekly volunteer hours and attend monthly staff meetings.
• Lead short-term projects aligned with your career interests and Blue Star Career goals.
• Post weekly updates in the Careers Community and encourage member engagement.
• Expand BSF Careers’ visibility externally via local Facebook groups for military spouses and retirees.
• Support the growth of Spouseforce and the Career Community through comments and engagement.
• Share relevant virtual or local events with our network.
• Build relationships with spouse networks on and off installations to increase membership.
• Identify and communicate key community partners and installation contacts to the program director.
• Refer potential candidates to our programs and community.
• Represent Blue Star Families professionally online and in person.
• Collaborate regularly with the Director and volunteer team.
• Participate in ongoing professional development training with BSF Careers.

Qualifications

To qualify for this volunteer role:

• You are familiar with the military family lifestyle and your local community.
• You enjoy engaging on social media and within community networks.
• You thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• You possess creativity, flexibility, resilience, and a desire for a drama-free work environment.
• You understand this is a non-paid opportunity.
• You are available to meet with the Director and provide project reports.
• You are open to ongoing professional development training.
• You can commit to approximately 3-5 hours weekly for up to six months.

Benefits of Long-term Volunteer Experience:

• Gain experience in career outreach, project management, social media, and recruitment.
• Build your professional virtual footprint.
• Learn valuable skills working independently and collaboratively.
• Develop the ability to produce high-quality work with measurable results.
• Enhance virtual/remote work skills using essential technology tools.
• Engage in virtual communities and create best practices.
• Connect with community professionals supporting a vital mission.
• Expand your professional network and military contacts.
• Stay informed about Blue Star Families’ initiatives and member benefits.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of military spouses and their families.
• At the end of your commitment, you will receive a reference letter and verification of work experience for future career opportunities.

You will forever be part of our esteemed Blue Star Families team!