Volunteer Coordinator

Samaritan's Purse

North Wilkesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Health Insurance

FSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

10 sick days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to join the World Medical Mission team in North Wilkesboro, NC. The role focuses on guiding and supporting volunteers during international medical service assignments, coordinating travel, logistics, and donor relations, and maintaining records for ongoing ministry operations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of related experience, with English fluency and domestic travel up to about 15 days per year.

Qualifications

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, procedures, and regulations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports and procedures.
Ability to analyze information, collect data, and make sound decisions.
Ability to interpret and apply information and follow instructions accurately.
Ability to work in a faith-driven, mission-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Provide Christ-centered guidance and logistical oversight to volunteers throughout the service assignment.
Serve as a liaison between volunteers, hospital staff, travel agencies, and donors.
Coordinate financial and administrative processes and donor reimbursements.
Manage complex logistical needs and emergencies for volunteers.
Maintain volunteer records and assist with orientation materials and training.
Support ministry communication, prepare reports and presentations, and participate in meetings.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Reading and interpreting regulations

Clear written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States

Job ID: 17845

Date Posted: Oct 22, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

Respond with Compassionate Action

We are seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to join our World Medical Mission team in North Wilkesboro, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
Provide Christ-centered guidance and logistical oversight to volunteers throughout the entire service assignment, ensuring they are well-informed, prepared, and supported as they serve through World Medical Mission and Samaritan's Purse.
Serve as a trusted communication liaison between volunteers, mission hospital and clinic staff, travel agencies, and donors, fostering clear communication and helping volunteers understand the ministry and purpose of international medical service.
Coordinate financial and administrative processes, ensuring volunteers understand donation and expense reimbursement procedures and partnering with the Expense Coordinator to facilitate accurate and timely processing.
Manage complex logistical needs and emergencies, using sound judgment to troubleshoot challenges, resolve problems, and provide practical solutions that enable volunteers to serve effectively.
Maintain accurate volunteer records and strengthen ministry resources, documenting communications and assignment materials while assisting with Coordinator training and the ongoing development of hospital and clinic orientation materials and procedures.
Support broader ministry communication and collaboration, working with fellow Coordinators and participating in conferences and meetings while preparing reports, presentations, and other materials as requested
Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor's degree with at least two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; general knowledge of international affairs, foreign policy, and political frameworks within countries of oversight.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations, applying sound judgment to relevant information.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, including writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and presenting information effectively to managers, partners, and the general public.
Ability to analyze information and solve practical problems, including collecting data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions, and making sound decisions when limited standardization exists.
Ability to accurately interpret and apply information, including performing basic mathematical calculations and following written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions in support of effective ministry operations.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Domestic Full Time