Volunteer & Foster Programs Lead — Animal Welfare

HumanePro; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals (NiSHA) is seeking a compassionate, organized Volunteer & Foster Programs Manager to lead and expand our volunteer and foster programs on Nantucket. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal sheltering or rescue and possess exceptional interpersonal skills to connect people with meaningful opportunities to support animals in need.

The role oversees recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision and retention of volunteers who assist with dog

Qualifications

• Experience in animal sheltering or rescue is required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Passion for animal welfare and community involvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision and retention of volunteers.
• Coordinate foster care program and support volunteers with animal welfare activities.
• Develop a dynamic volunteer program to enhance animal welfare and community participation.

Skills

Volunteer management

Foster programs

Recruitment

Training

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals (NiSHA) is seeking a compassionate, organized Volunteer & Foster Programs Manager to lead and expand our volunteer and foster programs on Nantucket. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal sheltering or rescue and possess exceptional interpersonal skills to connect people with meaningful opportunities to support animals in need.

The role oversees recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision and retention of volunteers who assist with dog