Remote Volunteer Programs Manager

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Impactful work

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Volunteer Manager to lead a fully remote volunteer program, recruiting, training, and retaining diverse volunteers aligned with the organization's mission.

You will design engagement strategies, deliver training, manage schedules, track impact, and collaborate with program staff to ensure meaningful experiences and measurable outcomes across teams. This role offers flexibility and a chance to make a substantial community impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in volunteer management or a similar role in the non-profit sector.
• Strong recruitment and retention skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in volunteer management software and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to motivate and inspire diverse groups of individuals.
• Passion for community service and the mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for effective volunteer recruitment and onboarding.
• Create and deliver comprehensive training programs for volunteers.
• Manage volunteer schedules, assignments, and performance feedback.
• Foster a positive and supportive environment for all volunteers.
• Organize volunteer appreciation events and initiatives.
• Track volunteer hours and impact, generating reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program staff to identify volunteer needs and opportunities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Recruitment

Retention

Communication

Leadership

Software tools

Team motivation

Community service

Tools

Volunteer management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Volunteer Manager to lead a fully remote volunteer program, recruiting, training, and retaining diverse volunteers aligned with the organization's mission.

You will design engagement strategies, deliver training, manage schedules, track impact, and collaborate with program staff to ensure meaningful experiences and measurable outcomes across teams. This role offers flexibility and a chance to make a substantial community impact.