Volunteer Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to manage and support the organization's volunteer program. The role combines remote administrative work with on-site engagement to build strong volunteer relationships within the Soweto community.

You will recruit, train, schedule, and retain volunteers, providing ongoing support and recognition to ensure a positive and productive experience. Hybrid work and opportunities for development are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in volunteer management or related role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with volunteer management software and office productivity tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model.
• Passion for community service and supporting non-profit initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard volunteers, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
• Develop and deliver orientation and training programs for volunteers.
• Schedule volunteers for events, programs, and daily operations.
• Provide ongoing support, supervision, and recognition to volunteers.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and manage volunteer databases.
• Liaise with program staff to identify volunteer needs and ensure effective placements.

Skills

Volunteer management

Communication

Organization

Hybrid work

Non-profit experience

Tools

Volunteer management software

Office productivity tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and organized Volunteer Coordinator to join their team in Soweto. This role is essential for managing and supporting the organization's volunteer program, ensuring a positive and productive experience for all volunteers who contribute to our client's mission in the Charity & Voluntary sector. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and retaining volunteers, as well as providing ongoing support and recognition. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote administrative tasks with essential in-person coordination and engagement within the Soweto community, fostering strong volunteer relationships and ensuring operational needs are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard new volunteers, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
• Develop and deliver orientation and training programs for volunteers.
• Schedule volunteers for various events, programs, and daily operations.
• Provide ongoing support, supervision, and recognition to volunteers.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and manage volunteer databases.
• Liaise with program staff to identify volunteer needs and ensure effective placements.

Requirements

• Experience in volunteer management, coordination, or a related role, preferably within the Charity & Voluntary sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse individuals.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in using volunteer management software and office productivity tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote duties with on-site responsibilities.
• A passion for community service and supporting non-profit initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-person engagement.
• Opportunities for professional development in volunteer management.
• Be an integral part of an organization making a real difference in Soweto.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.