Volunteer Engagement Lead - Hybrid, Community Impact

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Impact Welkom community

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator in Welkom, Free State, South Africa. The role focuses on recruiting, screening, training, and retaining volunteers across programs, with responsibility for scheduling, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal abilities, experience in volunteer management, and a passion for community service. A hybrid work arrangement is offered to support flexibility and impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in volunteer management, human resources, or community engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to recruit, train, motivate, and manage volunteers.
• Experience with database management and record-keeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving and discretion with sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for volunteer recruitment, screening, and onboarding.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules and assignments across programs and events.
• Provide orientation, training, and ongoing support to volunteers.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records including hours, training, and contact information.
• Act as primary point of contact for volunteers and resolve inquiries.

Skills

Volunteer management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion with sensitive situations

Education

Diploma/certificate in community development or social work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator in Welkom, Free State, South Africa. The role focuses on recruiting, screening, training, and retaining volunteers across programs, with responsibility for scheduling, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal abilities, experience in volunteer management, and a passion for community service. A hybrid work arrangement is offered to support flexibility and impact.