Volunteer Program Manager

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional growth

Lead a volunteers team

Community impact focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Volunteer Program Manager to lead our client’s volunteer initiatives in Tembisa. You will recruit, train, and manage a dedicated team of volunteers, aligning efforts with organizational goals and delivering high-impact community services.

The role requires strong leadership, a passion for community service, and a strategic approach to volunteer management. You will build positive experiences, organize training and appreciation events, ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in volunteer management or non-profit program coordination.
• Proven success in recruiting and retaining volunteers.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with community needs in Tembisa and surrounding areas.
• Proficiency in database management for volunteer tracking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, screening, onboarding, and retention.
• Develop and implement training programs to equip volunteers with necessary skills and knowledge.
• Manage volunteer schedules, assignments, and provide ongoing support and supervision.
• Organize volunteer appreciation events and initiatives to foster a positive team spirit.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and safety standards for all volunteers.

Skills

Volunteer management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Database management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Volunteer Program Manager to lead their volunteer initiatives in Tembisa . This critical role involves recruiting, training, and managing a dedicated team of volunteers who are essential to delivering the organization's services. You will be responsible for creating a positive and productive volunteer experience, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a sense of purpose and belonging. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for community service, and a strategic approach to volunteer management, aiming to enhance the reach and effectiveness of our client's operations in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, screening, onboarding, and retention.
• Develop and implement training programs to equip volunteers with necessary skills and knowledge.
• Manage volunteer schedules, assignments, and provide ongoing support and supervision.
• Organize volunteer appreciation events and initiatives to foster a positive team spirit.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and safety standards for all volunteers.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in volunteer management or non-profit program coordination.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining volunteers.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with the community needs and resources in Tembisa and surrounding areas.
• Proficiency in database management for volunteer tracking.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the non-profit sector.
• A chance to lead and inspire a team of passionate volunteers.
• Work environment focused on community impact and employee well-being.