Volunteer Coordinator

Habitat For Humanity International

The Role

Overview

Schedule and coordinate volunteers for Habitat construction sites and ReStores

Key Responsibilities

  • volunteerhub
  • raiser's edge
  • schedule management
  • site visits
  • reporting
  • training

Tasks

-Ensure that construction sites and ReStores are stocked with sign-in tablets, registration materials and emergency information. -Train other staff in Volunteer Hub software and support the Volunteer Manager and Director with Volunteer Engagement training for staff. -Perform site visits to various Habitat Metro Denver locations to support departments and volunteers. -Work with the Volunteer Engagement team to support outreach efforts to fill the volunteer schedule. -Provide customer service to, and collaborate with, the Volunteer team, Construction staff, ReStore staff, Sponsorship team, Database Administrator, and staffing across the organization to increase volunteer support and fulfillment. -Assist with special projects and other associated duties as required to help fulfill our mission in alignment with our Cultural Blueprint values. -Report on volunteer statistics for leadership. -Maintain, create, and document workflow processes. -Maintain updated information about all construction project sites and ReStores in electronic forms. -Some work outside of traditional office hours (evenings and weekends) will be required to attend meetings, events, etc. -Utilize and maintain Volunteerhub and Raisers Edge databases to track volunteer scheduling and communications. -Schedule volunteer groups and provide up to date and accurate materials and information to groups. -Respond to a high volume of volunteer inquiries promptly, via email and phone. -Serve as the main point of contact and a skilled Habitat ambassador for volunteers; answering questions and addressing any issues that arise while maintaining a welcoming, professional, and informative demeanor at all times. -Work with Volunteer Manager to create and maintain the volunteer master schedules utilizing Excel spreadsheets and Monday.com. -Maintain and expand relationships with other Colorado and International Habitat affiliates, community groups, schools, corporate partners, and other organizations to increase volunteer participation. -Communicate regularly with volunteer groups to keep them informed of opportunities. -Attend regular Construction and ReStore meetings to assess changing needs and obtain feedback. -In coordination with the Marketing team, create content to be utilized on social media and newsletters to increase volunteer awareness and participation. -Support Core Volunteer Program and Volunteer appreciation events.

Requirements

  • excel
  • sharepoint
  • crm
  • volunteerhub
  • driver’s license
  • customer service

What You Bring

-Ability to work at a computer and speak on the phone for extended periods of time. -Ability to flex style to communicate clearly, professionally, and sensitively with diverse audiences such as volunteers, donors, homeowners, coworkers. -Min 1 year volunteer leadership and/or work experience with a nonprofit preferred. -Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds when necessary. -Ability to independently seek solutions, but also work well in a team-based environment. -Experience with Excel Spreadsheets. -Strong customer service skills. -Proficient with Microsoft Office, MS Teams, SharePoint, databases, and ability to learn as the needs of the position and available technology evolves. -Personal volunteer experience preferred. -Excellent written and verbal communication. -Most work is performed indoors at a desk in a shared office or meeting setting with the ability to work remotely at times. -Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under the company’s insurance policy is prerequisite; driving is required. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run for insurance purposes. -Ability to travel to and from meetings / appointments at various Habitat retail and construction site locations at times when public transportation can be challenging. -Experience with CRM / scheduling system / database software to track volunteer scheduling and communications is highly desired. -Comfortable with public speaking in front of small and large groups of stakeholders. -Hybrid work model - minimum 2 days/week at a Habitat location (Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday), with ability to work from home the other days) During the first 6-9 months of employment additional days in the office will be required to learn the role, build critical interdepartmental connections, and strengthen the team’s vision, strategy, and cohesiveness. -Well-organized and highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. -Experience presenting to medium to large groups is advantageous in this role. -Experience working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds is preferred. -Experience with Volunteerhub and Raisers Edge a plus. -Comfortable with repetitive tasks. -Comfortable driving a company van shuttling team members to various locations & events. -Ability to adequately traverse a residential construction job site (uneven grade / surfaces).

The Company

About Habitat For Humanity International

-Grew into a global nonprofit operating in over 70 countries, funded by individuals, philanthropies, corporations, and governments. -Uses volunteer labor and 'sweat equity' to build and repair simple, decent, affordable homes without profit. -Hosts signature events like the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, building thousands of homes in blitzes. -Runs Global Village volunteer programs sending participants to build and learn across five continents. -Specializes in residential and community infrastructure and improving water resources in low-income areas.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Housing

Construction

Disaster Response

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

Microfinance

Land Tenure Security

Affordable Housing

Community Development

Disaster Relief

Volunteer Coordinator at Habitat For Humanity International in Denver, CO