Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteer Director of Volunteers
Company Description
The Animal Cause, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Christian animal welfare organization that partners with and supports other organizations to reform animal welfare, raise awareness, and create social change. The Animal Cause, Inc. relies solely on donations and has several programs to aid in animal welfare.
We are 100% volunteer-based (no one at The Animal Cause, Inc. earns a salary).
To celebrate our tenth anniversary, we are adding a new program in 2024 to our existing portfolio of programs and service offerings! This new program in and of itself will add long-term complexities and resource demands; therefore, we are recruiting an army of volunteers to help us with this endeavor! We are looking for a six-month commitment for this role as you'll be on a TEAM of Volunteer Directors. This allows for collaboration, and workload sharing (so no set schedule and a sharing of ideas). This commitment helps to ensure the success of this endeavor and will help you see the results of your labor; the saving of animal lives. There is no other experience like it on earth!
Requirements
A six-month commitment is required for this role
At least 5 years of experience in volunteer management
At least 3 years of recruiting, engagement, and retainment experience specific to volunteers
Role Description
These are remote volunteer (unpaid) roles for The Animal Cause, Inc. They will be responsible for managing aspects of the Organization's volunteer program(s), training volunteers via Volunteer Coordinators, and all strategic planning concerning volunteers. The Directors will work with colleges and corporations developing partnerships to aid in recruiting volunteers and interns. They will work closely with the executive board and collaborate with other organizations to develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to achieve our mission to reform animal welfare.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Skills:
All of our volunteer opportunities offer anyone exposure to additional skill sets via mentorship, operational duties, projects, and more!
Note: As this is a volunteer position, compensation will not be provided. You must be a United States citizen and at least 18 years of age to apply. At this time, we do not accept court-ordered service hours nor track community service hours. Volunteers must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or other businesses related to animal welfare.
How To Apply: Send your resume to [email protected]
In the subject line: Application for Volunteer Director of Volunteers
Company Description
The Animal Cause, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Christian animal welfare organization that partners with and supports other organizations to reform animal welfare, raise awareness, and create social change. The Animal Cause, Inc. relies solely on donations and has several programs to aid in animal welfare.
We are 100% volunteer-based (no one at The Animal Cause, Inc. earns a salary).
To celebrate our tenth anniversary, we are adding a new program in 2024 to our existing portfolio of programs and service offerings! This new program in and of itself will add long-term complexities and resource demands; therefore, we are recruiting an army of volunteers to help us with this endeavor! We are looking for a six-month commitment for this role as you'll be on a TEAM of Volunteer Directors. This allows for collaboration, and workload sharing (so no set schedule and a sharing of ideas). This commitment helps to ensure the success of this endeavor and will help you see the results of your labor; the saving of animal lives. There is no other experience like it on earth!
Requirements
A six-month commitment is required for this role
At least 5 years of experience in volunteer management
At least 3 years of recruiting, engagement, and retainment experience specific to volunteers
Role Description
These are remote volunteer (unpaid) roles for The Animal Cause, Inc. They will be responsible for managing aspects of the Organization's volunteer program(s), training volunteers via Volunteer Coordinators, and all strategic planning concerning volunteers. The Directors will work with colleges and corporations developing partnerships to aid in recruiting volunteers and interns. They will work closely with the executive board and collaborate with other organizations to develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to achieve our mission to reform animal welfare.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for TAC, Inc.’s compliance with all regulatory and compliance requirements pertaining to volunteer recruitment.
- Conduct outreach work to colleges and corporations.
- Ensuring that all volunteer personnel maintain the culture of the Organization to ensure that we develop trust in a fully virtual work environment.
- Ensuring the compliance of established policies and procedures.
- Manage oversight of the hiring and onboarding process of new volunteers.
- Oversee training and retention of volunteers.
- Ensuring volunteer job pipelines are always full of new candidates.
- Ensuring the Organization is seeking new platforms to find new volunteers.
- Ensuring job postings are kept fresh and updated, to invite new volunteers.
- Ensuring Volunteers have the tools, resources, and information they need to be successful in their roles.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and public speaking skills
- Experience in program development and strategic planning
- Experience in motivating volunteers and retention
- Strong training and mentoring skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills and Communication Skills
- Experience with Community Outreach and Engagement
- Ability to work independently and remotely without direct supervision
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver programs and events
- Creativity and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Communications, or a related field is preferred
Skills:
- Events
- Skill Development
- Volunteer Management
- Program Development
- Strategic Planning
- Fundraising
- Problem Solving
- Program Support
- Performance Motivation
- Public Speaking
- Retention Strategies
- Leadership
- Training
- Community Engagement
All of our volunteer opportunities offer anyone exposure to additional skill sets via mentorship, operational duties, projects, and more!
Note: As this is a volunteer position, compensation will not be provided. You must be a United States citizen and at least 18 years of age to apply. At this time, we do not accept court-ordered service hours nor track community service hours. Volunteers must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or other businesses related to animal welfare.
How To Apply: Send your resume to [email protected]
In the subject line: Application for Volunteer Director of Volunteers
