The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
SCOPE OF WORK:
This internship is located within the New York/New Jersey Resettlement, Asylum and Integration (RAI) Office located either on West 38th Street, Manhattan, New York or in 208 Commerce Place, Elizabeth, NJ. The Volunteer Coordinator Intern will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator(s) and Community Relations Officer under the Development and Communications Department at RAI.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Community Relations Intern will help the volunteer coordinator(s)
Recruit, screen, train, and supervise recruited volunteers, and mentors; provide on-going support and guidance;
Assist Volunteer Coordinator in maintainingaccurate, up-to-date data across pertinent databases;
Record and analyze program data pertaining to volunteers and interns.
Compile and post volunteer and intern descriptions as needed;
Assist in managing volunteer and intern timesheets and timesheet entries each month.
Conduct outreach, networking activities, and other advertising to recruit and educate, volunteers, and partners as needed.
Help oversee the onboarding and exit process for all interns and volunteers. This includes processing background checks, setting up and closing IRC accounts, leading general orientation sessions, and managing other situations as needed.
Help liaise actively with program managers and other staff members on intern/volunteer opportunities for their respective programs.
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous volunteer management, recruitment, or administrative roles is strongly preferred
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with Salesforce database management system is a plus.
Cultural sensitivity and detail oriented with the proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to effectively communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment
Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies. This position reports to the Community Relations Officer and Volunteer Coordinator CivicCorps
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.