Intern - Volunteer Coordination

The Volunteer Coordinator Intern coordinates volunteer resources to assist in the delivery of the organization's programs and services, is responsible for the tracking of in-kind contributions and attaining goals, and for providing guidance, support, resources and tools to staff who supervise interns and volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Volunteer Specialist with developing and implementing goals and objectives for the volunteer program that reflect the mission and the program/service delivery needs of the organization.
• Assist Volunteer Specialist with developing, administering and reviewing policies and procedures that guide the volunteer program.
• Identify volunteer assignments and write volunteer position descriptions.
• Promote the organization and volunteer opportunities in the community.
• Recruit and screen volunteers.
• Provide appropriate orientation and training to volunteers.
• Assist in training staff to work effectively and cooperatively with volunteers.
• Assist with planning and implementing formal and informal volunteer recognition activities.
• Develop and monitor a budget for volunteer program activities.
• Assist in the evaluation of volunteer activities.
• Source, track and report in-kind contributions.
• Participate in IRC Communities of Practice and other networking/learning opportunities in the network.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current undergraduate, graduate student, or less than one year out of school
• Experience successfully managing volunteers; Understanding of refugee resettlement is preferred. 
• Excellent interpersonal relations skills:  the ability to work effectively with partners, donors, colleagues in a cross cultural, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time and meet deadlines.
• Experience developing and providing orientations and trainings.
• Strong writing and communication skills including experience working in and developing teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including outlook, word and excel. Experience using donor acknowledgment software preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of ethics and confidentiality related to fundraising.
• Reliable transportation with proof of valid driver’s license, insurance and clean driving record. 

This position reports to the Volunteer Specialist.

• This is an unpaid internship.
• Work related driving is eligible for reimbursement at the charitable mileage rate.
• Internships are available for current college students, graduate students, and graduates less than 2 years post-graduation. Course credit and transcript notation are available if the student submits the appropriate paperwork to the Volunteer Specialist.