Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
Romford, Essex
Salary £29,685 to £32,481 per annum depending on experience plus great benefits
37.5 hours per week/ Hybrid Working Options Available

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?

Do you excel in building relationships and creating impactful volunteer programs?

Are you creative, innovative and a people person?

My client is a well-established, non-profitable organisation based in the Romford, Essex area. They currently have an exciting opportunity to join them in the newly created position of Volunteer Engagement Coordinator.

Reporting to the Volunteer Services Project Manager, the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will be instrumental in ensuring the right framework is in place to support volunteers and staff and to create for every volunteer a wonderful experience which is worthwhile and valued. This role will be varied, a combination of daily management tasks with the ability to deliver creative, exciting events and projects.

As a Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, you will:

Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, induction, and ongoing support of our dedicated volunteer workforce. Develop innovative strategies to attract diverse volunteers, including hosting events and fostering community partnerships. Build strong relationships across operational teams, ensuring inclusivity and respect for all volunteers. Manage volunteer data and provide insightful reports to inform decision-making and enhance the volunteer experience. Champion best practices in volunteer management, from policy development to training delivery.

What we are Looking For:

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have:

Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a people-related field. Experience: Proven track record in people management, volunteer coordination, or a related field. Skills: Exceptional administrative, IT, and communication skills, with the ability to manage databases and analyse data. Attributes: A proactive, adaptable, and diplomatic approach with a genuine passion for supporting volunteers. Requirements: A valid driving license and access to a vehicle for travel within the hospice’s service area.

Benefits and working environment:

A friendly, open and warm team to offer support and guidance. Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days plus Bank Holidays and 1 day birthday leave. Pension scheme and Occupational Sick Pay on commencement. Active Education team providing in-house training and supporting learning opportunities. Free Car parking and subsidised restaurant with a good selection available daily.

Please note that a DBS basic disclosure check will be undertaken as part of my client’s pre-employment screening for the successful candidate.

If you have experience in Volunteer Management, HR or Organisational Development and you have passion and enthusiasm for the non-profit sector, then this role could be for you…please apply today with a copy of your CV.

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