Volunteer Resource Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - Canadian Blood Services

Canadian Blood Services

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job category:
Donor recruitment, fundraising and sales

Job posting ID: 4480

Employment status:
Temporary full-time

Position's anticipated end date (if temporary):

Possible schedule/FTE:1.0

Classification:
CUPE 1846

Salary/Rate of pay:30.55

Application deadline:

Somewhere in Canada there's a life you can save.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving the lives of Canadians.

Thousands of Canadians depend on us every day for reliable access to blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

Join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference every day.

About this role:

Your portfolio will be focused on supporting volunteers for both in clinic and community roles.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Donor Relations, you will be responsible for implementation of the volunteer resources plan to support regional collection plans, priorities and objectives.

You will be responsible for volunteer recruitment, selection, training, scheduling, supervision, performance assessment and recognition.

You will also be responsible for maintaining all volunteer program standards and systems in accordance with the volunteer-involvement risk management framework as well as participate as an active member of the Donor Relations team.

Responsibilities:

Performs volunteer needs assessment for designated area, prepares the volunteer placement schedule and arranges and conducts recruitment activities
Establishes partnership within the community to promote the blood program
Matches volunteer recruits to assignments; arranges or conducts volunteer orientation and training; employs and maintains volunteer records in required databases and produces data reports as required
Fosters positive and regular communication with customers and partners
Coordinates appreciation and recognition activities
Conducts all activities according to Volunteer Program policies, practices and standards in compliance with the volunteerinvolvement risk management framework

Required Skills:

Postsecondary education in Volunteer Management or another related field
Demonstrated success in volunteer recruitment
Experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups
Experience in community development and networking
Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in volunteer program management or a combination of education and on the job experience
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
Welldeveloped interpersonal and communications skills are essential
Demonstrated computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Public speaking and presentation skills
Some evening and weekend work as required
Certification in Volunteer Administration (CVA) certification or other Volunteer Professional Management training considered an asset

Benefits:

Percentage in lieu for vacation and paid holidays
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Employee discounts, wellness programs and much more

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada.

We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career.

Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest.

However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment (such as testing) will be contacted.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.