Volunteer Co-ordinator - Llanelli, United Kingdom - Foothold Cymru

Foothold Cymru

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Llanelli, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Foothold Cymru:
Founded over 30 years ago, Foothold Cymru is a social justice charity based in Llanelli.

Our mission is to support people to address the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality, through designing our services with, not for, individuals and communities, most affected by these issues.

Further details of the organization can be found on our website.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated individual to join our team as our Volunteer Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of our volunteer program.

The Volunteer Coordinator will play a crucial role in recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers to ensure the successful implementation of our programs and services.

Responsibilities:

Recruit and

Train Volunteers:
Identify, recruit, and train volunteers to support the charity's activities.

Volunteer Management: Coordinate volunteer schedules, tasks, and roles to ensure smooth operations.
Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with volunteers, addressing any concerns or issues that arise.
Record Keeping: Keep accurate records of volunteer information and hours worked.
Event Planning: Assist in planning and executing charity events, ensuring adequate volunteer support.
Community Outreach: Promote the charity's mission and volunteer opportunities within the local community.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

A degree in social work, business administration, or a related field is desirable but not essential. Experience in supporting volunteers is just as important as is having experience of volunteering.

Skills:

Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of volunteers.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational Skills: Strong ability to plan, organize, and coordinate tasks and events.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships with volunteers, staff, and community members.
Problem-Solving: Ability to address and resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise.

Experience: