Christmas in Action
Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
Focus area: Volunteer program development, program assessment, community outreach, marketing, fund development
Location: Roebuck, SC
Population served: Disadvantaged homeowners
Agency Website: http://www.ciaspartanburg.org/
Goal of the Project: The VISTA will work to improve the services offered to elderly, disabled, and otherwise disadvantaged homeowners, to provide for their continued safety and independence. The VISTA will develop a Veterans Program, as well as cultivate volunteerism through the implementation of a tracking and mobilization strategy. This project will also include the implementation and oversight of a new City of Spartanburg Priority Program set to begin in 2017.
Skills Needed: Strong communication skills, writing/editing, program development, community organization, public speaking, fundraising / grant writing, proficiency in computers / technology, leadership, marketing, social media, data collection / analysis, volunteer recruitment / management, research skills.
Required Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Fluent in written and spoken English. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Highly organized. Self-motivated. Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to follow through.
Preferred Qualifications: Social media proficiency. Capable of handling multiple tasks with competing priorities. Ability to meet deadlines while anticipating quickly changing needs. Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and to represent the organization in a positive manner at all times. High level of dependability.
Additional Benefits: Employee appreciation events. Career and education support. Flexible working environment.
Location: Roebuck, SC
Population served: Disadvantaged homeowners
Agency Website: http://www.ciaspartanburg.org/
Goal of the Project: The VISTA will work to improve the services offered to elderly, disabled, and otherwise disadvantaged homeowners, to provide for their continued safety and independence. The VISTA will develop a Veterans Program, as well as cultivate volunteerism through the implementation of a tracking and mobilization strategy. This project will also include the implementation and oversight of a new City of Spartanburg Priority Program set to begin in 2017.
Skills Needed: Strong communication skills, writing/editing, program development, community organization, public speaking, fundraising / grant writing, proficiency in computers / technology, leadership, marketing, social media, data collection / analysis, volunteer recruitment / management, research skills.
Required Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Fluent in written and spoken English. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Highly organized. Self-motivated. Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to follow through.
Preferred Qualifications: Social media proficiency. Capable of handling multiple tasks with competing priorities. Ability to meet deadlines while anticipating quickly changing needs. Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and to represent the organization in a positive manner at all times. High level of dependability.
Additional Benefits: Employee appreciation events. Career and education support. Flexible working environment.