Volunteer Coordinator

Our client is currently looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join their purpose-driven organisation where volunteers play a vital role in supporting people, families and the wider community.

About the role:
As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will work closely with internal teams and volunteers to ensure the organisation has the right people, support and processes in place to deliver its services effectively.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the recruitment, interviewing, onboarding and orientation of volunteers
• Supporting the ongoing training, development and retention of volunteers
• Matching volunteers with suitable opportunities based on their skills and availability
• Coordinating volunteer rosters and maintaining regular communication with volunteers
• Supporting volunteer programmes across supportive care, events and other services
• Working closely with internal teams to identify volunteer requirements and develop appropriate volunteer roles
• Coordinating volunteer communications, including newsletters and updates
• Maintaining accurate volunteer records and data within the volunteer management system
• Supporting volunteer recognition activities and engagement initiatives
• Assisting with major fundraising and community events throughout Auckland and Northland
• Supporting volunteer drivers and other service-based volunteer programmes as required
• Contributing to volunteer training, meetings and educational programmes
• Ensuring volunteer health, safety, privacy and wellbeing are appropriately considered

About you:
We are looking for someone who genuinely values the contribution volunteers make and enjoys building positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

You will ideally bring:

• Previous experience in coordination, recruitment, volunteer management, customer service or a similar people-focused environment
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office
• Experience working with databases or online management systems
• A genuine sense of empathy and care when working with people
• Current full driver's licence

This is an opportunity to take on a role where your work has a genuine impact. You will be part of a collaborative team and have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with volunteers while helping to ensure vital community services are supported.

If you are an organised, compassionate and proactive people-person who enjoys bringing people together and making things happen, we would love to hear from you.