Volunteer Engagement Specialist

1 month ago

Canada, CA Parkinson Canada Full time

Parkinson’s is a complex brain disease, and everyone’s Parkinson’s journey is different. More than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson’s and 30 more are diagnosed every day. There is currently no cure but, life with Parkinson’s is still possible.


At Parkinson Canada, people with Parkinson’s are at the centre of everything we do. Parkinson Canada is at an exciting time of transformation, where we are aiming to be the “go to” connector and guide for people living with Parkinson’s. We strive to inspire and empower people living with Parkinson’s to thrive through tailored programs, innovative research and raising the voice of Canadians impacted by Parkinson’s through our advocacy efforts.


If you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Canadians impacted by Parkinson’s, work with passionate, dedicated people where diversity and inclusion is celebrated and partner with great organizations that have the same goal then we look forward to meeting you


Perks and Benefits

In addition to a remote work arrangement, we offer generous benefits including:


  • Generous paid vacation time & float days
  • Flex-time
  • Remote & In-person work opportunities
  • Summer Hours: Half days every Friday between Canada Day and Labour Day
  • Paid Holiday Closures
  • Half days the Friday before a statutory holiday Monday
  • Comprehensive medical, primary care, dental, vision and mental health benefits
  • Group RRSP Benefits


You will also have access to:

  • Financial and legal advisors
  • Career councillors
  • Mental health professionals and resources



Job Overview


The Specialist, Volunteer Engagement plays a pivotal role on the Volunteer Engagement team, with primary responsibility for national volunteer recruitment, policy review/development, volunteer recognition anddigital supports. The Specialist also performs administrative duties related to volunteer management and engagement.


What You’ll Be Doing


Assessment and Strategy Creation:


  • Work closely with the Director, People, Culture and Volunteer Engagement to review and assess Parkinson Canada’s current volunteer engagement program.
  • Assist with the creation and implementation of a Volunteer Engagement Strategy that aligns with the strategic direction of Parkinson Canada.


Recruitment:


  • Responsible for national recruitment of Parkinson Canada volunteers
  • Develops targeted and innovative strategies for recruitment that meet volunteer needs across the organization
  • Work closely with volunteer managers to support coordinated recruitment efforts
  • Share volunteer postings on LinkedIn, Indeed, Charity Village and other recruitment sites and pursue other opportunities for recruitment
  • Schedule and conduct phone screens with potential volunteers
  • Complete screening and onboarding process including interviews, reference checks, and police checks as applicable
  • Ensure mandatory trainings such as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Violence and Harassment in the Workplace are completed for all volunteers
  • Ensure volunteers have appropriate access to role-specific and other training
  • Collaborate with the human resources team to share effective recruitment strategies
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to apply an equity, diversity, inclusion and justice framework to volunteer engagement
  • Maintain relationships with community organizations to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates, with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion and justice
  • Keep up-to-date on equity, diversity and inclusion strategies for recruitment and retention


Recognition:


  • Review and assess Parkinson Canada’s current volunteer recognition practices.
  • Create and oversee an organizational recognition program for volunteers that is inclusive of both internal and external recognition opportunities.


Administration:


  • Assist with cleanup and maintenance of digital volunteer files
  • Maintain and update digital reports
  • Monitor and maintain the volunteer@ email address
  • Track and file volunteer data including confidential and private information
  • Provide general assistance to volunteer and staff inquiries



Digital Transformation:


  • Administrate the volunteer engagement platform
  • Respond to new volunteer profiles/applications in a timely manner
  • Create and deliver volunteer engagement platform training and resource materials for staff and volunteers
  • Assist with the collection and presentation of digital data for reporting purposes


Policies:


  • Work with the Director, People, Culture and Volunteer Engagement to review and update volunteer policies, such as the Volunteer Handbook
  • Communicate changes to policies to staff and volunteers


Qualifications


  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in a non-profit or charitable organization in a volunteer coordination, management or HR engagement capacity
  • Demonstrated experience in volunteer recruitment, retention and recognition
  • Demonstrated record of supporting volunteers to increase or enhance engagement
  • Experience collaborating with volunteer managers, including providing ongoing support and training
  • Experience with a digital volunteer engagement platform or constituent relationship management system
  • Able to apply equity, diversity and inclusion frameworks to volunteer engagement
  • Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
  • Commitment to learning about Parkinson’s disease and engaging with the Parkinson’s community
  • Proven ability to set priorities and have sound judgement and problem-solving skills
  • High level of professionalism and discretion
  • Experience with Microsoft Office is an asset
  • College diploma or Certificate in Volunteer Management is an asset


Parkinson Canada will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please indicate accommodations as required if contacted.


Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check.

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