Summary
Description
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved.
FearIsNotLove (the new brand evolution and operator of Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter) works to inspire and build a dignity driven movement, cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We serve all people to live free from fear, neglect, violence, and abuse through a comprehensive range of innovative programs and services; from prevention and education, to counselling and emergency supports.
The agency plays an important role in the daily lives of individuals and families living with fear in their close relationships. In whatever way domestic violence impacts a person; whether they are a victim, someone who uses abuse and wants to change, or someone who knows another person being abused—FearIsNotLove is here to help.
Our goal is to help people to have violence-free lives, to live without fear, and get to the ultimate outcome – love. It’s what we all want and need. We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse.
FearIsNotLove creates safe spaces. We listen, we support, we encourage and we are judgement-free. We are relentless in our commitment to our clients, our communities and each other. We believe change is possible. At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission. We believe that when people feel empowered and safe, they are able to move forward with the best decisions for them and their family.
The Volunteer Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the mission of FearIsNotLove by overseeing and coordinating recruitment, training, placement, and ongoing support of volunteers. This role ensures that volunteers are effectively integrated into agency programs and services, including internal and external fundraising and/or community engagement events. The Volunteer Coordinator will collaborate with staff to assess volunteer needs and will provide support, resources and tools to staff who supervise volunteers.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Developing and implementing recruitment strategies for both targeted and general recruitment, including interviewing and screening potential volunteers, and assessing suitability of volunteer placement in alignment with agency values and needs.
- Working with the Resource Development Department to support opportunities for individual donors to be stewarded and engaged as volunteers.
- Developing, implementing, and facilitating volunteer orientation and training programs, including ongoing development opportunities.
- Coordinating volunteer schedules and placements in various program areas and making changes when required.
- Collaborating with program staff as well as the Communications Department and Resource Development Department to identify volunteer needs for agency programs, community engagement events, and fundraising events ensuring appropriate coverage.
- Attending and representing FearIsNotLove at various community fundraising and/or community engagement events, including networking and organizational events.
- Assisting the Manager, Executive Support in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, handbook, and program standards for the volunteer program.
- Performing administrative duties associated with the volunteer coordination as required, including maintenance of volunteer information.
- Maintaining a volunteer database including hours, roles, and training completed, and providing statistical reports as needed.
- Ensuring that volunteer files, onboarding and training meet accreditation standards; maintain current police and IRC checks, professional registration (if applicable), and required accreditation-related training.
- Ensuring that volunteer practices align with confidentiality standards and agency policies.
- Evaluating volunteer performance and compliance with roles, responsibilities, and policies; implementing improvements as needed.
- Managing the volunteers’ experiences to ensure they are meeting the organization’s needs and that the organization is meeting the volunteer’s expectations, fostering a respectful and empowering environment.
- Referring any volunteer opportunities for corporate and community groups to the Manager, Resource Development and collaborating to fulfill those opportunities.
- Supporting the planning, implementation, and facilitation of formal and informal volunteer recognition activities to recognize the contribution of volunteers to the organization.
- Other duties as assigned to support FearIsNotLove’s programs.
WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR MISSION:
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in either direct volunteer management or an equivalent supervisory role.
- Experience in a not-for-profit environment is preferable.
- Experience with board-related volunteer committees considered an asset.
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field.
- The ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle preferred.
IMPORTANT DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW:
- Ongoing training and development is a required condition of this position.
- A criminal records search and an intervention record check are conditions of employment.
- If eligible for registration with a professional body, registration must be current.
- In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Apply to become part of the movement. FearIsNotLove. Be part of changing the conversation with us.
CLOSE DATE: This position will remain open until September 14, 2025 or until filled.
FearIsNotLove is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
We encourage qualified candidates from all genders, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.
We thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
