VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge is looking for an experienced and exceptional Volunteer Coordinator on a part-time basis to join our team at Tanawha, reporting to the Refuge Manager.

SCARS is a not-for-profit charity, which cares for cats and dogs which are abandoned or surrendered. It runs a non-euthanasia shelter which cares for up to 70 cats and 50 dogs at a time, until they are permanently re-homed.

As Volunteer Co-ordinator you will have responsibility for recruiting, organising, motivating and retaining volunteers for a wide range of activities throughout the Shelter. Up to 200 volunteers are actively involved with SCARS.

The position is initially for 3 days (job-share) per week; this will increase to 4 days as the current Volunteer Coordinator transitions from this position.

Role and Responsibility

· Recruit volunteers through various techniques (databases, e-mail, social media etc.)

· Collect information on availabilities and skills

· Arrange for appropriate induction and training when needed

· Produce schedules for everyday activities

· Assign responsibilities for special events

· Coordinate teams of volunteers for large-scale actions

· Communicate frequently with volunteers to ensure they are satisfied and well-placed

· Disseminate information for upcoming actions and events

· Produce meaningful reports of volunteer recruitment, retention and activity

· Procure a diverse range of goods and services for refuge operation

· Oversee repairs and maintenance at the refuge.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

· At least two years’ experience in a similar role

· A can-do attitude

· Ability to communicate clearly to internal and external stakeholders

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

· Willingness to become involved in the organisational and volunteering culture

Desirable

· Training skills

· Drivers licence

· Familiarity with Better Impact volunteer management system

In return, you will receive:

· Competitive salary

· A dynamic and unique working environment

· Immediate start.

If you have the above skills and are looking for an exciting and rewarding career, please send your application to [email protected]

For further information about this position or the Company, please contact Shelley Luxton, Treasurer on 0438739928.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Applications Close: 22 April 2025