Volunteer Community Engagement Facilitator

Position Summary

Do you thrive on connecting people, supporting volunteerism, and building community relationships? KCR Community Resources is seeking a Volunteer Community Engagement Facilitator to strengthen volunteerism across the Central Okanagan. In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for VolunteerConnector program inquiries, support volunteer managers with capacity building, and promote meaningful volunteer opportunities. You'll also contribute to fund and resource development through community outreach, support for the Okanagan Volunteer Fair, and sponsorship engagement ensuring that KCR's programs are visible, sustainable, and impactful for volunteers, partners, and the wider community.

Reporting Structure:

Community Services Manager

Prime Functions:

Volunteer Management

• First point of contact for all VolunteerConnector program enquiries
• Promote the VolunteerConnector program to businesses and community partners
• Provide information, resources and support to prospective volunteers
• Educate volunteer managers on capacity building, and promote the benefits of the VolunteerConnector program
• Support volunteer managers to enhance volunteer connection and longevity
• Maintain and upkeep the VolunteerConnector database
• Ensure effective and up to date communication is provided to the VolunteerConnector program partners and volunteers
• Manage volunteer records, track volunteer data and report monthly

Development – Resource & Fund

• Support the Fund Development Facilitator with community outreach, connection and communication
• Resource grant opportunities that align with KCR's core competencies and mission
• Organize, facilitate and endorse the annual Okanagan Volunteer Fair, including sponsorship support
• Promote fee for service programs in line with annual targets, including the Overview to Volunteer Management

Qualifications:

• Experience with working and managing volunteers
• A motivated individual who thrives on making connections, networking, recognizing opportunities and engaging with others
• Experience working with fundraising database software is considered an asset
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• 3 weeks vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Group benefits include extended health, dental, and paramedical
• Health spending account
• Pension contribution
  

Application Process:

KCR Community Resources has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will strive to provide reasonable accommodations, accessible formats, and communication support upon request to all candidates in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the People and Culture at our main office at 250-763-8008.

About KCR Community Resources:

KCR is a not-for-profit agency fostering diversity, collaboration, and resourcefulness by tailoring services to meet the community, family, and individual needs. We believe in a community where individuals and families are supported in leading healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives. We value inclusion and relationships built on mutual trust, recognizing each other's contributions, expertise, and opinions. We strive to create a safe and welcoming work environment where collaboration and valuing people's strengths are at the core of our day-to-day interactions.