CHAPTER VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Board of Directors - Volunteer Resources

OUR MISSION

· To stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.

ROLE PROFILE

· As Director - Volunteer Resources you are the volunteer leader for a dynamic grassroots MADD Canada Chapter within your community. You will work collaboratively with fellow board members; community partners and the national office to support our mission.

COMMITMENT

· 1-2 year term, 5-10+ hours / month.

PREREQUISITE

· Be an active Chapter member.

RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY TASKS / ACTIVITIES

· Chair and prepare agendas and minutes for the volunteer management committee (if applicable).

· Recruit (with committee support) Chapter volunteers and board members.

· Conduct volunteer interviews and volunteer screening (if applicable).

· Conduct volunteer orientation and training; maintain regular contact / follow-up with volunteers and develop a plan to recognize volunteers regularly.

· Attend monthly board / Chapter meetings and annual general and / or general meetings.

· Contribute to a Chapter newsletter (if applicable).

· Champion and lead volunteer management projects, campaigns and initiatives (i.e., National Volunteer Week) as agreed upon by the board of directors.

· Assist the Chapter Secretary (board of directors) and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant with accurate volunteer reporting.

· Co-ordinate volunteer needs for any fundraising and awareness campaigns (i.e., Project Red Ribbon campaign, Strides for Change Walk, mall displays, fairs, etc…).

· Work collaboratively with fellow board members; your community; community partners (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services, media, schools, health department, local merchants, companies, etc…) and the national office.

· Maintain regular contact / communication with fellow board members; committee chairs; volunteers; members and the national office.

· Act as a spokesperson & community liaison for the Chapter (as required).

· Actively recruit volunteers in the community by reaching out to community groups, schools, businesses, clubs, etc…

· Make presentations, meet and network with groups and individuals on a regular basis.

· Post volunteer vacancies on Charity Village (+equivalents) and distribute marketing materials as created / available i.e., volunteer posters, brochures, etc…

· Actively seek opportunities to partner and build strategic alliances / partnerships within your local community.

· Be knowledgeable about MADD Canada’s policies, programs and services.

· Promote the Chapter positively within your community.

· Promote volunteer opportunities within your Chapter and lead by example.

BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING

· Share your skills and expertise as a leader.

· Meet new people; gain new insights and experiences.

· Explore or confirm new career opportunities.

· Learn about volunteerism and the field of volunteer management (become familiar with MADD Canada’s volunteer recruitment & retention materials / practices).

· Contribute to the well-being of your community.

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES

· You possess strong leadership, communication and networking skills.

· You are a people person; creative and a team player.

· You have prior volunteer or professional experience co-ordinating and managing volunteers (preferred, but not required).

· A certificate or diploma in volunteer management (preferred, but not required).

· You have prior experience serving on a board of directors (preferred, but not required).

ORIENTATION

· You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session (from / by your local Chapter).

TRAINING

· You will be supported and trained by fellow board members and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant.

WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS

· Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada @ www.madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume). Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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