Location: Kent, WA, United States
World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world's greatest crises in partnership with the church. Organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.
The Education & Literacy Programs Volunteer Coordinator oversees and coordinates various volunteer programs at World Relief Western Washington in support of the local office. This role primarily provides training, support, and resources to volunteers in the ESL, Financial Literacy, Detention Center Post-Release program, and Children & Family programs, and provides support and resources to program staff in the area of community/church engagement and volunteers.
This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until February 28, 2027, and contingent upon funding extension. Part-time, 20 hours per week, Mon-Fri, flexible scheduling, some evenings and weekends; after the 90-day period, up to 2 days work from home if the work allows.
Role & Responsibilities: Communicate regularly with ESL and Children & Family program staff about volunteer and community engagement needs; coordinate Detention Center Post-Release volunteers; maintain contact with volunteers and field questions; provide volunteer appreciation, recognition and ongoing training; plan and facilitate meetings and quarterly training including workshops and guest speakers; support volunteers in building long-term relationships; work with Outreach Manager to adapt volunteer roles; participate in External Engagement Team meetings and promotional activities; fulfill speaking engagement requests; maintain up-to-date volunteer records and data; create and implement program evaluation tools; track volunteer engagement and program data.
Requirements: Mature and personal Christian faith; commitment to World Relief's mission, vision and values; valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR standards; organized and able to manage competing priorities; ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds; familiarity with trauma informed responses and cultural humility; flexible schedule for some evening and weekend events; excellent written and oral communication skills in English; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Preferred: Volunteer and/or program management experience; intermediate computer knowledge including MS Office; initiative and ability to work independently; excellent interpersonal skills across cultures; ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Pay: $23.50 - $25 an hour.
How to apply: Apply via the World Relief careers portal (source URL).
Application link: https://jobs.lever.co/wr/2b554dd5-a6c7-4745-b70f-099f9218edf6