Volunteer Manager

Pink Space Theory (PST) will integrate science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM) into project-based learning challenges for K-8 students using a mobile makerspace ("mobile fab lab"). The team-based activities will include robotics, computer-aided, and tactile assisted design. This will be the first such program in Northern Virginia.

The goals of the program are to

• Complement what students are learning academically,
• Introduce students to new ways to approach subjects to help them understand challenging concepts, and;
• Enhance technological literacy to enable students to effectively use technology to access, evaluate, integrate, create, and communicate information through STEAM activities
  
  

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The Volunteer Manager manages the recruitment of new volunteers, coordinates the allocation of volunteers to events, and manages volunteer appreciation activities.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Program Director in the developing an annual action plan for volunteer care, management, and recruitment, including short and long-term planning.
• Researches and implements processes and strategies for recruiting and managing the volunteer workforce for Pink Space Theory.
• Coordinates the allocation of volunteers to support community events and online fundraising events.
• Ensures that all current volunteers have their needs met, are connected, held accountable, and kept informed.
• Assists the President with creating goals and accountability for active volunteers.
• Plans and coordinates volunteer events (two per year), including the management of activities and volunteers that support the events, and successfully leads the event the day-of, meeting budget and expectations.
• Conducts volunteer orientation, and entrance and exit interviews for all volunteers.
• Manages the Volunteer Assistant to provide volunteer care, including sending birthday cards, “thank you” gifts, and other regular encouragement.
• Manages the Volunteer Assistant to track all volunteer hours.
• Develops, maintains, and promotes a positive and professional relationship with volunteers, in alignment with the mission of Pink Space Theory.
  
  

Time Commitment 5-10 hours a week

Role Commitment 1 year

This role is expected to be generally accessible to the President and Program Director and responsive to emails from other senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Experience with recruitment, event planning, and coordinating teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Organized and good time management skills
• Collaborative spirit
• Committed to the mission of Pink Space Theory
  
  

Reporting Structure

Reports to the Program Director

Responsible for the Volunteer Assistant