Job Board > Volunteer Resource Coordinator - Canadian Blood Services
This is a Temporary, Full-time position.
Category: OtherEmployment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated end date: 2025-03-30
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Volunteer Resource Coordinator to join our dynamic Donor Relations & Collections ONN team.
The Donor Relations & Collections ONN is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by collecting donor blood in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role you will be responsible for implementation of the volunteer resources plan to support regional collection plans, priorities and objectives. You will be responsible for volunteer recruitment, selection, training, scheduling, supervision, performance assessment and recognition. You will also be responsible for maintaining all volunteer program standards and systems in accordance with the volunteer-involvement risk management framework as well as participate as an active member of the Donor Relations team.
Formula for success
Utilizing your knowledge and experience in volunteer management and recruitment, you will perform volunteer needs assessments for designated areas, prepare the volunteer placement schedules and arrange and conduct recruitment activities; you will also match volunteer recruits to assignments; arrange or conduct volunteer orientation and training; employ and maintain volunteer records in required databases and produce data reports as required
Drawing on your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will establish partnerships within the community to promote the blood program, as well as foster positive and regular communication with customers and partners
Using your planning and organizational skills, you will coordinate appreciation and recognition activities
You conduct all activities according to Volunteer Program policies, practices and standards in compliance with the volunteer-involvement risk management framework
Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management or another related field
Demonstrated success in volunteer recruitment
Experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups
Experience in community development and networking
Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in volunteer program management or a combination of education and on the job experience
Access to own vehicle and Valid driver’s license are required for attending in-person regional responsibilities
Well-developed interpersonal and communications skills are essential
Demonstrated computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Public speaking and presentation skills
Shifts/hours - Flexible work schedule is required as events occur during the day, in the evening, and on weekends
Travel requirements – this role will require you to travel to different regions including but not limited to London, Guelph, Kitchener/Waterloo and Toronto
Physical requirements – Must be physically able to complete job duties which includes: lifting up to 50 lbs, loading/unloading vehicle, setting up venue, long periods of travelling, and standing and/or sitting.
Salary: $62,607 to $71,260
https://www.blood.ca/en/career-opportunities
Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.
