SciStarter Volunteer Network Coordinator
Core
Develop and sustain a network of volunteers (Champions and Ambassadors) to promote citizen science awareness in local libraries and communities.
Role type
Volunteer Network Coordinator
Builds
A distributed network of trained community advocates for citizen science
Domain
Non-profit operations / Citizen Science / Community Engagement
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Volunteer program management, event coordination, background check administration, content creation, stakeholder communication, travel logistics
Preferred skills
Experience with Canva, WordPress, Google Docs, Excel, PowerPoint, Asana
Technologies
Canva, WordPress, Google Docs, Excel, PowerPoint, Asana
Responsibilities
Host volunteer webinars to recruit and engage Ambassadors and Champions; Coordinate recruitment of new Ambassadors through partner channels; Conduct Ambassador Orientation events and background checks; Revise the Ambassador handbook; Coordinate distribution of volunteer materials; Plan corporate volunteer events; Support in-person events and travel; Troubleshoot volunteer and library inquiries; Coordinate with development teams for web page improvements; Maintain communications via newsletters and social media; Supervise student workers.
Seniority
Mid-level individual contributor