• Lead a team of volunteers to support a small but impactful community organisation
• Well known and respected community organisation
• Part time un-paid position (the IWTL is 100% run by enthusiastic volunteers)
• Flexible work arrangements (the IWTL based in Petersham)

WHO ARE WE?

Welcome to Sydney's first successful ‘library of things’!

The mission of Inner West Tool Library is simple: To provide the tools for all people to live low waste and sustainable lives. We are driven by our vision of a future where all people can access the tools they need to create, connect and thrive.

Check out how we achieve this in our Impact Report.

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

We are seeking someone who is organised, personable and wants to be part of a small and passionate team making a difference in our community .

The Volunteer Coordinator manages all elements of volunteering for the Inner West Tool Library. In particular, assessing the organisation’s needs and then meeting those needs through the recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers. The volunteer coordinator will manage and monitor all volunteer activities.

The goal for 2022 is to recruit & retain Tool Librarians and Tool Ninjas, ensuring the IWTL is staffed by a diverse range of volunteers.

This Volunteer Coordinator role is excellent for someone wanting to gain experience being part of a community organisation and in volunteer management and coordination. It also provides the opportunity to train volunteers in tool library management and library software.

This is an un-paid, part time position (the IWTL is 100% volunteer run). Although we often enjoy drinks and pizza during board meetings and volunteer get togethers, plus you get a very cool t-shirt!

TIME COMMITMENT

6 hours coordination per month, plus onsite shifts (minimum 6 per year) and attending quarterly board meetings.

The IWTL open hours are Saturday mornings between 8.30am and 12pm. Your presence will not be required every week; however in order to understand the library operations and keep in touch with the volunteers, you will need to be available for some onsite shifts.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Recruit and induct volunteers, and assign them to roles that match their interests and skill sets
• Maintain volunteer database of around 20 people, and volunteer roster through Signup.com
• Organise and participate in targeted volunteer recruitment and training activities
• Develop and sustain effective communication with volunteers
• Nominate volunteers for awards and recognition and, with the help of the board, organising “thank you” events
• Offering advice and information to volunteers and external organisations through outreach activities via face-to-face, telephone and email contact
• Attending quarterly board meetings and providing updates to the board on volunteer status
• Monitoring and evaluating volunteer activities
• Researching and updating volunteer policies and procedures

WHO DOES THIS ROLE SUIT?

• Someone who is passionate about sustainability and working with like-minded people
• Someone who wants to increase their experience working in community groups and with volunteers
• Someone who has a couple of hours a week to help support a successful community organisation
• The IWTL is a proudly inclusive organisation. Please get in touch if you feel you fit the role!

How to apply:

If this sounds like you, please apply via the Apply Now button.

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