We are looking for a detail-oriented and focused Regional Volunteer Coordinator who is passionate about all things volunteering! As Regional Volunteer Coordinator, you will be responsible for assessing and coordinating the volunteer requirements of RSPCA NSW. This includes selection, induction, training, rewarding and recognising our organisation's volunteers.

You will be based at our Illawarra Shelter with travel to our Central West shelter required regularly every six to eight weeks rotations, on an as needs basis. This will involve overnight stays.

About the Role

• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers to the highest levels of performance, engagement, and role satisfaction
• Strive to maintain a full roster to support our operational needs
• Work alongside key stakeholders to understand training required to fulfill productive roles
• Keep and manage effective records of volunteers’ information, training and work completed in RSPCA NSW Volunteer System
• Evaluate and assess volunteer work and provide constructive feedback when required
• Conduct regular periodic performance appraisals
• Co-ordinate and implement volunteer involvement in large seizure, rescue and natural disasters as required
• Provide and ensure all environments are safe to all volunteers

About You

• Prior experience in volunteer coordination
• Prior experience in customer/volunteer management systems, Better Impact (desirable)
• Experienced leader with the ability to drive and motivate a team
• Animal handling experience is desirable
• Outstanding communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong administration skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Initiative and ability to prioritise competing tasks whilst remaining calm
• Excellent attention to detail
• Current driver's license
• Resilience – the ability to bounce back from the occasional setback
• Be prepared to get a little hands on and dirty

About RSPCA NSW

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals New South Wales (RSPCA NSW) is a not-for-profit animal welfare organisation. We provide a strong voice for animals experiencing cruelty and neglect. RSPCA NSW is committed to the care and welfare of animals, providing extensive professional facilities, including fully equipped veterinary hospitals and our state-wide shelter network, with approximately 500 staff across NSW to care for animals.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to WHEREFIT Discount Program (activewear, gyms, health supplements, meals and apparel)
• 40% Royal Canin Discount for your beloved pets
• Access to Converge Employee, Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP)
• 12 weeks Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Paid Community Service leave with SES or Rural Fire Service
• Animal Compassionate Leave
• Generous training and education opportunities and leave
• Pathways to our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) courses

APPLY NOW

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! Simply click ‘APPLY NOW’ to send in your resume.

RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment at [email protected] using the subject line: Regional Volunteer Coordinator - Illawarra Shelter enquiry via EthicalJobs and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting. Our recruitment team will respond to your email promptly.