In this role, you must have empathy & sensitivity: You must be comfortable interacting with breast cancer survivors, patients and families with compassion and grace. You will be the first point of contact for people wanting to help our cause. You will help build, manage, and energize our volunteer base—ensuring that our supporters feel valued and that our events run smoothly.
Requirements
Assist in drafting and posting volunteer opportunity descriptions on sites like Volunteer Match, LinkedIn, and local university boards.
Respond to inquiries from prospective volunteers via email and phone in a timely, welcoming manner.
You are not afraid to pick up the phone to confirm a shift.
Actively recruit volunteers for upcoming signature events (e.g., Breast Cancer Awareness Walks, Galas, Vendor Opportunities and other hosted events).
Create schedules for events, ensuring all shifts are covered (registration tables, team & survivor support, etc.), and maintain the volunteer database tracking contact information. Volunteers must be available on days, evenings/weekends for events.
Qualifications Needed
Strong written and verbal skills.
Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets/Docs) or Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with tools like SignUpGenius is a plus.
Competent in brainstorming and executing volunteer appreciation initiatives (thank you cards, spotlight social media posts, appreciation events).
Serve as the primary "cheerleader," ensuring volunteers feel connected to the impact they are making.