Assistant Programm Coordinator 

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Intern will assist the Education & Volunteer Programs Coordinator with planning and coordinating volunteer assignments.

This includes scheduling volunteers, planning and assisting with special projects, assisting in managing a large volunteer staff, along with maintaining a database. Days and hours are flexible, but ideal candidate would work 6 to 15 hours per week; schedule is negotiable. Minimum of one full semester commitment requested. Opportunities exist for longer duration with corresponding opportunities for growth. Position is unpaid.

Processing volunteer applications and updating volunteer records

• Keeping database (paper and electronic) up-to-date and accurate • Assisting with organization of regular volunteer trainings & orientations • Assisting with special project such as special event planning • Corresponding with volunteers and prospective volunteers, mainly through email but occasionally via phone or text messaging • A variety of other regular clerical & organisational tasks that are integral to the success of a volunteer management program • Opportunities exist for qualified candidates to assist with creating online training materials (videos, power points, exams, etc.) for students

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Qualifications:

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule

• Professional, motivated, self-starter

• Ability to work with indirect supervision in a busy environment

• Computer experience (must be comfortable with basic functions of excel)

• Good “people skills

• Organized .

• Letters of recommendation can be provided upon successful completion of internship • After completion, students will have valuable experience and insight regarding what it takes to manage a large-scale program.

 

Benefits:

• Development of new skills and high level training

• Network of contacts with other leaders and ministers of the area

• 50% discount on enrollment and fee for studies of diploma, associate or degree

• Get invaluable experience and professional university level

• Be part of new projects and programs of the university

• Letter of recommendation after successful completion of internship