Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement

Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement

Our vision is to grant the wish of every eligible child. Through our mission, we are uniting communities to grant life-changing wishes. As the world's largest wish-granting organization, we strive to create a sense of community and an environment where we warmly embrace our wish families, volunteers, and colleagues.

Joining Make-A-Wish means becoming part of a mission that believes in the power of a wish.

Location : Remote positions are open to applicants based anywhere in the continental U.S. Hybrid positions are open to applicants based in the Phoenix, Arizona area.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor employment visas or other immigration processes to attain or maintain employment eligibility.

Position Summary

This position will provide hands-on, tailored support to volunteer engagement staff, equipping them with the foundational building blocks to grow and sustain a volunteer program. The Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement will partner with chapter leadership to drive transformative improvements in volunteer engagement within the chapter. In addition, the position will design, develop, and maintain comprehensive training curriculum and resources to support the Volunteer Portal, ensuring its seamless adoption and utilization across the organization.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead, collaborate, and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to take initiative, implement innovative solutions, and work independently.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills that inspire and motivate others to succeed.
• Sound knowledge of nonprofit best practices, with the ability to translate into day-to-day operations.
• Excellent organizational skills, with strong ability to plan, prioritize, multi-task, and make timely decisions with sound judgement.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional presentation skills and experience in developing, facilitating, moderating, and training adults.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, leveraging persuasion and expertise to drive initiatives forward.
• Champion a volunteer-centric culture, fostering an environment in which volunteers are respected and valued.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.

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