- Organization
- American Red Cross Of Eastern Iowa
Coordinator to assist Youth Volunteers to serve the Red Cross mission (Volunteer from home)
- Duration
- Recruiting now
- Location
- Ainsworth, IA
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
Remote
Recruiting now
Ainsworth, IA 52201

About this Opportunity
Youth Engagement Lead
The Youth Engagement Lead serves as a peer and confidante working collaboratively with the regional Volunteer
Services team, specifically the Engagement Specialist, to support National Youth Strategy goals and objectives to
educate and engage youth in all aspects of the Red Cross mission.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute an implementation work plan outlining objectives, strategies, and tactics supporting the 5 pillars of the National Youth Strategy (Learning, Blood Donors, Fundraising, International Humanitarian Law and Social Engagement) and regional youth engagement priorities.
- Identify and assess opportunities for youth engagement in the 5 pillars of youth engagement
- Collaborate with Engagement Specialist to create realistic targets, focused on delivering results in the 5 pillars of youth engagement
- Empower youth volunteerism and leadership by building connections between youth and the Red Cross mission
- Work closely with Engagement Specialist to integrate youth into Red Cross programs and activities
- Develop/build a team of skilled volunteers, including Red Cross Club Coordinators; build rapport with youth engagement team and youth volunteers to better support their growth and development Key Involvement in Ad Hoc projects (both tactical and strategic) when required.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with and leading youth and young adults
- Leadership in nonprofit or for-profit organizations
- Cultural sensitivity to diverse audiences
- Knowledge and understanding of Red Cross services and operations and opportunities for volunteer service, specifically youth and young adult volunteer opportunities
- Enthusiastic about Red Cross mission and programs
- Works well individually and with others
- Ability to work with and utilize Volunteer Connection database
- Exceptional people skills to understand and meet the needs of a diverse audience
- Team building, and succession planning skills to build youth program continuity
- Relationship building skills working collaboratively with staff partner as well as board members, senior management, and other volunteers as needed
- Understanding the value of youth and young adult volunteers and providing leadership and support to ensure youth and young adult volunteers are productive anrong program management skills
Safety First! Our need for volunteers is constant and our guidelines reflect the latest CDC safety recommendations and follow the national and local government laws. COVID-19 vaccination will be required for in-person volunteer roles beginning January 3, 2022.
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Skills/Interests
- Marketing
Issue area
- Education