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Red Cross Club Coordinator

Purpose:

A Red Cross Club Coordinator supports National Youth Strategy goals and objectives to educate and engage youth in all aspects of the Red Cross mission. A club coordinator supports the 5 pillars of the National Youth Strategy (Learning, Blood Donors, Fundraising, International Humanitarian Law and Social Engagement) and regional youth engagement priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with Red Cross Club officers and Club Adviser/Sponsor at beginning of school year.
• Be available to attend Club meetings as necessary or requested by Club leaders, or arrange for attendance by other chapter leadership.
• Be available to attend Club events/activities and fundraisers as necessary or requested by Club leaders, or arrange for attendance by other chapter leadership.
• Assist the Red Cross Club officers with Club registration/renewal process, including ensuring the Club Constitution is approved and submitted.
• Provide Club with guidance and resources to be successful.
• Provide Club with Brand Guidelines and style guidelines and provide guidance about the use of the brand.
• Integrate Club members into the activities of the local Red Cross unit.
• Provide Club members with volunteer opportunities through multiple lines of service.
• Create and maintain an environment where youth feel empowered to lead and mobilize peers in community service projects addressing local and global issues.
• Provide recognition opportunities for youth and young adult volunteers throughout the year.

Work virtually. Available during weekends and/or evenings to best accommodate youth and young adult volunteer schedules.

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 and have a mutually rewarding experience * Strong program management skills

Ready to Make a Difference? Here's How to Get Started!

1. Go to redcross.org/volunteer to complete our online application. It takes less than 10 minutes!
2. A member of our team will get in touch. Taking the time for a personal conversation enables us to match you with a role that will be both meaningful and enjoyable.
3. We’ll provide all necessary training to ensure you can be successful in your volunteer role.