Recruitment Manager

About This Role

Recruiting volunteers and youth for a mentoring program is the main purpose of this role. The Recruitment Manager translates the agency's mission into a compelling community invitation and builds a pipeline of mentors and youth through high-impact partnerships and brand advocacy. This role suits a professional with a sales and marketing mindset who can serve as a front-line ambassador for the mission.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and execute innovative recruitment strategies and community partnerships across social, religious, and business sectors to proactively foster access, belonging, and opportunity for a diverse volunteer base
• Partner closely with the Chief Development Officer to create and execute a recruitment strategic vision and plan for agency-wide recruitment of youth and volunteers
• Prospect, build and steward partnerships to generate volunteers by cultivating and maintaining external partnerships and strategic relationships
• Serve as an ambassador for the mission by representing the organization at community events, presentations, and outreach opportunities
• Launch and lead the Big Ambassadors initiative by equipping current mentors with the training and resources needed to champion the mission and recruit within their personal and professional networks
• Confidently engage diverse audiences through public speaking and relationship-building to promote volunteerism and inspire individuals to become mentors
• Support a culture of philanthropy by identifying and fostering potential donor relationships and community partnerships
• Assist with reporting requirements for grant initiatives and other targeted funding sources pertaining to your program area
• Maintain and oversee the agency’s inventory of recruitment materials, collateral, and promotional giveaways to ensure the team is fully equipped for community outreach
• Ensure high-level expertise in applying child safety and risk management knowledge and policies throughout all recruitment functions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• At least two years or more of relevant experience
• Ability to use Google Suite and adapt to new technology tools, specifically Salesforce (Matchforce) and Dialpad
• Deep belief in the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission and the potential of the youth served
• Commitment to advancing access, belonging, and opportunity
• High degree of professional discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding volunteer and donor records
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to develop trust and rapport among youth clients, volunteers, and staff
• Coachable, with a proven ability to give and receive actionable feedback