Organization: Mayan Families
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 26 May 2017
Mayan Families is a growing and vibrant registered 501.c.3 non-profit organization that provides opportunities and assistance to indigenous and impoverished people of Guatemala through a wide variety of programs that focus on education and sustainable community development. The Mayan Families Volunteer Department oversees two primary programs: the Group Volunteer Program, in which visiting groups (such as Rotary Clubs, Schools, Universities and other non-profit organizations) participate in volunteer activities, as well as the Individual Volunteer Program, where volunteers assist Mayan Families staff in a variety of different programs and projects within the organization.
We are looking for a highly energetic and organized person with a passion for Guatemalan culture to join a growing team as the Volunteer Program Manager, managing these programs as well as a 2-person department team.
Primary Responsibilities
Management of Individual Volunteers
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Review Volunteer applications and oversee interview process and other assessments
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Identify program needs and align them with volunteer skills and expertise
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Coordinate Volunteer placement process within the organization
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Oversee the work of the Volunteer Coordinator in managing the logistic of volunteers working in-country with Mayan Families
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Conduct follow-up assessment with volunteers who have completed their term in order to continually improve the individual volunteer program
Group Visit Volunteer Program
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Coordinate group volunteer schedule
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Expand reach and scope of types of participating groups
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Manage the application process for potential volunteer groups
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Continuous development of the Group Visit Volunteer program
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Work with volunteer groups in the field and on-site in the Mayan Families offices
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Create a positive experience for visiting groups that highlights the impact of the work of the organization
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Oversee and coordinate activities of the Volunteer Program Coordinator and Volunteer Program Assistant
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Produce cost lists for volunteer activities, transportation and accommodation
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Create and track invoices, expense reports, and payments for group visits and group packages
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Create individual and monthly schedules of groups for both internal and external use
Requirements
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Native English Speaker and advanced to fluent Spanish
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Bachelor's degree or a minimum of three years of relevant work experience
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At least one year's experience overseeing staff or volunteers
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Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong attention to detail
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Proven experience in organization of events, activities, and related logistics
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Independent worker who has the ability to prioritize and multi-task, with excellent follow through and past success in meeting critical deadlines
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Cheerful and outgoing disposition with a fun sense of humor who is not easily rattled
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Highly proficient in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Some knowledge of database management preferred. Knowledge of Google Apps such as Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Calendar a plus
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Past experience in drafting or writing content for promotional or media purposes a plus
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Commitment to serving impoverished families in rural Guatemala and an understanding of the issues faced by the Guatemalan community
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Ability to work with and be sensitive to the needs of clients and staff from diverse populations and socio-economic backgrounds.
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Willing to work evenings and weekends as necessary
The successful applicant must be prepared to relocate to Panajachel, Guatemala for an initial period of 18 months. This position needs to be filled as soon as possible. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to: hr@mayanfamilies.org
Please put "Volunteer Program Manager" in the subject line.
For more information, please visit www.mayanfamilies.org
