Job Title: Volunteer Specialist and Alumni Networks Intern
Reports to: CEO and President
Job Type: Part-Time (Start June 9th - August 22nd)
PREPARED ON: April 8, 2025
SUMMARY
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of girls in NYC? PowerPlay NYC is a nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the lives of girls through sports, helping them grow physically, emotionally, and academically. PowerPlay offers sports-based after-school and summer programs for 1,100 youth (ages 5-18). Over 90% of our participants are girls of color (predominantly Black and Latinx), and most reside in low-income neighborhoods in the five boroughs of NYC. Our programs provide a safe space for our girls, assist in boosting their self-confidence, and foster a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. We seek to amplify their voices and build resilience so they can become change agents in their communities. For more information, please visit: https://www.powerplaynyc.org
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned
Research volunteer management best practices, systems, and resources
Work with the program managers and fundraisers to decide how many volunteers will be needed annually
Maintain a calendar/timeline of events (program start and end dates, annual tournaments, fundraisers (the annual Gala and the annual Golf, Tennis & Pickleball Tournament, sports clinic, etc).
Manage PinWheel applications and create a starter guide.
Assist managers with how the volunteers will be scheduled
Update position descriptions for each volunteer opportunity
Update the volunteer handbook that must be signed by all volunteers
Research soft and hard volunteer and alumni files in the PowerPlay office, in the storage facility, and on Google Drive
Build a strong culture (encourage feedback and participation, highlight successes and achievements).
If needed, assist in training volunteers (develop an orientation program, schedule orientation, develop materials, conduct orientation, and train volunteers).
Assisting in creating engaging volunteer events (i.e., reunions, happy hours, and sports events) to attract and retain volunteers.
Send follow-up emails on the volunteer application process (regarding background checks, etc).
Create a transition document that details all aspects of the project, including outstanding assignments, main points of contact, and potential next steps to move the project forward
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous work experience
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's/Associate's Degree at a university/college
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented and highly organized
A positive attitude and open-minded
Strong outreach skills
Customer service skills
PREFERRED SKILLS
Experience working with volunteers or teaching/group facilitation experience
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products
Proficient in Google Suite
WORK ENVIRONMENT/LOCATION
2 days in person, 1 day remote (8 hours each day)
Must be able to come in person to our office located at 48 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005
BENEFITS
$1,800 stipend to be paid at the end of the employment period
3 days off (any additional time off will be prorated)
Please reach out to skleinman@powerplaynyc.org or nicole@powerplaynyc.org for any questions or to submit a resume. Thank you for your interest in working with PowerPlay NYC!