<p>Position Description </p><p>An exciting opportunity exist for a passionate and experienced Volunteer Manager to work on the most inspirational event on the Australian sporting calendar, The Special Olympics National Games 2018.</p><p>This opportunity will oversee the successful development and implementation of the volunteer programs for the National Games 2018 across all sport and event programs.</p><p>Role: Volunteer Manager Team / Program: Special Olympics Australia National Games 2018</p><p>Full time Time Commitment: 15 October 2017 – 30 April 2018</p><p>Reporting to: Games Director</p><p>Games Chaplin / Councillors (Volunteer) Direct reports: Zone Captains (Volunteers)</p><p>Locations: GOC Offices: Adelaide Shores Resort, Adelaide, South Australia</p><p>Description of the volunteer role:</p><p>The Volunteer Manager will be responsible for ensuring adequate volunteers are available to meet the needs of the Games, including recruitment and training.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p> Work with the Games Director and the General Manager, People and Culture to develop a volunteer management plan with associated timelines.  Manage corporate volunteer projects and programs;  Develop and promote a wide range of volunteer opportunities and recruit volunteers with the right combination of experience and qualifications.  Develop and maintain a database for all volunteer functions, skills and contacts.  Assign appropriate roles to volunteers.  Coordinate induction, information and training for all volunteers with the assistance of the Volunteer Team.  Provide continued liaison and communication with volunteers ensuring they have an interesting and rewarding experience.  Distribute uniforms and accreditation to all volunteers. Special Olympics National Games 2018 | 16 – 20 April 2018 PO Box 57, West Beach, SA, 5024 Telephone: 08 8235 2925 | www.specialolympics.com.au/nationalgames2018 Position Description </p><p> Create a team culture to ensure smooth operation.  Oversee the Volunteers Centre during the Games (10 – 21 April 2018)  Organise motivation and recognition occasions with a view to maintaining a content team of volunteers.  In conjunction with Special Olympics Australia facilitate Police checks / and working with vulnerable people check.  Review and observe work of volunteers to evaluate performance.  Inform volunteers of policies, procedures, standards and the philosophy of Special Olympics Australia.  Work with volunteers to resolve grievances and promote cooperation and interest.  Prepare activity reports for the information of the Event Manager  Maintain accurate records and provide timely activity reports on volunteer participation to support the overall games implementation and evaluation plan.  Maintain regular communication with other event staff to ensure a consistent approach.</p><p> Attend all Games Organising Committee meetings planning sessions and report as required.  Submit a Post-Games Report by 1 May 2018.</p><p>The successful candidate will need:</p><p> At least 5 years’ experience managing and coordinating volunteer programs within a non- for profit environment;  Experience managing, leading and coaching staff and volunteers;  Excellent written and verbal communication skills;  Be passionate about people;  Strong organisational and coordination skills.</p><p>If this is the opportunity for you, please forward your resume with cover letter immediately to Terence Young, General Manager People and Culture on [email protected] . </p><p>Remuneration dependent on experience.</p><p>Special Olympics National Games 2018 | 16 – 20 April 2018 PO Box 57, West Beach, SA, 5024 Telephone: 08 8235 2925 | www.specialolympics.com.au/nationalgames2018</p>