Transport Manager (Vounteer)

Established in 2016, Fetch + Releash is a volunteer run dog rescue dedicated to saving dogs in need. Our foster dogs come from a variety of different backgrounds such as pounds and shelters, strays and surrendered pets, both locally and abroad. Through our network of volunteers, foster homes, trainers and veterinarians, we strive to give every dog the loving forever family they deserve. As a foster-based dog rescue, our foster dogs live in private homes across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) where they receive the love and attention they need to prepare them for adoption.

Our Mission

Adoption

By collaborating with local and international communities, our mission is to save dogs in danger of homelessness, abuse, neglect or euthanasia. Once in our care, we match each dog with the loving forever family they deserve.

Advocacy

In addition to re-homing dogs, we are passionate about advocating for animal rights and educating the public on relevant issues such as:

• Backyard breeding
• Overpopulation and the importance of spay & neuter
• Chained animals

Dogs are sentient beings with the right to nutritious food, a life enriched with adequate exercise and mental stimulation, veterinary care and love.

Education

A dog is a lifetime commitment and not to be discarded due to health, lifestyle change or inconvenience. Some of the top reasons dogs end up in shelters are lack of training, lifestyle changes (i.e. new baby, marriage), relocation, cost of dog ownership, not enough time for pet etc. Our goal is to ensure our adoptive families are well versed in the realities of dog ownership and ready to make a lifetime commitment.

Volunteer Commitment
Fetch + Releash is powered by dedicated volunteers. Communication, accountability, commitment, and reliability are key to our success in finding dogs their forever homes.

Before applying, please ensure volunteering fits into your current commitments.

Your support makes a difference!

Position Summary:

Ensure our rescue efforts run smoothly behind the scenes by coordinating transportation support. As Transport Manager, you'll maintain an up-to-date list of volunteer drivers, track routes and coverage areas, and identify where help is needed. You'll gather info from WhatsApp chats to keep transport data current, and work closely with foster coordinators to recommend drivers for routes needed. Your leadership and organizational skills will help keep every dog moving toward their safe haven.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain updated list of drivers, including home location and routes driven
• Identify areas with transport gaps and recruit accordingly
• Review WhatsApp chat to build and refine accurate driver database
• Guide coordinators on which drivers to approach for routes

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of Transport Team and under the guidance and direction of the Managing Partners, works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Remote
• Training provided; a computer with a camera is required
• 5 hours per week availability

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Professional and Reliable Demonstrates accountability and consistency in managing transport logistics and team communications.
• Dog Safety May be required to do Lost Dog Prevention Safety chats with transporters that are transporting dogs
• Detail-Oriented Maintains accurate records of driver locations, routes, and availability, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Excellent Communication Skills Clearly conveys transport needs, coordinates with team members, and resolves issues confidently and respectfully.
• Leadership Skills Takes initiative to identify transport gaps, guide foster coordinators, and support volunteers with strategic recommendations.
• Organizational Skills Efficiently manages databases, WhatsApp threads, and volunteer outreach with structure and clarity.
• Knowledge of Regional Geography Understands key rescue and foster areas to optimize driver coverage and reduce travel time.
• Tech-Savvy Comfortable using digital tools like WhatsApp and spreadsheets to gather and update driver information.
• Team Player Collaborates closely with foster coordinators to ensure smooth placements and timely transport support.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

• Join a community of supportive dog lovers.
• Training, resources, and guidance.
• Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.
• Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to helping dogs find their forever homes
• Exclusive virtual and in-person events for active volunteers only

We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash apply for this role.