Volunteer Coordinator (volunteer position)

Position: Volunteer Coordinator (volunteer position)

Apply by: Sept 13, 2026

Volunteer Position

Hours: 8-10 hrs per week (will vary depending on volunteer availability and work planning)

Location: Canada (virtual)

About Sierra Club Canada Foundation

The Sierra Club Canada Foundation (SCCF) is Canada’s national grassroots environmental organisation working on environmental advocacy, conservation, and education. With a membership base across the country, we are committed to empowering people to be leaders in protecting, restoring, and enjoying healthy and safe ecosystems.

At its heart SCCF is a grassroots organisation, with a “think globally and act locally” philosophy. SCCF’s framework allows members to actively contribute to environmental causes that concern or inspire them, in a capacity that best suits their capabilities. Engaging with local officials, working collaboratively with local organisations, and a strong volunteer base has allowed Sierra Club to successfully engage in environmental campaigns that directly benefit both people and the planet.

Position Summary

SCCF is seeking a dedicated and skilled volunteer to take on recruitment and management of volunteers in our organization. Tasks include developing a volunteer management strategy, recruiting new volunteers, and posting and onboarding new volunteers to the organization.

Reporting to the Grassroots Engagement & Membership Coordinator, the successful candidate will provide leadership and support for staff members and Chapters in execution of our grassroots mandate. They will work collaboratively with SCCF staff and leadership volunteers to advance our mission of uniting people and communities to stand up for nature through justice‑driven, democratic action and nurturing hope, belonging, and bold leadership

If you are passionate about the environment and want to assist a dedicated team of staff and volunteers working together to achieve our mission, then we want to hear from you.

Candidates must be located in Canada. The candidate will be required to work from a home office.

Responsibilities and Scope

The Volunteer Coordinator will play a leadership role in:

• Developing a volunteer management strategy for the organization that aligns with organizational and internal policy structures (ie Personnel and Privacy Policies),
• Developing and implementing structures, channels and tactics to recruit and communicate with volunteers; and

• Supporting the volunteer needs of ongoing activities of the organization.

  Required Qualifications

• Passion for environment, nature and climate solutions
• At least 3 years’ experience in volunteer supervisions and recruitment
• Strong organizational skills and a familiarity with strategy development and implementation
• Familiar with principles of engagement organizing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must undergo a police records check for working with vulnerable populations (we will pay the fee)
• Fluent in English in written and verbal communication. Ability to speak French an asset
• Adept in Google Workspace as well as Canva
• Familiarity with CRM databases an asset

To Apply

Please let us know if you are interested in applying for this position by sending a brief (less than 500 words) paragraph outlining your experience and interest in the position to HR@sierraclub.ca.

Please include “Volunteer_Coordinator_YourFirst Name_YourLast Name” in the subject line of your email.

Your cover letter should:

1. Outline the relevant experience you have in relation to this position.
2. Explain why you are excited to join our team.
3. Demonstrate how your approach will help SCCF fulfil its mission.

We appreciate all candidates taking the time to apply. However only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SCCF is committed to inclusivity, equity, and diversity within our community. We seek to hire talent with a range of life experiences and perspectives, recognizing that our mission-driven work is best advanced by the contributions of people of all genders with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. We encourage applicants from all ages, cultures, races, religions, sexual orientation, gender identities or expressions, disability statuses, nationalities, or other statuses protected by law. Candidates who identify as part of a historically marginalized group are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter or application if they feel comfortable doing so. Where candidates’ qualifications are of equal merit, preference will be given to candidates who are members of historically marginalized groups.

Candidates with special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, should let us know by emailing us at HR@sierraclub.ca (with “Request for Accommodation” in the subject line). All information relating to accommodation needs will be addressed confidentially.