Volunteer Management Team Lead

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT TEAM LEADER

Team Leader, Volunteer Management [Volunteer Role]

Planet Watch is a nonprofit, volunteer‑driven environmental education initiative dedicated to making climate literacy accessible for all ages. We create clear, hopeful learning tools, youth‑friendly programs, and a curated online library that helps communities understand climate issues and take meaningful action.

The Role

Lead and support Planet Watch’s volunteer community by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, communication, and day‑to‑day engagement. This role ensures volunteers feel welcomed, informed, and connected, and that teams have the people and support they need to move projects forward smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, screening, and onboarding
• Maintain clear role descriptions and help match volunteers to suitable positions
• Provide steady communication, updates, and check‑ins with active volunteers
• Track volunteer participation, availability, and project assignments
• Support team leads by helping them identify volunteer needs and gaps
• Help foster an inclusive, supportive, and mission‑aligned volunteer culture
• Identify challenges early and work with leadership to resolve them
• Support a positive, collaborative environment for all contributors
• Lead a team of 4 or 5 people

Ideal For

A people‑focused, organized communicator who enjoys supporting teams, building relationships, and helping volunteers feel confident, connected, and valued.

Years of Experience

• 3-5 years in volunteer coordination, community management, HR support, or related roles

• Experience with nonprofit, educational, or environmental initiatives is an asset

• Comfort with simple digital tools for communication and tracking preferred

Time Commitment

Minimum 4-6 hours per week.

Eligibility

Candidates must reside in Canada and speak English.

All positions in Planet Watch are Voluntary