YMCA of Honolulu · 1 day ago
Program Director of Community Engagement and Volunteer Experience
YMCA of Honolulu is a leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Director of Community Engagement will lead volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention while coordinating mission-driven initiatives and providing leadership around staff experience and internal processes.
Health Wellness & Fitness
Responsibilities
Champion YMCA mission and values across YMCA of Honolulu and community
Build meaningful community partnerships and represent the Y in local networks and events
Support philanthropic efforts with volunteer to donor stewardship and campaign coordination
Recruit, onboard and engage volunteers to support the Kaimuki-Waialae YMCA and YMCA of Honolulu. This includes but not limited to the Community Board and volunteers for programs and operations
Enhance volunteer roles and support systems while working with all departments
Track volunteer impact and maintain engagement data
Maintain program registrations, reporting and administrative support for enrichment classes such as Dance and Martial Arts
Lead member communications, program logistics and schedules
Assist with branch special events
Serve as internal hub for communication and staff support
Assist with branch administrative functions such as vendor relationships, daily cash reports, petty cash, etc
Support risk management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Community Development, Social Work, Sociology, Communications, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
7+ years of progressive experience in community engagement, volunteer management, nonprofit programs, or social impact initiatives
Demonstrated leadership in volunteerism, including: Designing and scaling volunteer programs, Recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers, Creating meaningful, inclusive, and impact-driven volunteer experiences
Strong community connection experience, with a proven ability to: Build and sustain partnerships with community-based organizations, nonprofits, faith-based groups, schools, and civic leaders, Serve as a trusted representative and ambassador within the community, Center community voice, equity, and lived experience in program design
Experience in philanthropy and charitable initiatives, including: Managing or supporting grantmaking, sponsorships, donations, or giving programs, Aligning philanthropic investments with community needs and organizational mission, Collaborating with fundraising, development, or CSR teams
Strategic program leadership experience, including: Program design, implementation, and evaluation, Budget oversight and resource allocation, Staff and/or cross-functional team leadership
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and inspire participation
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Benefits
Free Y membership with employment
Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.
Company
YMCA of Honolulu
Youth and Family Wellness
Funding
Current Stage
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