NYC Asian Women's Center - Volunteer Coordinator

Volunteer Coordinator
New York Asian Women's Center, New York, NY

Founded in 1982, the New York Asian women’s Center is the first organization on the East Coast to address the issues of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Asian communities, With the only 24-hour multi-lingual hotline and shelter program for battered Asian women, the Center provides counseling and advocacy to Asian battered women, children who have witnessed domestic violence, and sexual assault survivors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers and interns
• Oversee and promote volunteer activities with staff and volunteers
• Promote programs and partnerships with other organizations
• Serve as a liaison between staff and volunteers
• Represent agency at outreach and fundraising events
• Provide office coverage and emergency back-up for hotline on a rotational basis
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in volunteering and working with volunteers
• Ability to be highly organized, self-directing, and motivated
• Must be courteous, professional, diplomatic and patient
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Knowledge of Asian culture, language preferred
• Ability to work well with others
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines and adapt to changing deadlines
• Flexible hours required, including some weekday nights and weekends

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

The New York Asian women’s center is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply:
FAX RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
(212) 587-5731
Attention: EC

OR E-MAIL TO: ecroxton@nyawc.org

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