Volunteer Recruitment/Onboarding Volunte

Volunteer Recruitment / Onboarding Support Volunteer

RISE Travel Institute is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to create a more just and equitable world through travel education. We envision a world where travelers practice and promote responsible, impactful, sustainable, and ethical travel that uplifts global communities and protects natural ecosystems. RISE Travel Institute is run entirely by remote-based volunteers who are dedicated to inspiring travelers to create positive social, economic, and environmental impact on travel destinations.

We are looking for an experienced Volunteer Recruitment and Onboarding Support Volunteer to join our team. You will help with recruitment, onboarding, retention, and offboarding efforts to support RISE’s mission and operational sustainability.

You will be part of a dedicated and talented global team in an asynchronous remote setting. If you have the passion for our mission, the background for this position, and would like to join our team in mainstreaming sustainable travel through education, we’d be happy to welcome you!

Click to: Apply to volunteer with RISE Travel Institute

Volunteer Activities

Assist with recruiting volunteers, creating role postings, sharing opportunities with networks, and support screening
Help onboard new volunteers and assist with basic paperwork and welcome communications
Support volunteer offboarding and conduct exit check-ins
Help prepare and maintain accessible documents summarizing RISE policies and volunteer guidelines
Respond to basic volunteer queries promptly and professionally, escalating sensitive or complex matters to Executive Director
Provide project support as needed (data entry, scheduling, or outreach
Attend RISE team meetings and events when available
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing learning, inclusive collaboration, and thoughtful awareness of bias
Model and promote equity, inclusion, and accessibility in fundraising communications, donor outreach, and supporter engagement efforts. Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous personal learning in these areas

Qualifications

Strong editing, writing, and verbal communication skills
Comfortable using Slack, Google Docs, Gmail, recruitment systems
Able to communicate and follow process to meet deadlines and schedules
Well-organized and systems-oriented; experience with Slack automations a plus
Strong organizational skills and confidentiality for handling volunteer records
Demonstrated commitment to sustainable travel, sustainability, and social justice
Ability to communicate effectively across teams and explain concepts in plain language
Helpful/Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or 3+ years of experience in volunteer management, recruitment, or related roles

Volunteer Commitments Requested

We ask all volunteers to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
Volunteers typically contribute four (4) hours per week, on a flexible schedule
We request a one-year period of service to support program continuity and cohesion

Compensation & Perks

Compensation:

This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Perks:

Discounts on RISE Experiential Journeys, other events, and opportunities
Complimentary or discounted access to select online programs and courses
Strengthen your expertise with skills related to your career
Access to first-hand insights into the latest developments in sustainable travel
Connect and network with the sustainable travel global community at our events
Be a part of a growing nonprofit making a difference in travel education

How to Apply

Submit a volunteer interest form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQGKmwqYFYGjllgv0UmXYnE16zTbTkH4pGdUWlDUGhsmA5sw/viewform

We review submissions on a rolling basis and will typically be in touch with next steps within approximately 7 days.

Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-oppression are imperative to upholding the mission of RISE Travel Institute. We are an Equal Opportunity Organization and we strive to create an inclusive learning and working environment where individual differences are respected, valued and embraced. We share a passion for improving people's lives. We are committed to diversity in our recruitment and encourage people to apply from historically underrepresented groups. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our team members’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

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RISE Travel Institute is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit under EIN#85-1525205 http://www.risetravelinstitute.org