recruiting and retaining volunteers - gamma phi beta · 2017-03-09 · volunteer recruitment. ......
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Learning Objectives
• Examine Gamma Phi Beta resources for volunteer recruitment.
• Develop a plan to onboard new volunteers.
• Describe strategies for retaining volunteers.
Brainstorm
Which aspect of this session are you more interested in learning about:
RECRUITMENT or RETENTION?
Example One
The Theta Nu AHC is seeking a volunteer to be our secretary. This position will work with the full board and provide
support for general functions. If interested, please submit applications
via email by April 12, 2017.
Example Two
The Theta Nu Affiliated House Corporation board is looking for an organized and enthusiastic sister to
join our team as secretary. Duties for this position include recording
minutes, counter-signing official documents, maintaining official
records and maintaining the safe deposit box.
Example Two (continued)
If you enjoy making an impact and working with collegiate and alumnae
women alike, please apply. A communication or public relations
background and previous experience serving as secretary is desired. If this sounds like the perfect job for you,
please apply via email by April 12, 2017.
Recruitment via Interviewing
• Values-Based
• Mutual-Selection Process
• Similar mindset: potential new members (PNMs) and new volunteers
Interview Guides
• Definition
• Ways to Demonstrate the Skill
• Interview Questions
• Scoring
• Use the interview guides at your table to create a list of 5-6 questions for an interview.
Making a Plan - Example
• Compliance
– What types of documents, policies, or manuals do you need your volunteer to be familiar with?
– How would you check to see if the volunteer understood the content of the document?
– Write 1-2 action items for each level of onboarding. Make sure to include a deadline.
Retention Strategies
• Onboarding plan
• Regular check-in’s
• Recognition and celebration
• Pay attention to motivation factors
• Incorporate sisterhood activities into every board meeting
• Ensure the volunteer gets more than they give
• Seek feedback from your volunteers
Review of Learning
• Examined Gamma Phi Beta resources for volunteer recruitment.
• Developed a plan to onboard new volunteers.
• Described strategies for retaining volunteers.
Debrief
• What is your biggest takeaway from today’s program?
• What will you start or stop doing as a result of today’s program?