Volunteer with Habitat
Did you know that volunteering a few hours a month could help change someone’s life forever?
Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County is a volunteer-driven organization. We welcome people from all walks of life to join us as we build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with hard-working families in need. By working side-by-side with the family who will live in the house, our volunteers experience for themselves the joy created when a family is able to realize their dream of home ownership.
We welcome individuals, community organizations, churches and businesses.
Habitat is seeking an administrative volunteer!
Goals and impact of the volunteer position
- Provide administrative support to the CEO & Project Manager
- Ensure streamlined and consistent data entry and donation tracking
- Increase the efficiency and the impact of Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County’s programs and processes
Location and service environment
- Position is partially hybrid with lots of tasks to be accomplished remotely if desired; some hours will be required in the office.
- Flexible schedule (Office open Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm
HFHFC ReStore
1145 Franklin Street
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
- Collaborative environment with open communication between staff and board members
- Flexible schedule with remote work possible
- Mission-driven atmosphere focused on the issue of affordable housing
- Respectful and inclusive environment
- Rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your community
Time commitment
- Typical time commitment for this role will average 5 hours per week
- Most work can be completed remotely if desired
Skills and qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Proficient in Word and Excel
- Comfortable using a computer
- Ability to follow directions and work independently
- Friendly and professional demeanor
Tasks and responsibilities
- Assist with data entry and database management, including CharityProud
- Prepare documents, reports and meeting materials, especially board meeting preparations
- Organization and filing of paperwork (physical and digital)
- Help with event preparation and organization
- Help with bulk mailings and fundraising efforts/correspondence
- Perform other clerical duties as assigned
- Scanning/copying materials & shredding
- Generate Thank you notes and Donation Receipts
- Sending volunteer emails
Benefits of volunteering
- Gain insight into the operation of a local nonprofit and the background of Habitat for Humanity
- A sense of purpose – your work helps Habitat transform lives
- Learn new skills
- Meet likeminded people looking to make a difference in the community
- Make a lasting impact on the lives of families served
How to get involved
Email Sheila@habitatfcva.org or call 540-483-8884 to get more information and indicate your interest in the position.