Volunteer Management 101

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT 101

Does your role on campus involve interacting with or managing volunteers? Volunteers are a unique population and thus, a unique approach is required to successfully integrate volunteers into your practice. Drawing on learnings from courses taken through Humber College’s Volunteer Management Leadership certificate program, this session will discuss best practices and current trends in the field of Volunteer Management. Using theories and national standards, this session will look at the cycle of a volunteer, how to engage partners, and ways to strengthen a volunteer program. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas and engage in discussion with the ultimate goal of developing strong volunteers and a successful volunteer experience for all stakeholders. Finally, resources for further learning will be shared and discussed.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Introduce staff to the Volunteer Management Cycle
  • Share best practices and current trends in the field of Volunteer Management
  • Provide staff with resources for further learning and development

Key Themes:

  • Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • Supporting Students

Presenter: 

Victoria Gadon works as a Student Advisor with Co-operative Education & Career Action. Prior to joining CECA, Victoria worked in Housing & Residence Life at both UW & Queen's University, working with both student staff and volunteers. She is currently working towards a certificate in Volunteer Management Leadership from Humber College.


Session:

April 5, 2017
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
STC 0060

Accessibility

The University of Waterloo is committed to providing barrier-free access and equal opportunities to all individuals with disabilities. We strive to create an inclusive environment that is welcoming and supportive of everyone, regardless of their abilities. OHD encourages a scent-free environment in our in-person learning and development events.

If you require any additional accommodations or have any questions about accessibility, please connect with our OHD Events and Programs Coordinator, Krystal Mittler at krystal.mittler@uwaterloo.ca. We are committed to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in our learning and development event. Please note that certain accommodations may require time to arrange.


The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within our Office of Indigenous Relations