Volunteer Manager (Contract), Rhode Island So

United Way of Rhode Island•Providence, RI

4d•$30 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

United Way of Rhode Island is seeking a Volunteer Manager (Contract) to support the planning and execution of Rhode Island Summer of Soccer 2026 volunteer program. This contractor will be responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and supporting hundreds of volunteers across 39 days of programming, serving as a key operational leader during live activations. This role is execution-focused, fast-paced, and highly visible, requiring strong volunteer management experience and the ability to lead in real-time, high-pressure environments.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in volunteer management, event operations, or large-scale community engagement.
Demonstrated experience managing high-volume volunteers across multiple locations.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during peak event periods.
Comfortable operating as an independent contractor in a collaborative nonprofit environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with diverse communities; multilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, and manage a diverse, statewide volunteer corps reflective of Rhode Island’s communities and the global audience.
Partner with nonprofits, community-based organizations, and corporate partners to mobilize volunteers, including those supported through community micro-grants.
Support outreach to multilingual and underrepresented populations.
Coordinate volunteer orientations and trainings aligned with Rhode Island Summer of Soccer 2026.
Manage training logistics, including locations, schedules, materials, and attendance tracking.
Ensure volunteers are fully prepared to serve as ambassadors for Rhode Island.
Utilize UWRI’s Volunteer Center platform to schedule volunteers across multiple sites and shifts.
Coordinate placements at: T.F. Green International Airport Train stations across Rhode Island Fan zones, visitor centers, and community events
Assist with real-time schedule adjustments during live programming.
Serve as a primary point of contact for volunteers during deployment.
Availability to support volunteer operations during evenings, nights, and weekends as needed throughout the activation period.
Support volunteer check-in, communication, and issue resolution across sites.
Maintain volunteer morale, engagement, and retention throughout the activation period.
Work closely with the Director of Business Development and UWRI staff to align execution with statewide strategy.
Track volunteer engagement data, hours, and participation metrics.
Contribute to post-event evaluation and legacy planning documentation.