Location: Hybrid - Sacramento, CA 
Duration: Internships require a commitment of 4 months, 15 hours/week, or minimum of 240 hours total. Volunteers require 3-6 hours/week, 4 months minimum.

SCOPE OF WORK: 

The Donation Ambassador Volunteer will work in coordination with the Resource & Partnership Development (RPD) department in procuring, organizing, and distributing Contributions-in-Kind (CIK), essential goods that the IRC receives and then donates to resettled refugee and immigrant populations. In this capacity, the volunteer will reach out to potential donors from the surrounding community, procure and organize donated goods, assist in assembling and distributing client requests, and providing general maintenance of IRC storage facilities. Volunteers may also assist with donation valuations, record keeping, improving donation infrastructure and data systems. 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Work closely with the Volunteer & Donation Coordinator as a point of contact for donations-related dialogue;
  • Procure new in-kind donations from the surrounding community, mainly through social media resources including Offer Up, Facebook Marketplace, Buy Nothing Facebook Groups, etc.;
  • Research donation opportunities from garage sales, estate sales, faith-based organizations, corporate offices, and other community sources;
  • Support the tracking and valuation of donations received;
  • Assemble donation kits, client donation requests from inventory in the warehouse;
  • Distribute CIK donations either via scheduled pickups from the office storage closet or via scheduled deliveries;
  • Maintain IRC storage facilities, including the warehouse and office storage closet, by organizing shelves and maintaining general tidiness;
  • Perform administrative tasks that assist in streamlining processes;
  • Support the Volunteer & Donation Coordinator with other duties, as needed. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Driving is required; must possess a valid driver’s license, proof of active auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation; work-related driving is eligible for reimbursement at the charitable mileage rate;
  • Ability to lift 10-20lbs safely;
  • Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment;
  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively;
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work product;
  • Strong verbal and written skills in English; 
  • Must be comfortable with donor outreach via phone and email;
  • Proficient in digital communications and technology with strong organizational skills;
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural, team-based environment;
  • Digital fluency with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other online platforms;
  • Availability during IRC’s standard business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) is required. 

TO APPLY: 

Complete an online application at https://irc-global.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteer. Please submit a resume and cover letter (including desired position, availability and motivation for applying). You will be contacted for a phone screening and next steps. All volunteer and internships are part-time, unpaid positions and contingent upon clearing a $40 background check.
 
If your school requires any documentation or agreement for a volunteer or internship position, please reach out to volunteersacramento@rescue.org prior to the phone screening.