Location: In-person - Sacramento, CA 
Duration: Volunteers require 2-6 hours/week, flexible start and end dats.

SCOPE OF WORK: 

The Donations Volunteer will work in coordination with the Resource & Partnership Development (RPD) department—specifically the Volunteer & Donation Coordinator—in organizing and distributing Contributions-in-Kind (CIK) donations, essential goods that the IRC receives and then donates to resettled refugee and immigrant populations. In this capacity, the volunteer will mainly be assisting in organizing donated goods, 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; 
  • 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; 
  • 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:  

  • Ability to lift 30lbs+ 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;  
  • 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.