About Team Everest
Team Everest is a nonprofit organization founded and headed by Karthee Vidya from 2006. Our primary focus area is promoting volunteering and providing education.
We are a team that is crazy about volunteering. Team Everest believes in the power of every persons endless love and wants to tap that potential to make a difference in this world.
Organisation Info
- Office Address: Team Everest office 148 2nd St Lakshmi Nagar Shanthi Nagar Chromepet Chennai Tamil Nadu 600044. (Backside of Chromepet Sarava Stores)
- Website
Team Everest is now certified Great Place to work for the Financial Year
Job Description
We are looking for a passionate and energetic fresher to join our Volunteer Service Team at Team Everest. As a fresher you will have the opportunity to coordinate and manage volunteering programs both onsite and virtual while making a positive impact in communities and educational institutions. This role offers a handson experience in managing volunteer activities building partnerships and executing projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and Execute Volunteering Programs: Organize and run both inperson and virtual volunteering activities in your city.
- Volunteer Management: Engage with volunteers mobilize and manage them effectively for various programs.
- Beneficiary Visits: Visit schools colleges and communities to identify and shortlist beneficiaries for the programs.
- Partnership Development: Identify build and maintain partnerships with local organizations corporates and vendors.
- Vendor Coordination and Material Procurement: Engage with vendors and manage the procurement of materials as needed.
- Data Tracking and Reporting: Monitor program progress track data and prepare reports to share with stakeholders.
- Project Management: Take responsibility for overall project management in your city ensuring smooth operations and successful program execution.
- Daily Operations: Manage daily activities and tasks associated with volunteer programs and events.
- Creative Problem Solving: Identify challenges and develop innovative solutions to enhance the effectiveness of programs.
Requirements
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and the local language of the city you are applying for.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact and communicate effectively with volunteers beneficiaries vendors and other stakeholders.
Organizational Skills: Excellent planning and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing guidelines and program requirements.
Computer Skills: Good knowledge of MS Office and general computer skills.
Driving Skills: Possession of a twowheeler and driving skills are desirable for local travel.
Work Ethic: A strong work ethic with a passion for learning and working independently or as part of a team.
Willingness to Travel: Ready to travel locally within the city and occasionally intercity when required.
Benefits
- Education: Graduate/Postgraduate degree. Degrees in Social Work (BSW/MSW) are preferred but candidates with any degree are welcome to apply.
- Volunteering Experience: Prior volunteering experience is an advantage demonstrating your commitment and passion for social impact.
Preferred Skills
- Innovative Thinking: Ability to think creatively and come up with new ideas and solutions for program challenges.
- ProblemSolving Skills: Strong analytical and innovative problemsolving skills to address and resolve issues effectively.
- Persuasive Skills: Ability to persuade and motivate volunteers and partners fostering collaboration and participation.
Other Information
- Scope: Fulltime
- Probationary period 3 months
- Willing to work with Team Everest for minimum 2 years
- Designation: You will be designated as Volunteer Services Fellow
- Working days: Monday to Friday 2 working Saturdays a month
- Office Timing: 9.30 am to 6.30 pm
- Office Address: Team Everest office 148 2nd St Lakshmi Nagar Shanthi Nagar Chromepet Chennai Tamil Nadu 600044. (Backside of Chromepet Sarava Stores)
- Joining Date: Immediate
- NonChennai Employees Travel to Chennai for training programs and quarterly meetings as and when required (Travel & Accommodation will be taken care by Team Everest)
You should have excellent English communication and writing skills. Be able to express ideas clearly and explain solutions in a simple way. A keen eye for detail to make sure no issues are missed. Any degree is accepted, but what matters most is your willingness to learn and help solve problems. Positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a team. Support during weekends and holidays to solve queries on time.