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LifeWise Academy

Volunteer Elementary Teacher

Cary, NC · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Attend annual school open house and other outreach events as available * Maintain ongoing dialogue ... Build relationships with volunteers and keep them apprised of schedule changes * Submit regular ...

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How much do volunteer event jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer event in Raleigh, NC is $18.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $19.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a volunteer event coordinator?

To thrive as a Volunteer Event Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, time management, and experience in event planning or volunteer management, often supported by relevant coursework or volunteer experience. Familiarity with event management software, online registration platforms, and communication tools like email marketing systems is highly beneficial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities help you motivate volunteers and manage unexpected challenges. These competencies ensure successful event execution, high volunteer engagement, and positive participant experiences.

What are common challenges faced by volunteer event coordinators, and how can they be managed effectively?

Volunteer Event Coordinators often encounter challenges such as coordinating schedules among diverse volunteers, managing last-minute changes, and ensuring clear communication across all team members. These can be managed by using organizational tools like shared calendars, holding regular briefings, and fostering an open, supportive environment where feedback is encouraged. Proactively addressing potential issues, such as volunteer no-shows or resource shortages, with contingency plans can help events run smoothly and improve volunteer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Volunteer Event vs Volunteer Coordinator?

AspectVolunteer EventVolunteer Coordinator
Required CredentialsNone or basic trainingExperience in volunteer management, possibly certifications
Work EnvironmentEvent sites, community centersOffice settings, event planning environments
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, community organizationsNonprofits, charities, event organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Volunteer Events involve participating in specific activities or tasks during organized events, often on a temporary basis. Volunteer Coordinators plan, organize, and oversee these events, managing volunteers and logistics. While volunteers focus on helping during events, coordinators handle the planning and management aspects, requiring more experience and skills.

What is a volunteer event coordinator?

Volunteer Event coordinators are individuals responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing events that rely on volunteers. They recruit and manage volunteers, coordinate event logistics, and ensure the event runs smoothly. Their duties often include communicating with participants, handling registrations, and providing support before, during, and after the event. This role is essential for ensuring that charitable, community, or fundraising events achieve their objectives through effective volunteer engagement.
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Infographic showing various Volunteer Event job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,693 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Blood Drive Event Planner (Durham/ Raleigh)

The Blood Connection

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

The Blood Connection rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At The Blood Connection, every role plays a part in saving lives. Join our team and help make an impact in your community today!
Position Overview
As part of the Donor Resources Department, the Account Manager is responsible for the goal of a territory. This role is responsible for managing existing blood drive accounts, maximizing their production, finding new accounts, and working efficiently to best utilize corporate resources. This role works closely with the Donor Resource Department Management to meet and exceed the collection goals and inventory needs of The Blood Connection while building strong relationships in the territory. The Account Manager provides all necessary support to blood drive coordinators through personalized, consistent, and proactive planning, utilization of appropriate marketing and advertising tools, donor appointment management, and appropriate follow-up.
Essential Functions
  • Plan and execute effective strategies to recruit, retain, and manage sponsor group organizations and relationships to achieve territory blood collection goals
  • Establishes blood drive projections in line with Divisional resources and needs
  • Develop potential sponsor leads
  • Strategize recruitment tactics well in advance of blood drive date and adhere to drive planning best practices
  • Hold external stakeholders responsible for helping to achieve drive goals
  • Effectively communicates with donor chairpersons and donor groups pre, during and post drive event
  • Encourages creativity and successful campaigns to increase donor participation at blood drives
  • Implements all TBC marketing programs
  • Exhibit teamwork within division to help ensure Divisional goal is met
  • Establishes committees to recruit donors and volunteer at drives
  • Coordinates meetings and presentations within sponsor groups to teach donor recruitment techniques and encourage importance of each account hitting goal
  • Provides superior customer service to blood donors, blood donor groups, internal and external customers.
  • Establishes patronage and relationships with blood drive sponsor groups
  • Educates the community by attending health fairs and community/marketing events and giving presentations to spread the mission of The Blood Connection
  • Organizes meetings with sponsor contacts, committees, and/or employees to educate them and promote blood drives. Seeks out opportunities to speak at services at houses of worship
  • Seeks out supervisory, health/safety meetings, and employee meetings to further educate and recruit donors for blood drives
  • Builds strong relationships with sponsor groups to grow blood drives into more successful events

Minimum Qualifications
  • College degree preferred
  • Outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience.
  • Public Speaking-ability to sell The Blood Connection to all groups in the community by carrying our message of community service and the necessity of participation and support
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Valid Driver's License with no major infractions and dependable transportation
  • Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Sitting, standing, or walking for an extended period
  • Bending and twisting

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