Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Master Electricians Australia is a national leading industry body which sets the benchmark of excellence for the electrical industry across Australia. We are widely recognised as the electrical contractor's leading business partner, knowledge source and advocate.

We are actively searching for a dynamic and self-motivated individual to join our Operations team in the role of Branch Engagement Coordinator on a full-time basis. This presents an excellent opportunity to offer assistance to MEA Branch Coordinators, Committees and MEA’s Charity – MEA Power Up - across the National MEA network. The successful candidate will be responsible for crafting an engagement strategy that aligns with MEA's mission. In this position, you will collaborate closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the availability of optimal opportunities and channels for Volunteer Engagement within MEA.

You will work alongside branch coordinators, providing guidance, support, tools and training to facilitate the efficient coordination of all volunteers. This role requires a proactive approach to foster a positive and impactful volunteer experience in line with MEA's objectives. If you thrive in an environment that values teamwork, embraces industry standards, encourages continuous learning, offers flexibility, and prioritises member satisfaction, this position will empower you to make a tangible impact.

The Role 

• Contribute to developing a Volunteer Engagement strategy that reflects best practice and supports MEA's mission
• Develop and implement a volunteer framework and program across MEA that includes initiatives and activities that support ongoing Volunteer Engagement, development and upskilling to increase the capability and capacity of MEA
• Be the first point of call for branch coordinators to ensure they are meeting role responsibilities 
• Assist in the coordination of online and face to face induction sessions for new volunteers as well as training updates for existing volunteers
• Provide support services to branches as required to run committee meetings, including, scheduling of meetings, sending of notices, preparing meeting templates and agendas, ensuring minutes are taken and circulated and directing meeting outcomes to the appropriate internal MEA resource for action.
• Promote ideas and activities that recognise and reward the volunteer’s contribution across the organisation.
• Develop systems to provide opportunities for volunteers to provide feedback and contribute to MEA’s processes and systems.
• Coordinate and help organise events held by each of the Branch’s and provide appropriate support to the Branch Coordinators in running those events. This will include venue booking, catering, guest speaker bookings and liaising with Marketing to promote events to the local member base.
• Partner with the Marketing team to drive engagement on social mediate, with partners and in the community.

We Offer:

• An immediate start
• A flexible approach to work
• A respected member focused organisation with stability and security
• Support and guidance from an experienced team
• A positive and rewarding team culture
• An environment where great work is recognised and rewarded
• Up to date technology and a modern office environment - Fortitude Valley location

To join the team you will have gained significant experience in developing and successfully implementing Volunteer Engagement strategies and programs in a not-for-profit environment. 

Additionally, the ideal applicant has:

• a relevant qualification such as Certificate IV in Volunteer Program management or equivalent 
• Preferred experience in volunteer lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience with relationship building and proven ability to liaise at all levels within the organisation and external organisations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build rapport quickly and work with people at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong attention to detail and a dedication to data integrity. 

MEA Benefits

What makes MEA special? When you join MEA, you not only get to work with an outstanding team of high-performing people, but you're also supported to continue your own personal growth and development in an inclusive and flexible environment, with benefits including:

• Attractive salary packaging options;
• Professional development opportunities (both formal and informal learning opportunities);
• A Rewards and Recognition program;
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave;
• Wellness initiatives including; 'ME Days' - 1 day gifted leave per quarter and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FBT rebatable employer
• Daily Breakfast and espresso coffee 
• Flu Vaccinations (optional) 

We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Still Keen?

Click the apply button to submit your application. For more information contact our People & Engagement team at **@mea.asn.au