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Rescue for Life International

Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Volunteer Job Description: Volunteer Administrative Assistant

Organization: Rescue For Life International
Location: Remote / In-Person at Ellicott City, Maryland
Reports To: Executive Director

Purpose of the Role

The Volunteer Administrative Assistant serves as a vital support pillar for Rescue for Life International. By managing essential "behind-the-scenes" operational details, you enable our teams to deploy rapid, immediate relief and maintain care continuity for women and children navigating severe distress. This role transforms heartfelt empathy into structured, real-world community action.

Key Responsibilities

  • Communication Support: Manage incoming calls and the general administration email account, responding to public inquiries with exceptional warmth, clarity, and professionalism.
     

  • Data Management: Assist in maintaining our donor and partner databases to ensure supporters stay seamlessly connected to our active programs.
     

  • Documentation: Help organize digital files, log meeting minutes, and compile impact reports.
     

  •  Scheduling: Coordinate operational calendars for organizational events, outreach programs, and coordinator meetings.
     

  • Special Projects: Provide administrative assistance for seasonal fundraising campaigns, community awareness events, and launch initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

  • A profound commitment to our core values of compassion, unconditional inclusion, and immediate action.
     

  • Strong organizational skills, a high level of accountability, and sharp attention to detail.
     

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) or Microsoft Office platforms.
     

  • Ability to manage sensitive information with absolute confidentiality and privacy.
     

  • Clear, compassionate, and welcoming written and verbal communication skills.

Commitment & Impact

  • Time Commitment: 4 hours per week. The assistant manages communication remote loops during standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM). Schedules are flexible, requiring a brief weekly alignment check-in on Tuesday mornings.
     

  • Your Impact: Your administrative excellence serves as an operational engine, ensuring that no sudden cry for help goes unanswered and that every distribution resource is tracked with flawless stewardship.

Benefits

  • The opportunity to deliver immediate, tangible relief to vulnerable local families hidden in plain sight.
     

  • Professional hands-on experience in nonprofit administration, data tracking, and agile operational management.
     

  • A supportive, welcoming, and high-integrity team environment.

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