VOLUNTEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Dec 29, 2025 - The Volunteer completes all steps to become an "Approved Volunteer," including submitting the Volunteer/Intern Application and Agreement, and signing required acknowledgements and policies before interacting independently with students. This role requires the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, and maintain strict confidentiality. The volunteer also commits to the Oath of Confidentiality, Code of Ethics, and all related policies concerning background checks, child protection, substance use, and medical information release.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Volunteer Resume
- Program Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Data Management
- Assignment Tracking
- Status Reporting
- Policy Compliance
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Training Facilitation
- Data Analysis
- Marketing Strategy
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Relationship Building
- Leadership Support
- Attention Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability

Summary of Volunteer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Information Technology with 3 years of Experience
- Must have certification in volunteer management or equivalent.
- Experience in coordinating volunteer programs.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Able to pay strict attention to detail and accuracy.
- Must have skills and experience in various social media platforms.
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, databases, and the internet.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
2. BA in Communications with 1 year of Experience
- Must be passionate about trees, species identification, and machine learning algorithms.
- Must be comfortable using computers and learning a new program/tool.
- Ability to be detail-oriented, organized, and quality-focused.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
3. BA in Human Resources Management with 2 years of Experience
- Previous experience in project management (may include research or internship).
- Able to organize, collaborate, and be detail-oriented.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Strong sense of responsibility.
- Fluent in Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Indonesian, and/or other languages.
4. BS in Psychology with 1 year of Experience
- Must complete all requirements to be an ''Approved Volunteer'' before coming on site and being left alone with students.
- Must complete the Volunteer/Intern Application and Volunteer Agreement, sign and commit to the Oath of Confidentiality, Code of Ethics, Acknowledgement of Background Process, Acknowledgement of Child Abuse and the Drug Free Policies, Authorization for the Release of Medical Information.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.