Volunteer Management Resources
Links to volunteer management good practice guides and resources
A comprehensive catalogue of volunteer management resources and good practice guides, sourced from volunteer management websites from around the world.
Categories
The papers and guides have been placed into relevant categories (see below), which correspond with the ‘lifecycle’ of a volunteer placement; from planning for a volunteer programme, the various stages of the recruitment process, effective management of volunteers involved, through to ‘exit strategies’.
Please note: these resources are provided as a service only. Attend accepts no responsibility for the content of external links.
Hold on to what you’ve got: the volunteer retention literature
This article is based on a review of research-based literature, carried out to identify that influence an individual’s decision to continue volunteering and to look at the aspects of policy and practice that may affect them. A substantial segment of the article is dedicated to “personal factors and life events” that may contribute to a volunteer leaving or continuing.
Author: Micheal Locke, Angela Ellis and Justin Davis Smith, 2003
Publisher: Institute for Volunteering Research
https://repository.uel.ac.uk/item/8693q
Tips for Involving Volunteers
Guidance on planning for volunteer involvement. Focuses on why and how to involve volunteers, who has what responsibilities and at what cost.
Author: Volunteering Australia, 2005
Publisher: Yumpu
https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/view/41325709/tips-for-involving-volunteers-volunteering-australia
Planning a Volunteer Position
Worksheet that assists in deciding what types of volunteers could be of assistance. Covers potential task areas and assessing managerial readiness.
Author: Energize Inc., 2018
Publisher: WordPress
https://iuristebi.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/planning-a-volunteer-position.pdf
The Executive Role in Volunteer Program Success
A summary by Volunteering England of Susan Ellis’ key points to ensure volunteer involvement is clearly thought out and has top management support.
Author: Susan J Ellis in Volunteering England, 1996
Publisher: Philadelphia: Energize, Inc.
https://www.energizeinc.com/store/top_down
Developing and Managing Volunteers
A comprehensive course outline. Pages 3.4 -3.6 (pages 39-41 on the pdf) highlights the steps involved in planning a volunteer programme and volunteer roles.
Author: Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2005
Publisher: Federal Emergency Management Agency
https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/downloads/is244.pdf
Writing a Volunteer Strategy
First two sections highlight the need to ask why volunteers need to be involved and who should be consulted in this, including staff, client and funders.
Author: NCVO, 2021
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/understanding-volunteering/writing-a-volunteer-strategy/
Volunteering in Emergencies
Pages 14-22 – covers critical elements of volunteer resource planning in emergency situations.
Author: Volunteering Red Cross
Publisher: Volunteering Red Cross
https://volunteeringredcross.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Volunteering-in-emergencies-LR.pdf
Volunteer Matching: Finding the Right Role for Every Volunteer
Sometimes, we need to think about creating a role around a volunteer, rather than fitting a volunteer into a role. This article by Tobi Johnson, outlines some really helpful pointers.
Author: Tobi Johnson, 2023
Publisher: Volunteer Pro
https://volpro.net/volunteer-matching-finding-the-right-role-for-every-volunteer/
Managing for success: volunteers’ views on involvement and success
This report provides the outcomes of a survey designed to explore the ways in which volunteers are supported and managed, and their reflections on these interventions.
Author: Joanna Machin and Angela Ellis Paine, 2008
Publisher: Institute for Volunteering Research
http://volunteertolearn.eu/files/2013/06/Managing-for-Success-in-the-UK.pdf
Designing Volunteer Roles and Position Descriptions
Outlines key principle of designing volunteer roles. Includes consulting paid staff, clients and funders, and outlines the structure of a role description.
Author: Volunteering Australia, 2007
Publisher: Volunteering Australia
https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/uploads/Volunteering_Australia_Volunteer_Roles_Toolkit+1-1.pdf
Designing Volunteer Role Descriptions
Covers how volunteer roles can be defined and how they are different to paid roles. Includes, mission and values, duties, qualities required, who are internal and external customers, responsibilities etc. Provides volunteer role description templates.
Author: Volunteer Ireland
Publisher: Volunteer Ireland
https://www.volunteer.ie/resource_library/designing-volunteer-role-descriptions/
Volunteer Recruitment Plan Template: The Complete Guide for Your Nonprofit
An article which summarises general recruitment issues and has a useful generic template for a volunteer role description and volunteer specification.
Author: Tobi Johnson, 2022
Publisher: VolunteerPro
https://volpro.net/volunteer-recruitment-plan-template/
Developing and Managing Volunteers
A comprehensive course outline by FEMA. Page 3.8 on the pdf – Designing volunteer role descriptions (from McCurley & Vineyard).
Author: FEMA,2006
Publisher: Federal Emergency Management Agency
https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/downloads/is244.pdf
Designing Volunteer Roles
Covers how task analysis relates to skills, knowledge and experience required, and who should be involved in the process of role design and at what stage.
Author: The Ayrshire Community Trust, 2014
Publisher: The Ayrshire Community Trust
https://www.tact.scot/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Designing-Volunteer-Task-Desriptions.pdf
Designing Job Descriptions for Volunteers
Outlines how need for volunteer placements can be explored by conducting ‘support task audit’. Provides suggested structure for role description and checklist.
Author: Australian Institute of Community Practice and Governance, 2002
Publisher: Australian Institute of Community Practice and Governance
http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/management/view_help_sheet.do
Creative Volunteer Roles
Examples that highlight how volunteer roles can be created from the specific needs of a volunteer programme.
Author: Susan J Ellis, 1993
Publisher: The Non-Profit Times
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/npcrea.html
Volunteer recruitment policy.
An example volunteer recruitment policy. They have added the stages of recruitment involving advertising all the way through to post-recruitment mentoring.
Author: Charities Regulator
Publisher: Charities Regulator
https://www.charitiesregulator.ie/media/1807/sample-volunteer-recruitment-policy.docx
How to Develop a Digital Marketing Volunteer Recruitment Plan
A short and simple article to help build your own media strategy focusing on volunteer recruitment.
Author: Tobi Johnson, 2020
Publisher: VolunteerPro
https://volpro.net/volunteer-recruitment-plan/
Where should we place our volunteer ads?
A list of ideas for the positioning of volunteer recruitment adverts online.
Author: Girlguiding
Publisher: Girlguiding
https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/globalassets/docs-and-resources/growing-and-promoting-guiding/online-recruitment-platforms.pdf
What young people want from volunteering
Researches what young people want from volunteering, Highlights need to market volunteering effectively to young audiences, and suggests strategies for change.
Author: Katharine Gaskin, 1998
Publisher: Institute for Volunteering Research
http://ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2020-04/What_young_people_want_from_volunteering.pdf
Guide to Volunteer Recruitment
Broad coverage of the systematic recruitment process, from volunteer resource planning, through job design, to recruitment strategies.
Author: qgiv.com
Publisher: qgiv.com
https://www.qgiv.com/blog/volunteer-recruitment/
How to Create a Volunteer Recruitment Plan: 5 Strategies
This article discusses the process of developing a recruitment plan, methods of recruitment and offers tips for recruiting.
Author: Boomerang
Publisher: Bloomerang
https://bloomerang.co/blog/volunteer-recruitment-plan/
Volunteer Ideas Based on the Myers/Briggs Temperament
Visit this page for ideas, suggestions and hints to build volunteer recruitment capacity.
Author: Maria Walley
Publisher: Grotto Network
https://grottonetwork.com/make-an-impact/volunteer/ways-to-volunteer-myers-briggs/
The Seven Deadly Sins of Recruiting Volunteers
Highlights key areas to avoid when recruiting volunteers. Useful to run through in the light of your current recruitment strategies.
Author: Thomas W McKee, 2005
Publisher: Federation of American Women’s Club Overseas
https://www.fawco.org/images/stories/Regionals/2014/Region%204/The%20Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%20of%20Recruiting%20Volunteers.pdf
How to Recruit Volunteers from Start to Finish
Outlines how to prepare for recruiting volunteers. Considers volunteering motives. Outlines pros and cons of various recruitment methods; Considers diversity.
Author: Tatiana Morand, 2019
Publisher: Wild Apricot
https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/how-to-recruit-volunteers
Volunteer Recruitment Strategies
Describes different volunteer recruitment strategies. Discusses how existing volunteers can recruit others. Key qualities of effective recruiters are those that are active, passionate and can communicate.
Author: Alice Turnbull, 2021
Publisher: Rostefy
https://www.rosterfy.com/blog/20-creative-ways-to-recruit-great-volunteers
How Do We Get the Younger Generation to Volunteer
Looks at the nature of younger volunteers and challenges this brings to the volunteering organisation. Considers impatience, adaptability and multi-tasking in particular.
Author: Sayana Azmailova, 2021
Publisher: Wild Apricot
https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/young-volunteers
Getting to Yes – Strategies for Volunteer Recruitment
Strategic tips to encourage people to volunteer.
Author: Valerie Brown, 2003
Publisher: AmericanBar
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/bar_services/publications/bar_leader/2003_04/2802/motivating/
How to manage volunteer applications and interviews
Looks at how initial enquiries are handled, application forms and interviews. Highlights how to make the application process fair and accessible.
Author: NCVO, 2023
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/recruiting-and-welcoming-volunteers/recruiting-volunteers/managing-volunteer-applications-and-interviews/
Some Ideas for Motivating Students
Gives some tips on how to increase students desire to work or volunteer.
Author: Robert Harris, 1991
Publisher: Attend
https://www.attend.org.uk/sites/default/files/M1-R2A9%20Ideas%20for%20Motivating%20Students.pdf
Volunteer Labour Laws
An article giving information regarding the laws that protect volunteers in their role. It provides information regarding discrimination, compensation, child labour laws and considerations.
Author: LawWorks
Publisher: LawWorks
https://www.lawworks.org.uk/sites/default/files/files/LW-NFPP-C19-VOL-Response-Vol.pdf
When is a volunteer an employee?
This is guidance material not be used as a substitute for professional advice detailing how to draw a volunteer contract, as to stipulate its a volunteer role and not moving into an employee role.
Author: Warner Godman Employment Team, 2022
Publisher: Warner Godman
https://www.warnergoodman.co.uk/site/blog/news/when-will-a-volunteer-be-considered-a-worker
Rights and responsibilities
A summary from Volunteering Australia of the rights and responsibilities of volunteers.
Author: Volunteering SA&NT
Publisher: Volunteering SA&NT
https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/files_mf/1376971192VAVolunteerRightsandchecklist.pdf
Equal Opportunities
A document regarding equal opportunities in the selection of employees. A useful resource for organisations seeking to ensure they treat volunteers according to these principles, even though volunteers are not covered by the 2010 Equality Act.
Author: EOC
Publisher: EOC
https://www.eoc.org.uk
Volunteer data protection policy statement
A short document revealing how organisations that involve volunteers can comply with the UK General Data Protection
Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act of 2018.
Author: Resource Centre, 2021
Publisher: Resource Centre
https://www.resourcecentre.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Data-protection-for-community-groups.pdf
Volunteer record and data protection
An informative article regarding volunteer records and data protection. This article highlights the 1998 Data Protection Act.
Author: NCVO, 2022
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/volunteers-and-the-law/volunteers-and-employment-rights/data-protection-and-volunteers/
Volunteers and the Law
A summary (8-page) document outlining the central issue of whether or not there is a contract between the organisation and its volunteers; and if so what the consequences of this are.
Author: Mark Restall, 2005
Publisher: Volunteering England
https://www.volunteerfirst.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Volunteers-and-the-law.pdf
The full booklet (63 pages) can be found here: https://www.a4id.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Volunteers-and-the-Law.pdf
Involving Ex-offenders in volunteering
A guide to involving volunteers who are Ex-offenders
Author: VE / Nacro, 2006
Publisher: Lancaster Green Spaces
http://www.lancastergreenspaces.org.uk/uploads/8/1/1/9/8119213/involving_ex_offenders_as_volunteers.pdf
Homeless people and volunteering
Whilst there are explicit government guidelines concerning the inclusion of disabled and refugees in to the voluntary sector to build inclusiveness, this is the first that concentrates on the homeless, and how to accommodate them into the voluntary sector.
Author: Kate Bowgett, 2006
Publisher: MindMeister
https://www.mindmeister.com/generic_files/get_file/7749988?filetype=attachment_file
Working with volunteers : A management guide for refugee community organisations
A management guide for refugee community organisations.
Author: K. Bowgett & L.Gillett, 2006
Publisher: Evelyn Oldfield Unit
http://evelynoldfield.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/volunteer-handbook.pdf
Volunteering, Asylum & Health
Outlines benefits to involving asylum-seekers in volunteering to employers and volunteers. Summarise current research, barriers and routes into volunteering.
Author: Steven Howlett, 2005
Publisher: Slide Player
https://slideplayer.com/slide/2549154/
A part of society: Refugees and asylum seekers volunteering in the UK
A report based on case studies of ten organisations
Author: Tandem Communications & Research Ltd, 2006
Publisher: Tandem Communications & Research Ltd
https://www.mindmeister.com/generic_files/get_file/7881534?filetype=attachment_file
Volunteering for Mental Health
Explores the experience of volunteering from those with experience of mental ill health. Covers benefits, barriers and support & training given. PDF version at the bottom of the page.
Author: National Centre for Volunteering, 2003
Publisher: National Centre for Volunteering
https://www.energizeinc.com/sites/default/files/volunteeringandmentalhealth.pdf
The Scope of the Volunteering for People with Mental Health Problems
Summary of research into impact of volunteering for those with mental health problems. Recommends action points for the sector and volunteer managers.
Author: Teresa Lewis, 2005
Publisher: MindMeister
https://www.mindmeister.com/generic_files/get_file/7818638?filetype=attachment_file
Accommodations for online volunteers who have learning disabilities or emotional and anxiety disorde
Suggestions for working with volunteers with learning disabilities, emotional/anxiety disorders. Advice aimed at ‘virtual’ volunteering but the principles are transferable.
Author: ServiceLeader.org: Virtual Volunteering, 2004
Publisher: MindMeister
https://www.mindmeister.com/generic_files/get_file/7818531?filetype=attachment_file
The Giving & Volunteering of New Canadians
2-page leaflet that outlines the role of new Canadians in volunteering. It covers the amount of volunteering and charitable giving of new Canadians.
Author: Larry Mckeown, 2018
Publisher: Canadian Knowledge Hub for Giving and Volunteering
http://app.givingandvolunteering.ca/giving_and_volunteering_among_new_canadians
Opportunities for all
Findings of ‘The Resource Group For Supported Volunteering’ (R.G.S.V.). Includes developing program to support agencies wishing to offer volunteer opportunities.
Author: Linda L. Graff, 1998
Publisher: Graff and Associates
http://www.lindagraff.ca/non%20html/OFAfinal.pdf
From Barriers to Bridges
Explores perceived barriers in volunteering from the wider community. Suggests how to keep volunteers and on the structure and running of a volunteering organisation.
Author: National Centre for Volunteering, 2001
Publisher: Housing Care
https://housingcare.org/downloads/kbase/2095.pdf
Inclusive Volunteering: Recommendations for volunteer coordinators on how to develop a more inclusive volunteer programme
A volunteering guide for involving people with hearing impairments, people with visual impairments, people with physical disabilities, people with mental health difficulties older people, migrants, long term unemployed people, ex-prisoners and people affected by homelessness.
Author: Volunteer Ireland
Publisher: Volunteer Ireland
https://codeofgoodpractice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Volunteer-Ireland-Inclusive-Volunteering.pdf
Diversity & Volunteerism: Deriving Advantage from Difference
Discusses the concepts involved in managing diversity and unpacks these in a volunteering context.
Author: Santiago Rodriguez, 2000
Publisher: The Journal Of Volunteer Administration
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/jdiv.html
Recruiting Male Volunteers
Research guide: Considers how male volunteers can benefit volunteer programmes. Discusses challenges faced re. recruitment and strategies to overcome these.
Author: Stephanie T. Blackman, 1999
Publisher: Corporation for National Service
http://www.energizeinc.com/download/blackman.pdf
Putting the ‘men’ back into mentoring
Reasons why men may not want to volunteer and strategies for getting them involved. Also refers to related tips from other mentoring programmes.
Author: Michael Garringer, 2004
Publisher: Education North West
https://educationnorthwest.org/sites/default/files/resources/bulletin_male_recruitment.pdf
Stronger Together: Recruiting and working with ethno-cultural Volunteers
Value BME people bring to volunteer programmes. Avoid issue of ‘token’ minority volunteers. Also, may not want to volunteer within own cultural community organisations.
Author: Sue Pike, 1990
Publisher: copian.ca
http://en.copian.ca/library/research/heritage/compartne/pdfdocs/strongr.pdf
MEM-VOL Migrant and Ethnic Minority Volunteering
Compiles research into BME volunteers in the UK. Identifies where this research has highlighted good practice. Brings together organisations, stakeholders, and policy makers.
Author: The Institute for Volunteering Research, 2003
Publisher: INBAS
https://www.iriv-migrations.net/fichiers/Memvol/MEM-VOL_summary_germany.pdf
Involving Volunteers from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
An information sheet about the many benefits of having a diverse volunteer program, and tips and advice for managers on how to engage and involve volunteers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Author: Volunteering Australia, 2021
Publisher: Volunteering Australia
https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/files_mf/1377052800VAManagersinvolvingvolunteersfromculturallyandlinguisticallydiversebackgrounds.pdf
Barriers to Volunteering
Identifies the barriers encountered by BME people when participating in volunteering (pages 25-26).
Author: K Southby, 2016
Publisher: Leeds Beckett University
https://eprints.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/id/eprint/3434/1/Barrierstovolunteering
Volunteering for Everyone
A guide for organisations who want to recruit volunteers who have a learning disability.
Author: VE / Mencap, 2006
Publisher: Volunteering England
https://iwvolunteer.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Volunteering-for-Everyone-guide-to-support-those-with-learning-disabilities-into-volunteering.pdf
Supported Programs for Volunteers with Special Needs
Reviews how programs recruit/target volunteers. Refers to physical disability, mental health and learning disability needs, re special arrangements and individual support.
Author: Janet Lautenschlager, 1992
Publisher: Voluntary Action Directorate ISBN0-662-20106-X
http://en.copian.ca/library/research/heritage/compartne/bridges1.htm
Interaction & Etiquette Tips
Several ‘fact sheets’ that outline basic etiquette for working with people with different kinds of disabilities.
Author: UCP Press Room, 2005
Publisher: UCP of Maine
https://ucpofmaine.org/about/resources/disability-etiquette/982-2/
The Effects of Youth Volunteering
Reviews evidence on the effects of youth volunteering for individuals, organizations, and the wider community.
Author: Youth Music, 2011
Publisher: Youth Music
https://network.youthmusic.org.uk/file/6177/download?token=cCz49SwM
Volunteering and Youth Development
Study of youth development in Australia, focusing on the crafting of management policies founded on youth development principles.
Author: Aracy, 2015
Publisher: Aracy
https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/30670926.pdf
Recruiting Youth Volunteers
Asks why a programme needs youth volunteers. Includes benefits and barriers for young people and what an organisation needs to do to attract them.
Author: Wild Apricot, 2021
Publisher: Wild Apricot
https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/young-volunteers
Involving Young Volunteers
Outlines problems with engaging with younger volunteers and considers a range of issue including management systems, flexibility, culture etc.
Author: Volunteering Kingston
Publisher: Volunteering Kingston
https://www.volunteeringkingston.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Involving-young-volunteers.pdf
Benefits and challenges of managing a multigenerational volunteer team
A checklist of key considerations to promote intergenerational volunteering.
Author: Kevin L Smith
Publisher: What are the benefits and challenges of managing a multigenerational volunteer team
Age Discrimination and volunteering
Researches reasons for age discrimination in the UK against volunteers. Gives recommendations for organisations and government to address this.
Author: Institute for Volunteering Research, 2005
Publisher: Institute for Volunteering Research
https://issuu.com/worldscouting/docs/trends_in_volunteering_e/30
How to increase inclusion of black and ethnic minorities in greenspace work
Two case studies that focus on ethnic minority groups in greenspace works. The article describes the challenges of ethnic minority inclusion and how to overcome these.
Author: Black Environment Network, 2004
Publisher: MindMeister
https://www.mindmeister.com/generic_files/get_file/7816887?filetype=attachment_file
Challenging Institutional Racism: A toolkit for the voluntary sector
A toolkit which describes how the voluntary sector can work towards race equality.
Author: London Voluntary Service Council, 2002
Publisher: rota.org.uk
https://www.rota.org.uk/sites/default/files/webfm/researchpublications/Toolkit_Executive%20Summary.pdf
Tips for Highly Effective Volunteer Vetting
Outlines a range of screening processes. Includes references, health checks and driving checks. Outlines police & CRB checking in some detail.
Author: Sterling Volunteers, 2021
Publisher: Sterling Volunteers
https://www.sterlingvolunteers.com/blog/2021/06/4-key-tips-for-highly-effective-volunteer-vetting/
If Volunteering Goes Wrong
Discusses the problems experienced in volunteers may not be suitable. Highlights key strategies on how to deal with these situations.
Author: NCVO
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/if-volunteering-goes-wrong/
The Last Taboo
Considers the questions of using volunteers on the register of sex offenders. Refers to Home Office guidelines, legal issues & risk assessment.
Author: Adam May, 2004
Publisher: WordPress
https://iuristebi.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/the-last-taboo.pdf
Selecting the right people
Discusses appropriate use of selection methods. Considers open days, taster session, application forms, and covers the interview in some depth.
Author: Skills For Care, 2021
Publisher: Skills For Care
https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/news-and-events/blogs/six-ways-to-select-the-right-people
Screening prospective volunteers
Highlights the need for screening. Identifies areas of possible concern and outlines steps for the screening process.
Author: The ourcommunity team, 2001
Publisher: ourcommunity.com.au
http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/management/view_help_sheet.do
Screening and the Volunteer Recruitment Process
An information sheet about the importance of the volunteer screening process, with some practical advice and tips for managers and not for profit organisations.
Author: Volunteering Australia, 2021
Publisher: Volunteering Australia
https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/files_mf/1376971820VAScreeningandthevolunteerrecruitmentprocess.pdf
Screening & Police Checking
Highlights uses & limitations of screening and under what circumstances it should be undertaken. Describes role of CRB & how to manage screening process.
Author: Volunteering England, 2004
Publisher: Housing Care
http://www.housingcare.org/downloads/kbase/2087.pdf
Volunteer Reference Checks
Looks at the importance of checking volunteer references.
Author: Volunteer Marlborough, 2020
Publisher: Volunteer Marlborough
https://volunteermarlborough.org.nz/files/resource-volunteer-reference-checks.pdf
Reference Checks
Advice on key stages of checking volunteer references. Starts with consideration of the volunteer placement and ends with highlighting need to thank the referee.
Author: Volunteer Ireland
Publisher: Volunteering Resource Hub
https://volunteeringhub.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Reference%20Checks.pdf
Volunteers and Disclosure Checks
An information sheet for volunteers and volunteer involving organisations about the purpose of police checks, the reasons why these might be required and the process for conducting these checks.
Author: CRB Direct, 2021
Publisher: CRB Direct
https://crbdirect.org.uk/volunteers-and-disclosure-checks/
A Guide to Volunteer Interviews and Questions to Ask
Tips on interview questions to help you get below the surface to determine whether this is a good match.
Author: The Conservation Volunteers, 2014
Publisher: The Conservation Volunteers
https://www.tcv.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Interviewing-Exercise-A-guide-to-Interviewing-Questions-to-ask.doc
How To Prepare and Run a Fair Interview
Details how to provide a fair application process to be a volunteer taking into account information that must be asked on the application form, as well as showing how to provide a monitoring and evaluating form.
Author: FairHQ, 2021
Publisher: FairHQ
https://fairhq.co/the-ultimate-guide-to-fair-interviews/
From – No Surprises: Harmonizing Risk and Reward in Volunteer Management, 2nd ed.
Highlights need for effective screening and why screening can put people off volunteering. Gives guidelines and considers pros and cons of various screening methods.
Author: Charles Tremper & Gwynne Kostin, 2001
Publisher: Nonprofit Risk Management Center
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/anos.html
Effective Volunteer Interviewing
Considers the purpose of the volunteer interview and outlines key aspects of preparation. Also covers the opening, main body and conclusion.
Author: Steve McCurley and Rick Lynch, 1995
Publisher: Ellis Archive
https://ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2021-01/Essential-Volunteer-Management.pdf
All my family wanted to do was help. So why make it so hard?
Politicians believe volunteering is the cornerstone of a civilised society. But, as Martin Newland found, red tape, fear and political correctness can get in the way of good works This article highlights the difficulty in placing volunteers due to volunteer screening.
Author: Martin Newland, 2007
Publisher: The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2007/jun/17/comment.voluntarysector
4-H Volunteer Staff
A youth organisation’s policy focusing on volunteer application and selection process. Covers a wide range of techniques. Section B.1.2 cover the role of interviews and background checks.
Author: The University of Maine
Publisher: The University of Maine
https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/volunteers/policies-procedure-and-guidelines/table-of-contents/policies-for-volunteers/#1.2
Volunteer Screening
Explains how to effectively screen new volunteers and why this is important.
Author: Charles Tremper and Gwynne Kostin,2001
Publisher: Energize Inc.
https://www.energizeinc.com/art/step-2-volunteer-screening
What Organisations Look for in a Good Volunteer
Gives examples of positive qualities a volunteer should have
Author: Jeff Durham, 2013
Publisher: Voluntary Worker
https://www.voluntaryworker.co.uk/whatorganisationslookforinagoodvolunteer.html
Volunteer agreements
A short document providing information on how to write a volunteer agreement, providing useful insight into what information is required and what isn’t.
Author: NCVO, 2021
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/recruiting-and-welcoming-volunteers/writing-a-volunteer-agreement/
Volunteer agreement
A sample volunteer agreement used by Voluntary Action Islington highlighting all the key elements that a volunteer agreement should have.
Author: Voluntary Action Islington, 2010
Publisher: Voluntary Action Islington
https://vai.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Sample-Volunteer-Agreement.doc
Should we have a volunteer agreement?
Highlights purpose of a volunteer agreement and what could be typical content. Considers the need to avoid ‘contractual obligations’ and focus on ‘expectations’.
Author: Russell-Crooke
Publisher: Russell-Crooke
https://www.russell-cooke.co.uk/news-and-insights/news/volunteering-agreements-should-you-have-one#
Appeal Tribunal Decisions on Volunteer Contracts
Summary of Tribunal cases focusing on the nature of the relationship between volunteer and organisation. The volunteer can be deemed an employee.
Author: NCVO, 2022
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/volunteers-and-the-law/employment-status/tribunal-decisions/
Volunteering Induction
A guidance document to NHS England boards regarding how to induct new volunteers into hospitals (pages 38-40).
Author: NHS England, 2007
Publisher: NHS England
https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/recruiting-managing-volunteers-nhs-providers-practical-guide.pdf
Inductions and Handbooks for volunteers – A checklist
An excellent guide on how to provide an induction to new volunteers, providing information regarding creation of forms to putting together an induction pack.
Author: Volunteer Now, 2022
Publisher: Volunteer Now
https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/app/uploads/2022/05/Induction-and-Handbook-for-volunteering-1.pdf
Volunteers: The Orientation Process
Outlines purpose of the volunteer orientation process. Presents issues that need to be included and refers to when to cover them in an induction programme.
Author: The ourcommunity Team, 2001
Publisher: ourcommunity.com.au
http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/management/view_help_sheet.do
Volunteer Inductions
Looks at the importance of having a well thought out volunteer induction
Author: Support Cambridgeshire, 2017
Publisher: Support Cambridgeshire
https://www.supportcambridgeshire.org.uk/docs/guidance-volunteer-induction-process.pdf
Induction Process for Volunteers
Outline what information to include in a volunteer induction. Includes an example of an induction checklist.
Author: Youth Scotland
Publisher: Youth Scotland
https://www.youthscotland.org.uk/youth-work-essentials/volunteer-induction/the-volunteer-induction-process/
Training for Volunteers
Looks at different ways of training new volunteers and how much time to give to the training.
Author: NCVO, 2021
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/valuing-and-developing-volunteers/training-volunteers/
Running a volunteer induction
Outlines benefits of effective volunteer induction. Presents what should be included, how and when these issues could be covered.
Author: NCVO, 2021
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/involving-volunteers/recruiting-and-welcoming-volunteers/running-a-volunteer-induction/#/
Beginning with Day One
Excerpt that highlights the benefits of a volunteer ‘mentor’ and how the first day of a volunteer placement can be managed effectively.
Author: Sally Gardner Reed, 1994
Publisher: McFarland & Company
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/alib.html
A Toolkit for Volunteer Leaders
Presentation of principles of planning an orientation workshop and considerations for implementation.
Author: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Publisher: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
https://4h.unl.edu/documents/toolkit_voluntarism.pdf
Five ways to boost your communication with volunteers
This short article provides five tips and quick wins to improve your volunteer communications
Author: Sarah Myers, 2018
Publisher: CharityComms
https://www.charitycomms.org.uk/five-ways-to-boost-your-communication-with-volunteers
8 tips for communication in the workplace that will help your volunteer organization thrive
A range of techniques for communicating with volunteers. Considers benefits & methods of effective communication.
Author: Alice Turnbull, 2022
Publisher: Rostefly.com
https://www.rosterfy.com/blog/8-tips-for-communication-in-the-workplace-that-will-help-your-volunteer-organization-thrive
[Guide] Communicating with volunteers
A Volunteer Communications Strategy: 13 Steps to driving volunteer recruitment, engagement and leadership.
Author: Volunteerhub, 2023
Publisher: Volunteerhub.com
https://www.volunteerhub.com/blog/communicating-with-volunteers/
How to conduct effective volunteer meetings
Discusses principles for running a meeting with volunteers. Refers to a range of potential benefits of meetings, and outlines tips for planning these.
Author: Apakshit Sachdeva, 2017
Publisher: Volunteermatch.org
https://blogs.volunteermatch.org/how-to-conduct-effective-volunteer-meeting
Inclusive volunteering
Comprehensive guidance for engaging with volunteers with different needs. In part 2, there is a ‘communicating effectively’ checklist at the end of every chapter.
Author: Volunteer Ireland, 2015
Publisher: codeofgoodpractice.com
https://codeofgoodpractice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Volunteer-Ireland-Inclusive-Volunteering.pdf
Volunteer Communication Tips to Build a Stronger Team
An article highlighting the importance of letting volunteers know what the organisation’s needs are, express appreciation for their efforts, and make sure they understand how vital their contributions are.
Author: Mary Gormandy White, 2022
Publisher: Charity.lovetoknow.com
https://charity.lovetoknow.com/Volunteer_Communication
Improve Volunteer Training in 6 Steps
A succinct checklist of tips that focus on: setting training objectives, promoting experiential learning, and using variety in training delivery methods.
Author: Jotform, 2022
Publisher: Jotform
https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-training/
Training Young Volunteers
Practical trainer techniques and activities to make sessions more productive and valuable on page 20. There are also ideas to help enhance the professional volunteer manager’s training level.
Author: Greater London Volunteering, 2014
Publisher: WordPress
https://greaterlondonvolunteering.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/eytb-guide-pdf-version.pdf
Do’s and Don’ts of Ice-Breakers
Highlights where icebreakers in volunteer training can hinder the session’s learning objectives. Raises need for appropriate explanation, focus, and timescale.
Author: Nonprofit, 2014
Publisher: nonprofits.com
https://nonprofitaf.com/2014/08/icebreakers-dos-and-donts-and-some-that-dont-suck/
Ice-Breakers for Committees, Boards, and Volunteer Meetings
A number of suggested icebreakers that may be useful in volunteer settings, particularly the ‘getting to know you’, and ‘event & meeting planners’ sections.
Author: Vanessa Van Edwards, 2023
Publisher: Science of People
https://www.scienceofpeople.com/meeting-icebreakers/
Volunteer Training: A Short Course
Outlines the limitations of traditional training, and suggests that knowledge sharing and cross-fertilization of ideas can act as effective training.
Author: Nancy Macduff, 2008
Publisher: Ellis Archive
https://ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2022-02/Training%20Volunteers%20-%20A%20Short%20Course%20%28Part%201%29.pdf
Developing Training Programmes for Volunteers
Outlines the key principles of volunteers learning as adult learners. Also has links to relevant models of adult learning.
Author: Jenette Nagy
Publisher: Community Tool Box
https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/structure/volunteers/training-programs/main
Training Needs Analysis
Reviews learning and development needs for staff, volunteers and trustees in an organisation.
Author: NCVO, 2010
Publisher: Scribd
https://www.scribd.com/document/131386588/Training-Needs-Analysis-2010-Ncvo#
13 Ways of Managing Informal Learning
Defines informal learning and its different forms.
Author: Kineo, 2006
Publisher: Yumpu
https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/11788628/13-ways-of-managing-informal-learning-kineo
Volunteers: a guide to collecting and using data
An excellent guide compiling methods of collecting and storing volunteer data in a safe and secure manner, whilst also meeting legislation regarding data protection.
Author: Institute for Volunteering Research
Publisher: Institute for Volunteering Research
https://www.volunteeringkingston.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Monitoring-Volunteer-Data-Guide-IVR.pdf
Volunteer Management Handbook
An article providing information regarding volunteer management. This document would be a good starting block for anyone new in volunteer management.
Author: Stronger Kent Communities
Publisher: Stronger Kent Communities
https://strongerkentcommunities.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/VOLUNTEER-MANAGEMENT-HANDBOOK.pdf
What to include in a Volunteer Handbook
Outlines what voluntary and community organisations should include in a volunteer handbook.
Author: Tobi Johnson, 2021
Publisher: Tobi Johnson
https://tobijohnson.com/writing-a-volunteer-handbook/
How To Manage Volunteers Effectively
A page detailing the steps of working effectively with voluteers; providing for their needs and involvement.
Author: Rochelle Gun, 2023
Publisher: Rostefy
https://www.rosterfy.com/blog/how-to-manage-volunteers-effectively
Guidance notes for writing a volunteer policy
The article looks at some important information that has to be considered when writing a volunteer policy.
Author: The Volunteer Centre for Midlothian
Publisher: The Volunteer Centre for Midlothian
http://www.volunteermidlothian.org.uk/downloads/VolunteeringPolicyGuidanceNotes.…
Volunteer Guide for Angling
An excellent volunteer guide providing information on how to recruit, manage and motivate volunteers.
Author: Angling Development Board
Publisher: Angling Development Board
https://anglingtrust.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Volunteering-Best-Practice-Guide-v4.pdf
Delivering the goods: The work and future direction of volunteer management
A study that begins with an examination of the roles of a volunteer manager in a variety of settings and goes on to look at the training needs of volunteer managers. It further delves in to the advantages and disadvantages of professionalising volunteering.
Author: Pat Gay, 2000
Publisher: British Library
http://www.ivr.org.uk/VA+Documents%2fVA2_2%2farticle3_gay.pdf
Risk Toolkit: How to take care of risk in volunteering, a guide for organisations
A guide and toolkit outlining results of research findings regarding the risks associated with volunteers and proposed solutions.
Author: Katherine Gaskin, 2006
Publisher: Meath Volunteer Centre
https://www.volunteermeath.ie/images/stories/risk_toolkit.pdf
The Complete Volunteer Management Handbook
Excellent resource for volunteer managers, through its clear and practical advice,
Author: Rob Jackson, Mike Locke, Dr Eddy Hogg and Rick Lynch, 2019
Publisher: Directory of Social Change
https://www.dsc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Look-inside-The-Complete-Volunteer-Management-Handbook-4th-edition.pdf
Volunteering Standards & Guidelines
A set of fairly robust volunteer guidelines for a project working with homeless children and adults.
Author: Star of Hope
Publisher: Star of Hope
http://www.sohmission.org/wp-content/uploads/Handbook8-16.pdf
Turn Your Organisation Into a Volunteering Magnet
Collected writings by VM authors/leaders on research and design of volunteer programmes, recruitment strategies, managing volunteer relations to enhance retention etc.
Author: Andy Fryer, Rob Jackson & Fraser Dyer, 2004
Publisher: Energizeinc
https://www.energizeinc.com/sites/default/files/VolunteerMagnet2nded_0.pdf
Involving Volunteers: Background and Planning
An information sheet for managers of volunteers and not for profit organisations which offers practical tips and advice on how to successfully involve volunteers in your organisation.
Author: Voluntary Action Leicestershire
Publisher: Voluntary Action Leicestershire
https://valonline.org.uk/involving-volunteers-background-planning/
The different models of volunteering
Explains the different models of volunteering based on the Multi Paradigm model of managing volunteers.
Author: DutySheets
Publisher: DutySheet
https://www.applytosupply.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/g-cloud/services/828746657887747
Promoting a Safer Household Environment – A Volunteer-Based Home Visit Programme
VM in preventing unintentional childhood injuries in the home. Robust guidance due to vulnerable clients. Covers managing difficult volunteers/developing ‘career ladders’.
Author: Hong Kong Medical Journal, 2007
Publisher: Hong Kong Medical Journal
https://www.hkmj.org/system/files/hkm0708sp4p21.pdf
Managing Volunteers: A Good Practice Guide
Thorough coverage of broad principles and policy issues. Deals with operation issues & considers most aspects of VM, from recruitment to an example exit interview form.
Author: Citizen Information Board
Publisher: Citizen Information Board
https://www.citizensinformationboard.ie/downloads/training/Managing_Volunteers_08.pdf
Get it Right from the start
Booklet designed to help reach potential volunteers, and how to overcome barriers to volunteering. Suggests how to support volunteers and recognise their contribution.
Author: Sheffield Volunteer Centre
Publisher: Sheffield Volunteer Centre
http://www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk/uploads/files/GP_Get_it_right_-_Volunteering_England.pdf
Essential Volunteer Management
Insight into a range of volunteer management processes covered in Lynch & McCurley’s bestselling publication.
Author: Rick Lynch and Steve McCurley, 1998
Publisher: Ellis Archive
https://ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2021-01/Essential-Volunteer-Management.pdf
A choice blend – what volunteers want from organisation and management
Research that states the key points where a volunteer programme interfaces with volunteers. Outlines need for a blended approach that encourages volunteering.
Author: Katherine Gaskin, 2003
Publisher: British Library
https://www.scribd.com/document/352272439/A-choice-blend-What-volunteers-want-from-organisation-and-management
The impact of professional volunteer management on the volunteer experience.
The article reports on an exploratory study examining the take-up of professional volunteer management and its impact on the volunteer experience. The study introduces a method for measuring the level of professional management procedures and analysing where and why measures might have been introduced.
Author: Kirsten Holmes, 2004
Publisher: British Library
http://www.ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2022-01/VMOS%20eval%20tool%20article.pdf
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Table explaining the knowledge, skills and abilities required to start and run a volunteering program.
Author: Canadian Administration of Volunteer Resources, 2006
Publisher: Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada
https://www.vmpc.ca/_Library/Resources/Skill_Set-2006.pdf
Assessing Voluntary Experiences: A portfolio of skills learned through volunteering
A tool which is designed to help reflection on voluntary experiences. The tool is a self-assessment exercise which can help volunteers identify their transferable skills.
Author: Volunteering England,
Publisher: British Library
https://www.attend.org.uk/sites/default/files/M1-R2A1%20Assessing_Voluntary_Experiences_Sept_06_0.pdf
A Toolkit for Volunteer Leaders Learning-Teaching Techniques
The toolkit explains different techniques used by volunteer managers to recruit new volunteers and keep them engaged.
Author: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Publisher: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
https://4h.unl.edu/documents/toolkit_learningteaching.pdf
Running Effective Meetings
Description of three key points on how to plan, prepare and execute a meeting.
Author: MindTools
Publisher: MindTools
https://www.mindtools.com/afhhhdo/running-effective-meetings
Seven Principles of Good Practice in Undergraduate Education
Lists and explains good practice principles for students in undergraduate education.
Author: Arthur Chickering, 1991
Publisher: Research Gate
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228044220_Seven_Principles_of_Good_Practice_in_Undergraduate_Education
Supporting Volunteers
Explains why volunteers need a support system in their workplace and how organisations can implement this. Gives different ways of offering support to volunteers.
Author: Volunteer Scotland
Publisher: Volunteer Scotland
https://www.volunteerscotland.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Supporting-Your-Volunteers.pdf
Monitoring and evaluating a volunteer programme
A thorough explanation of the exercise of volunteer evaluation including purposes and identifying outcomes from the evaluation process. The article also provides information about the Charities Evaluation Service and VIVA (volunteer investment and value audit).
Author: Volunteering England, 2008
Publisher: Southampton Voluntary Services
https://www.southamptonvs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Monitoring-and-Evaluating-a-Volunteer-Programme.pdf
Evaluating volunteers
An explanation of why an evaluation process must be completed; sending a clear message that you are running a serious program and being efficient with resources.
Author: Shawn Kendrick
Publisher: Volunteerhub.com
https://www.volunteerhub.com/blog/evaluating-volunteers/
Supervising and supporting volunteers
A short article looking at ways to provide support and supervision to volunteers, so that they feel comfortable and happy in their roles.
Author: Voluntary Action Islington, 2018
Publisher: Voluntary Action Islington
https://vai.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Support-Supervision-Handouts-VAI.pdf
How To Deliver Effective Feedback to Volunteers
Summarises methods of providing valuable feedback to the volunteers in your organisation; allowing it to be constructive without provoking a defensive retort from the volunteer.
Author: Sterling Volunteers, 2018
Publisher: Stirling Volunteers
https://www.sterlingvolunteers.com/blog/2018/05/deliver-effective-feedback-volunteers/
Giving Feedback
Tips on how to effectively give feedback.
Author: MindTools
Publisher: MindTools
https://www.mindtools.com/a18a0wu/giving-feedback
Supporting your volunteers
Highlight the importance of motivitating, supporting and supervising volunteers and look at ways in which to do this effectively.
Author: NCVO
Publisher: NCVO
https://www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-guidance/safeguarding/specialist-guides/certain-roles/volunteer-managers/supporting/
Support and Supervision
Outlines differences between supporting and supervising volunteers and how volunteers’ contribution can be monitored, what questions to ask, and giving developmental feedback.
Author: Volunteer Now, 2022
Publisher: Volunteer Now
https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/app/uploads/2022/05/Support-and-Supervision-of-Volunteers.pdf
Promoting a Safer Household Environment – A Volunteer-Based Home Visit Programme
Robust volunteer appraisals are desired in some cases. Problems this raises are considered, and how appraisals are carried out is outlined. See page 38.
Author: Network for Health & Welfare Studies, 2003
Publisher: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
https://www.hkmj.org/system/files/hkm0708sp4p21.pdf
Model Supervision Guidelines
Underlying principles of effective supervision of volunteers and progress review. Considers both the manager’s and the volunteer’s perspectives.
Author: Wales Council for Voluntary Action, 2021
Publisher: Wales Council for Voluntary Action
https://thirdsectorsupport.wales/resources/model-supervision-guidelines/
Changing Management Practices of VCE Master Gardeners Local Programme Co-ordinators
Page 47 (p11 on pdf doc) shows change in approaches to managing volunteer reviews. Research with VPMs highlights need for additional training in key areas.
Author: Sheri T Dorn, 1999
Publisher: Digital Libraries & Archives
http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-041699-130701/unrestricted/09mans…
A Choice Blend – What Volunteers Want From Organisation And Management
This report focuses on volunteers’ own views through investigating what makes for a satisfying and enduring volunteering experience, it proposes a model of progressive volunteer involvement with eight pressure points which can influence a person’s likelihood of becoming and staying a volunteer.
Author: Katharine Gaskin, 2003
Publisher: Volunteering England
https://www.bl.uk/collection-items/a-choice-blend-what-volunteers-want-from-organisation-and-management
Qualities of a volunteer coordinator
An instructional guide explaining how staff can best utilize their abilities to manage volunteers in their workplace.
Author: Mary White, 2017
Publisher: Career Trend
https://careertrend.com/qualities-volunteer-coordinator-1617.html
Qualities of a great volunteer manager
An article highlighting the do’s and dont’s of leading and managing volunteers effectively. The bottom of the website provides links to other articles that delve into this topic further.
Author: Canal & River Trust, 2020
Publisher: Canal & River Trust
https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/volunteer/volunteering-features-and-articles/seven-qualities-of-a-great-volunteer-manager
A Charter for strengthening relations between paid staff and volunteers
An agreement developed jointly by the TUC and Volunteering England setting out key principles on which volunteering is organised and how good relations between paid staff and volunteers are built.
Author: TUC, 2009
Publisher: TUC
https://www.tuc.org.uk/research-analysis/reports/charter-strengthening-relations-between-paid-staff-and-volunteers
Best practices in staff and volunteer relations.
A summary highlighting the need for volunteers and paid staff working together. Whilst giving examples of such scenarios where this has been implemented successfully.
Author: Louise Chatterton Luchuk, 2004
Publisher: WordPress
https://iuristebi.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/best-practices-in-staff-and-volunteer-relations.doc
Why is it Labor Unions vs Volunteers?
An article discussing the labor union resistance to volunteer involvement. The article looks at volunteer involvement favourably, whilst highlight the significance of labor unions in the past.
Author: Energize Inc, 1997
Publisher: Susan J. Ellis
http://www.energizeinc.com/hot/june97.html
Volunteers
Discusses key issues of the use of volunteers in the delivery of services, prevention of replacement of contracted employees and employment issues that can arise when using volunteers.
Author: Unison, 2016
Publisher: Unison
https://www.unison.org.uk/content/uploads/2016/01/Volunteers.pdf
The impact of professional volunteer management on the volunteer experience.
The article reports on an exploratory study examining the take-up of professional volunteer management and its impact on the volunteer experience. The study introduces a method for measuring the level of professional management procedures and analysing where and why measures might have been introduced.
Author: Kirsten Holmes, 2004
Publisher: British Library
https://www.bl.uk/britishlibrary/~/media/bl/global/social-welfare/pdfs/non-secure/i/m/p/impact-of-professional-volunteer-management-on-the-volunteer-experience.pdf
Why is it Labour Unions vs Volunteers?
Considers the issues of volunteers taking on jobs or tasks, and how to avoid pitfalls and resistance from unions. Also links to others’ responses on this topic.
Author: Susan J Ellis, 1997
Publisher: Energise, Inc
http://www.energizeinc.com/hot/june97.html
Effective Relationships between Volunteers and Paid Staff
A group or organisation that engages volunteers should be able to resource their activity. This section helps groups and organisations to think about the potential role of a co-ordinator and what resources you might require and what impact involving volunteers will have on volunteers and other staff.
Author: Merrill Associates, 2008
Publisher: Charity Village
https://charityvillage.com/effective_relationships_between_staff_and_volunteers/
Promoting Positive Volunteer and Staff Relations
Tips to promote effective relationships between volunteers & paid staff. Includes training, monitoring consultation, communication & how to intervene.
Author: Volunteer Centre Western Isles
Publisher: Volunteer Centre Western Isles
https://volunteercentrewi.org/promoting-positive-volunteer-and-staff-relations
Satisfy Staff First
Looks at they key problems caused in a volunteer programme if paid staff do not understand their own roles in the first place.
Author: Ivan H. Scheier, 1993
Publisher: Energise, Inc
http://www.energizeinc.com/art/abuis.html
Good Practice Workbook – Volunteers and The Wider Organisation
Illustrated workbook including reflective exercises and case studies, making them suitable for continuous professional development.
Author: Volunteer Now, 2018
Publisher: Volunteer Now
https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/app/uploads/2018/10/As-Good-As-They-Give-Workbook-4-Managing-Volunteer-Training.pdf
Developing Good Staff-Volunteer Relations
Outlines key steps to developing positive staff-volunteer relationships, and discusses principles of obtaining staff support to the volunteer programme.
Author: Betsy McFarland, 2004
Publisher: WordPress
https://iuristebi.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/developing-good-staff-volunteer-relationships.doc
Best Practice in Staff and Volunteer Relations
Stresses importance of top management commitment and VM & HR Managers working together with unions. Considers issues re volunteers becoming paid staff. Note: the article is from a Canadian source.
Author: Louise Chatterton Luchuk, 2004
Publisher: WordPress
https://iuristebi.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/best-practices-in-staff-and-volunteer-relations.doc
Human Resources Q&A: Reducing conflict between staff and volunteers
The article explains different components of a volunteering program which is similar to one you would have for paid staff.
Author: Kathline Holmes, 2012
Publisher: Charity Village
https://charityvillage.com/human_resources_q_a_reducing_conflict_between_staff_and_volunteers/
Valuing Volunteer Management Skills
Chapter 3 (pg 19-25) gives a fundamental overview of managing volunteers in the voluntary sector. The chapter discusses the career routes of said individuals; exploring good practice, retention and capacity.
Author: Georgina Brewis, Matthew Hill and Daniel Stevens, 2010
Publisher: Academia
https://www.academia.edu/651225/Georgina_Brewis_Matthew_Hill_and_Daniel_Stevens_Valuing_Volunteer_Management_Skills
Volunteer Recognition: Success Stories
Ideas submitted by readers of the ‘Energise, Inc’ website.
Author: Various, 2005
Publisher: Energise, Inc
http://www.energizeinc.com/ideas.html
Volunteer Recognition Ideas Forum
Many ‘real-life’ ideas for recognising volunteers, submitted by volunteer programme managers.
Author: Various, 2005
Publisher: The Thanks Company
http://pub47.bravenet.com/forum/show.php
Volunteer Retention
This briefing takes a look at how to retain the support of volunteers in the cultural sector and ways to strengthen your relationship with them.
Author: GiveGab, 2022
Publisher: GiveGab
https://info.givegab.com/blog/top-10-strategies-for-retaining-volunteers-that-actually-work/
Recognising and Valuing Volunteers
Volunteer Scotlands’s guidance sheet summarising creative ways of recognising volunteers’ contribution. Includes volunteer awards, involving volunteers, & ways of saying ‘thank you’.
Author: Volunteer Scotland, 2022
Publisher: Volunteer Scotland
https://www.volunteerscotland.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Recognising-and-Valuing-your-Volunteers.pdf
Valuing Our Volunteers
Worksheet with ideas to ensure that volunteers remain a positive advertisement for the work of the organisation, with a particular focus of ways of thanking volunteers.
Author: ourcommunity, 2001
Publisher: ourcommunity
http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/management/view_help_sheet.do
Retaining Volunteers
Steps you can take to make volunteering with your organisation a valuable enough experience to stick around.
Author: Volunteer Hub
Publisher: Volunteer Hub
https://www.volunteerhub.com/blog/retain-volunteers-engagement/
The Ultimate Volunteer Appreciation Guide
Identifies the different types of volunteer recognition and discusses informal and formal forms. Highlights important things to consider.
Author: Tatiana Morand, 2020
Publisher: Wild Apricot
https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/volunteer-appreciation-guide
Recognition Tips
This article lists 10 tips to help your organization recognize the work of your volunteers.
Author: Activity Alliance, 2017
Publisher: Activity Alliance
hhttps://www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/2946-volunteers-week-10-tips-to-recognise-your-volunteers-all-year-round
Recognising Volunteers
An information sheet for managers of volunteers and not for profit organisations about the importance of recognition and the many ways in which you can appropriately recognise your volunteers.
Author: Volunteering Resource Hub
Publisher: Volunteering Resource Hub
https://volunteeringhub.org.au/recognition/
Recognising Volunteers
Guidance sheet that gives tips on volunteer recognition and lists some ways that organisations may give recognition to their volunteers.
Author: Volunteering Australia, 2005
Publisher: Volunteering Australia
https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/uploads/VA-Managers-101-Ways-to-Recognise-Your-Volunteers.pdf
Motivating Volunteers
Article that highlights a variety of ways to motivate volunteers. Includes training, task design and recognition methods.
Author: Sue Froggatt, 2005
Publisher: Sue Froggatt
https://www.suefroggatt.com/resources/member-volunteer-management/motivating-volunteers/
Motivate Volunteers
Discusses range of initiatives to motivate volunteers. Key issues covered are documenting interaction and providing feedback.
Author: Volunteer Hub
Publisher: Volunteer Hub
https://www.volunteerhub.com/blog/motivate-volunteers-10-tips-and-tricks/
Volunteer Policy Manual
Another policy relating to an advice centre. Also manages the problems of volunteers not wanting to take a complaint to the immediate supervisor.
Author: THCAN, 2013
Publisher: Tower Hamlets Community Advice Network
https://thcan.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Volunteer-grievance-and-disciplinary-procedure.docx
Volunteer Problem Solving Procedure
Outlines principles of managing conflict and how to manage a grievance effectively. Discusses key stage of a volunteer grievance interview.
Author: Berkshire Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Trust, 2019
Publisher: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/sites/default/files/2018-03/Volunteer%20Problem%20Solving%20Procedure%20revised%20Jan%202016.pdf
How to Deal with High Maintenance Volunteers
Highlights the sort of ‘difficult-to-manage’ volunteers that can be encountered, and considers ways to manage these as opposed to getting rid of them.
Author: Prahalathan KK, 2015
Publisher: volunteers.org
https://volunteers.org/how-to-deal-with-high-maintenance-volunteers/
Yes, You Can Actually Learn How To Let a Volunteer Go
Short guide that outlines principles involved in ‘releasing’ a volunteer. Various stages are cited, including exploring options of corrective action and subsequent monitoring.
Author: Tobi Johnson, 2017
Publisher: VolunteerPro
https://volpro.net/learn-how-to-let-a-volunteer-go/
Discipling a Volunteer and Dealing with Poor Behaviour
Discusses difficulties with disciplining volunteers and lists types of unwanted behaviour. Outlines stages of disciplinary process, & useful preventative measures.
Author: Isabella Turner, 2022
Publisher: TeamKinetic
https://teamkinetic.co.uk/blog/2022/08/17/disciplining-a-volunteer-and-dealing-with-poor-behaviour/
Firing high maintenance volunteers
Guidance on developing a system for dealing with difficult volunteers via exit strategies. Outlines steps in the investigation, the meeting and the follow up.
Author: Thomas W McKee, 2005
Publisher: Community Sector Council
http://communitysector.nl.ca/d/hbg/Firing%20High%20Maintenance%20Volunteers.pdf
Managing Volunteer Exits
Summary sheet that highlights the importance of exhausting other options before letting people go. Also stresses need to follow formal procedures.
Author: Wales Council for Voluntary Action, 2005
Publisher: Wales Council for Voluntary Action
http://www.wcva.org.uk/images_client/volunteering/Exit%20strategies.doc
Volunteer Evaluation and Exit
Considers whether situations with volunteers have realistically come to an end, or whether other options are available. Highlights what to do if ‘exiting’.
Author: Literacy Basics
Publisher: Literacy Basics
https://literacybasics.ca/volunteer-management/volunteer-evaluation-and-exit/
Five Strategies to Shut Down Volunteer Conflict
Five-step process for managing difficult volunteers. The advice covers both practical issues and underlying principles. Differentiates toxic volunteers from and everyday conflict situation.
Author: Marla Benson, 2016
Publisher: Engage Journal
https://engagejournal.org/Shut_Down_Volunteer_Conflict
A few pointers on the unpleasant topic of firing volunteers
Advice on what volunteer actions may lead to a disciplinary situation, the procedures that should be in place, and what steps should be taken.
Author: Sarah Jane Rehnborg, Ph.D., 2005
Publisher: Pacifica Network
https://pacificanetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Firing-Volunteers.pdf
Handling Problem Volunteers
Describes how to detect problem volunteers. It also defines the different types of problem volunteers and how to handle them.
Author: Steve McCurley & Sue Vineyard, 2003
Publisher: Ellis Archive
https://ellisarchive.org/sites/default/files/2021-01/1-171-HandlingProbVols_0.pdf
