Adult Education and Volunteer Specialist- 2525804

Organization Summary

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. Founded in the aftermath of World War II, World Relief has operated for 80 years in more than 100 countries, partnering with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish. Today, the organization focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

World Relief Upstate SC seeks an Adult Education and Volunteer Specialist to strengthen programs and people that support newly arrived refugees and other immigrants in building lasting success. The Specialist will manage adult education programming, English language training, and client social adjustment, while building community partnerships and supporting volunteers through outreach, recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing engagement. This hybrid role requires 4 days in office and 1 day remote work.

• Support day‑to‑day operations of the adult education program, including class scheduling, enrollment, attendance tracking, and materials.
• Monitor and improve the quality and consistency of English language training and other adult education offerings.
• Support clients’ self‑sufficiency and social adjustment by connecting them to education, resources, and community relationships.
• Build and grow partnerships with churches, schools, civic groups, and community organizations that support adult education and volunteer engagement.
• Support the full volunteer process, including outreach, recruitment, screening, and onboarding of new World Relief volunteers.
• Support the day‑to‑day experience of active volunteers, matching their skills and availability to client and program needs.
• Plan and support volunteer‑facing activities, orientations, and appreciation efforts that keep volunteers engaged.
• Represent World Relief Upstate SC at community events, partner meetings, and outreach activities across Greenville and Spartanburg.
• Maintain accurate case notes and program documentation in the database for reporting on client and volunteer engagement.
• Lead or co‑facilitate classes, workshops, groups, and events as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• Mature and personal Christian faith.
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief.
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities.
• Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity, and National Association of Evangelicals "For the Health of The Nation" document.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and ability to pass MVR standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in adult education, ESL instruction, volunteer coordination, or community program support with immigrant or refugee communities in the U.S. or abroad.
• Ability to build strong cross‑cultural relationships and engage clients and volunteers using culturally responsive practices.
• Strong relational skills with a genuine ability to engage, motivate, and appreciate volunteers, helping them feel valued and connected to the mission.
• Skilled at building and maintaining partnerships with churches, community organizations, and other stakeholders who support the program.
• Ability to evaluate current programming, identify gaps, and recommend or implement improvements that strengthen client and volunteer outcomes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders (clients, volunteers, partners, and staff).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between the Spartanburg and Greenville offices, and to partner and program sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel) and ability to learn other internal applications.

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