Employer: Girl Scouts of the USA
Location: Okinawa, Japan
Posted June 10, 2014

Three-year term assignment – based in Okinawa, Japan

The Lead USA Girl Scouts Overseas (USAGSO) Advisor is responsible for leading and managing the relationship between GSUSA and the military communities in Japan, including the island of Okinawa and South Korea. She/he recruits and assembles volunteer communities to support the Girl Scout program within the US military communities on Okinawa and in South Korea.

The Lead USAGSO Advisor is seen by customers as someone they regularly consult when engaged in strategic decision making. She/he provides on-going consultation, coaching and training to volunteers supporting girl program. This position is also responsible for developing tactical plans to actualize goals and program models for volunteer series and events. Other specific contributions include:

– Designing girl program for implementation West Pacific wide.

– Leading and managing the annual cookie program.

– Creates and develops marketing and program collaterals and brochures.

– Builds community partnerships to sustain program funding and create greater visibility.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in relevant field plus 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Prior international experience—living, studying, or working outside of the US.
• Prior experience in volunteer management.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in the development and implementation of membership recruitment and retention strategies.
• Strong platform skills to deliver presentations and training sessions.
• Demonstrated ability to work remotely with minimal supervision as well as work in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a proven track record of building membership.
• Must be social media savvy and proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to travel-up to 35% of time.
• Valid passport and U.S. Driver License required.

Full details on Idealist.org.