Peer Leader Specialist

About the role

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is dedicated to supporting wounded service members and their families. As an Alumni Peer Leader Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in connecting, serving, and empowering these individuals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a standard method of communication with assigned peer leaders to strengthen teamwork and culture.
• Propose and execute regionally based training for peer leaders annually.
• Oversee administration, logistics, support, and execution for alumni peer leader activities and personnel.
• Identify and coordinate vetting of potential alumni peer leaders in collaboration with the manager.
• Develop and facilitate virtual programming content using platforms like Zoom, Facebook Live, etc.
• Support planning of peer leader events, particularly Peer Support Groups and Warrior-led activities.
• Establish effective working relationships and collaborate with WWP teammates across the country to develop and implement impactful events and activities.
• Aid the Peer Leader Trainers in planning and executing Peer Leader Training Summits.
• Attend and support various WWP events and activities.
• Maintain accurate data in WWP intranet electronic tracking systems.
• Communicate the benefits of WWP programs and services to the community and encourage involvement.
• Ensure proper expense controls and maintain accurate records.
• Perform Alumni teammate duties as necessary to support the Alumni program.
• Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings.

Requirements

• Four years of experience coordinating events or activities with volunteers.
• Three years of experience successfully performing in a WWP programmatic position may be substituted for the volunteer coordination experience.
• Three years of experience developing and building relationships and partnerships, e.g., with military organizations, veteran's associations, community partnerships, or corporate relationships.
• Four years of experience planning events or community activities, especially in a non-profit organization.
• Four years of experience with volunteer management.
• Three years of experience working with WWP, and familiarity with WWP programs and services.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Equivalent combination of education, applicable military experience, training, and certification may be considered in lieu of degree.

Certifications & Licenses

• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire.
• ASIST Certification preferred.