Abstract
Recruitment is a continuous activity for national service programs, and following a recruitment plan can utilize time and resources in the most efficient way. Catholic Network of Volunteer Service recommends creating a recruitment plan by using their Recruitment Start-up Checklist.
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Issue
Recruitment is an essential step in managing a program, and can take a substantial amount of time and resources.
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Action
According to the Catholic Network of Volunteer Service, steps to take to build a recruitment plan include:
- Have a start-up checklist
- Gather information about member benefits
- Create a comprehensive member position description
- Attend events that will facilitate outreach
- Make presentations at events, conferences, and meetings
- Provide short information sessions when appropriate
- Distribute mailings
- Advertise in newspapers, on the radio, and television
- Submit articles to newsletters and local papers
- Distribute information at selective sites
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Context
Catholic Network of Volunteer Service (CNVS), a nonprofit organization established in 1963, is a national association of Christian volunteer and mission programs. Leaders in promoting domestic and international service opportunities to people of all backgrounds, ages and skills, CNVS provides its over 230 member programs with resources to effectively fulfill their missions.
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Posted On
September 8, 2000
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Resources
For more information on program start-up see
Building a High Quality AmeriCorps Program, by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
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