Learning Coordinator (Volunteer Position)

Position Overview

The Learning Coordinator will support the Membership Working Group and Administrative Coordinator in developing and organizing online learning opportunities for NBAA members. This volunteer role is ideal for someone passionate about nonprofit learning, professional development, and book access initiatives. The coordinator will engage with NBAA members to identify relevant learning topics, recruit presenters, and manage logistics for educational webinars.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Membership Working Group and Administrative Coordinator to gather input from members on relevant learning topics.
• Identify and reach out to potential presenters, including experts in book access, literacy, and nonprofit management.
• Solicit participation from presenters, confirming their availability and topic focus.
• Schedule webinar dates, ensuring alignment with NBAA’s learning calendar.
• Collect and organize presenter bios, session descriptions, and promotional materials for the NBAA event website.
• Coordinate with the Administrative Coordinator to update and maintain the learning resources section of the NBAA website.
• Ensure a smooth webinar experience for both presenters and participants by assisting with technical and logistical needs.
• Promote learning events to NBAA members and encourage engagement.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with nonprofits, especially those involved in book access and literacy initiatives.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to engage and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
• Comfort with scheduling tools, webinar platforms (e.g., Zoom), and content management for websites.
• Needs to be available some daytime hours each month to attend and facilitate learning sessions online.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with NBAA leadership.
• Passion for equity in book access and professional development.

Support & Resources

• Access to key areas of the NBAA website for event planning and promotion.
• Guidance from the Membership Working Group and Administrative Coordinator.
• Connection with a network of professionals and experts in the book access field.

Commitment

• Estimated 5-10 hours per month, flexible based on scheduling needs.
• Ideal for individuals looking to contribute to a growing network of book access advocates while developing professional skills in nonprofit learning coordination.

About the National Book Access Association (NBAA)

The National Book Access Association (NBAA) is a collaborative network of organizations and professionals dedicated to increasing access to books for all, especially for underserved communities. NBAA connects and supports nonprofits, agencies, and initiatives that distribute free books to low-income families, incarcerated individuals, military personnel, and diverse communities.

Through networking, professional development, advocacy, and shared resources, NBAA empowers its members to enhance their book access efforts. The association fosters knowledge-sharing through webinars, convenings, and collaborative partnerships, helping organizations scale their impact and reach more readers nationwide.

Interested candidates can apply by reaching out to [email protected].