Volunteer Management Flashcards
(17 cards)
What does VSO stand for?
Volunteer Sport Organisations
What are the components of grassroots in VSO?
- Clubs
- Regional/national organisations
- Volunteers
What is an example of a grassroots organisation mentioned?
St John’s, Surf Life Saving
What are the internal organisational influences on VSO volunteer management?
- Organisational Strategy
- Organisational Culture
What does organisational strategy encompass in VSO?
- Purpose
- Priorities
- Stakeholders
- Te triti Engagement
What is an example of organisational culture in a VSO?
Solf Ball Club’s culture focuses on community, participation, competitiveness, fun, and family connections
Who are the stakeholders in a VSO like Solf Ball Club?
- Lotto (money)
- Volunteers
- Players
- Coaches
- Parents
- Manager
What are some external organisational influences on VSO volunteer management?
- Government initiatives
- Legal directives
What is the SportNZ Strategy period mentioned?
2016-2020
What is the focus of the SportNZ strategy for 2020-2028?
Everybody active
What legal directive is mentioned that includes volunteers?
Health and Safety Act 2016
What types of motivations do event volunteers have?
- Purposive
- Solidary motivation
- Extrinsic motivations
- Expectations from others
What is the key factors that influence event volunteer commitment but are mostly out of the manager’s control?
- Behaviour dependent
- Support from family and friends
- Enjoyment, interaction, socialising, contributing to social good (can have some control)
What can managers control regarding event volunteer commitment?
CLEAR expectations from organisers
What are the motivations for Sport FOR development volunteers?
- Individual change
- Societal change
- Health, education, social goals
What is a characteristic of Sport FOR development volunteers?
Developmentally minded and committed to the cause
What is a weakness of Sport FOR development volunteers?
- Agendas set by funders
- Dependence on goodwill of volunteers and donors
- Potential culture clash or ethical concerns