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Affiliate/Chaos Coordinator!

Chaos Coordinators (CCs) play a pivotal role in the Hot Mess Express (HME) organization. They are the backbone of our community efforts, leading and managing local Affiliates to deliver on HME’s mission of providing organizing and decluttering services to women in need.

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What a Chaos Coordinator Does:

• Leads and Inspires: CCs are leaders who inspire their teams and the women they help through action, compassion, and dedication.

• Connects and Communicates: They maintain open lines of communication between volunteers, community members, and the broader HME network.

• Organizes and Manages: From logistical planning to execution, CCs ensure that every aspect of the mission is thoughtfully organized and managed.

• Educates and Empowers: By training volunteers and informing the community, CCs empower others to make a significant difference.

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As a Chaos Coordinator, you will need to be familiar with Facebook groups and Google Docs as your Affiliate will depend on these two things to run successfully.

 

Here’s a detailed outline of what a CC is responsible for and does:

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Key Responsibilities of a Chaos Coordinator:

1. Mission Coordination and Execution:

• Plan and execute rescue missions. This involves assessing the needs of the nominee, planning the schedule for the rescue mission, and ensuring all necessary resources and volunteers are available.

• Lead volunteers during missions, providing guidance and support to ensure that the tasks are completed effectively and sensitively. 

 

2. Volunteer Management:

• Recruit and train new volunteers, ensuring they understand HME’s mission, values, and methods.

• Schedule volunteers for organizing missions, and provide ongoing support and feedback to maintain engagement and effectiveness.

 

3. Community Engagement:

• Act as the primary HME representative in the local community, working to build relationships with local businesses, potential donors, and other organizations that might support HME’s work.

• Promote HME’s mission within the community to increase awareness, support, and participation.

 

4. Administration and Reporting:

• Manage the administrative duties of the Affiliate, including scheduling, communications, and record-keeping.

• Maintain detailed records of missions, volunteer participation, and impact metrics.

• Report regularly to HME headquarters on Affiliate activities, successes, challenges, and resource needs.

 

5. Fundraising and Resource Development:​

• Identify and engage potential sponsors and donors to secure funding and in-kind donations.

 

6. Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that all Affiliate activities comply with HME’s policies and standards, as well as local regulations.

• Monitor the quality of the services provided during missions, ensuring they meet the organization’s standards and the clients’ expectations.

 

7. Emotional Support and Advocacy:

• Provide emotional support to the women served, recognizing the profound vulnerability accepting help requires. 

• Advocate for the needs of women who are struggling with overwhelming home environments, working to provide not just physical but also emotional and social support.