6 customisable OKR examples for Volunteer Recruitment Team

What are Volunteer Recruitment Team OKRs?

The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.

OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Volunteer Recruitment Team to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

Building your own Volunteer Recruitment Team OKRs with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own OKRs.

Our customisable Volunteer Recruitment Team OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Volunteer Recruitment Team. We also included strategic projects for each template to make it easier to understand the difference between key results and projects.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

1OKRs to establish an effective grant research volunteer team

  • ObjectiveEstablish an effective grant research volunteer team
  • Key ResultIdentify and apply for at least 20 potential grant opportunities
  • TaskPrepare necessary documents for grant applications
  • TaskResearch and compile a list of 20 potential grant opportunities
  • TaskSubmit applications for identified grants
  • Key ResultBoost yearly revenue by successfully securing at least 3 new grants
  • TaskFollow-up consistently on sent proposals
  • TaskCraft compelling grant proposals highlighting our strengths
  • TaskResearch potential grants aligned with our company's vision
  • Key ResultRecruit and train 5 skilled volunteers for grant research by end of quarter
  • TaskPost volunteer requirements on job boards and social media platforms
  • TaskInterview candidates to assess relevant skills and passion
  • TaskSchedule and conduct training sessions for selected volunteers

2OKRs to establish a proficient grant research volunteer team

  • ObjectiveEstablish a proficient grant research volunteer team
  • Key ResultRecruit and onboard 10 proficient grant researching volunteers in the team
  • TaskDevelop a concise volunteer recruitment ad focusing on grant research skills
  • TaskHold webinars or interviews to assess applicants' proficiency
  • TaskDesign an effective onboarding program for selected volunteers
  • Key ResultSuccessfully apply and secure a minimum of 5 grants
  • TaskResearch and identify potential grants relevant to your project
  • TaskPrepare and submit comprehensive, compelling grant applications
  • TaskFollow up promptly on application status and feedback
  • Key ResultDevelop and finalize at least 20 complete grant applications
  • TaskIdentify 20 suitable grant opportunities for application
  • TaskSubmit final versions of each grant application
  • TaskCreate, review and edit draft applications for all identified grants

3OKRs to enhance volunteer recruitment and retention for grant research and social media

  • ObjectiveEnhance volunteer recruitment and retention for grant research and social media
  • Key ResultIncrease 15% volunteers' engagement through regular interactive activities
  • TaskImplement weekly interactive events tailored for volunteer interests
  • TaskDevelop a reward system for active volunteer participation
  • TaskStrengthen communication channels for easier volunteer interaction
  • Key ResultImplement volunteer tracking system to reduce dropout rate by 30%
  • TaskDevelop volunteer engagement strategies
  • TaskResearch and select specific volunteer tracking software
  • TaskTrain staff on using tracking system
  • Key ResultAttain a 25% increase in volunteer signups for grant research and social media
  • TaskImprove outreach in local community networking events
  • TaskDevelop incentive programs to encourage sign-ups
  • TaskLaunch an engaging recruitment campaign targeting potential volunteers

4OKRs to establish an active social media volunteer team

  • ObjectiveEstablish an active social media volunteer team
  • Key ResultRecruit and onboard 10 committed, skilled social media volunteers by week 6
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive onboarding program for the new recruits
  • TaskConduct interviews and skill assessments for potential volunteers
  • TaskDevelop a recruitment ad targeting skilled social media enthusiasts
  • Key ResultAchieve a 30% increase in social media engagement by the end of the quarter
  • TaskLaunch engaging competitions or giveaways
  • TaskDevelop and implement a consistent posting schedule
  • TaskRespond promptly and constructively to all comments
  • Key ResultDesign and implement 2 detailed social media strategies by week 9
  • TaskImplement strategies and monitor their effectiveness
  • TaskIdentify target audience and platforms for each strategy
  • TaskOutline content plan and schedule for both strategies

5OKRs to expand the reach of our nonprofit organization

  • ObjectiveExpand the reach of our nonprofit organization
  • Key ResultBoost fundraising revenue by 30% through improved campaigns and donor retention
  • TaskEvaluate, improve, and maintain the donor retention strategy
  • TaskImplement a personalized approach to donor communication and engagement
  • TaskDevelop compelling storytelling for fundraising campaigns
  • Key ResultIncrease the number of active volunteers by 20%
  • TaskImprove the volunteer onboarding process
  • TaskLaunch a recruiting campaign targeting community engagement
  • TaskDevelop an attractive volunteer benefits package
  • Key ResultSecure 5 new partnerships for collaborative projects and events
  • TaskNegotiate and finalize partnership contracts
  • TaskIdentify potential partners in alignment with project goals
  • TaskInitiate outreach to selected prospects for collaboration

6OKRs to create a robust Social Media Volunteer Team for improved visibility and donor awareness

  • ObjectiveCreate a robust Social Media Volunteer Team for improved visibility and donor awareness
  • Key ResultBoost social media engagement by 25% through increased posting and interaction
  • TaskRespond to all new comments within 3 hours
  • TaskIncrease daily posts frequency on all social media channels by 50%
  • TaskRegularly share user-generated content
  • Key ResultRecruit and train 10 volunteers for Social Media team in two weeks
  • TaskPost volunteer positions on social media platforms
  • TaskImplement a social media training program for selected volunteers
  • TaskConduct interviews and select potential candidates
  • Key ResultDrive a 20% increase in donor awareness with improved social media content
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate social media analytics to optimize engagement
  • TaskLaunch targeted online advertising campaigns to reach potential donors
  • TaskDevelop engaging, donor-centric content for all social media platforms

Volunteer Recruitment Team OKR best practices to boost success

Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇

Tip #1: Limit the number of key results

Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your OKRs.

We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRs

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparency

Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row

Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.

As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.

Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.

How to turn your Volunteer Recruitment Team OKRs in a strategy map

The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

  • It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
  • It will highlight poorly set OKRs
  • It will surface execution risks
  • It improves transparency and accountability

Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.

A strategy map in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

More Volunteer Recruitment Team OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

OKRs resources

Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.

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