RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Before engaging in any kind of concrete e-volunteering processes, youth organizations should have a clear understanding of the concept of e-volunteering and its parameters, and whether the specific internal performance elements (work format, type of activities, impact made, management procedures, services required within the scope of work etc.) and the type of contribution of young people involved in their work, allies with the concept of e-volunteering.
2. It is important for youth organizations which apply e-volunteering practices, to have a clear understanding of the competences required for the development of the tasks assigned to e-volunteers, identify any skills-gaps and provide additional training in order to overcome them. Followingly, it is imperative that they engage in appropriate quality management of their e-volunteers, as well as regular assessment of the impact and productivity of their performance, in order to reach the desired goals.
3. Clarity and communication are vital for successful e-volunteering practices. Youth organizations should adequately prepare internal procedures, develop structures and define communication channels among the people involved in these practices, but far and foremost ensure that those are well comprehended and applied in all phases of work.
STEPS TO APPLY THE RECOMMENDATIONS
Proper preparation before engaging e-volunteers.
Assessment of the suitability of e-volunteers for the required tasks and the fulfillment of the desired objectives.
Definition of the tasks to be carried out either fully or partially online by e-volunteers.
Reservation of time for e-volunteers management (1 to 2 hours a week to supervise and support each e-volunteer).
Development of an online volunteering policy, including how the volunteers will be recruited and managed and how their input will be evaluated