The successful applicant of this position will be expected to take a lead role in the general administrative and operational requirements of the organisation; including volunteer management. We rely heavily on volunteers to carry out our work. Many volunteers need support; especially upon arrival; in order to successfully adapt to life at the Project and make a meaningful contribution. Assistance with volunteer support is needed pre-service to help field questions and create accurate expectations of the experience; and post-service to keep ARP’s community strong. In addition; the position requires that documents relating to all aspects of the organisation be kept up to date and organised. The applicant will take a lead role in coordinating the development of the new community centre; which will act as the base for all ARP operations. What we ask from you: Work is required from Mondays to Fridays; except for local holidays. Provide in-service support to volunteers and interns; and assist with pre- and post-service support. The applicant is expected to live in volunteer housing and provide a positive example to other volunteers. The coordinator must be friendly and easily accessible to volunteers during weekday afternoons. The coordinator also needs to become familiar with worksites and is encouraged to spend at least one morning each week involved in programming. If there is a lack of volunteers; the coordinator may be asked to fill in where needed in the field. Public buses are typically used to reach field sites; in some cases; travelling by private car or walking is required. Applicants must be able to walk 4km comfortably. If you have any special abilities/skills; we welcome you as capacity permits to teach a community class in our new community centre. This is a long-term position that requires a minimum 8 months commitment.
Responsibilities:
None
January 2017 – August 2017
8 months minimum
Adults of both sexes 25+
Qualifications: advanced English; advanced Spanish; previous administrative/operative experience; previous leadership experience; previous international work or volunteer experience; experience working with children. Skills: excellent people skills; first class communication skills; strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to adapt quickly to diverse situations; dependability; tolerant, patient, and understanding; familiarity or willingness to learn Google Drive/Docs.
Project participation fees will be waived for the successful applicant, which means housing, food and program services and materials are provided. Flights, visas, insurance, and excursions are the responsibility of the volunteer.
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