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Job Description and Person Specification[/h]
| Job Title: | Assistant National Volunteer Coordinator |
| Location: | Based in Morogoro, Tanzania |
| Reporting to: Responsible for: | National Volunteer Coordinator (NVC) National Volunteers |
[h=2]General Information[/h]
Raleigh International is a youth and sustainable development charity which enables people of all ages, backgrounds and nationalities, especially young people, to develop as leaders, team players and global citizens through participating in sustainable community development and environmental protection projects.
Raleigh International has nearly 30 years of experience of running its programmes and expeditions around the world. Raleigh International is very excited as we start our new operation in Tanzania, including both our highly regarded expeditions and our new International Citizen Service programme on behalf of the UKs Department for International Development.
Overall purpose of the job
To support the development and delivery of Raleigh Tanzanias National Volunteer Programme, which engages young Tanzanian nationals in our work. You will be part of a team that will be responsible for all aspects of the programme including volunteer recruitment, selection, training; and support. You will also provide opportunities to volunteers after they leave the programme, including signposting to other opportunities and supporting the establishment of Raleigh societies in various regions of Tanzania. This post is the second of two posts and will be predominately focussing on the post-placement activities for our National Volunteers.
Support to other members of the permanent and volunteer staff team will be expected, particularly in supporting team members with written and verbal Kiswahili.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the NVC to develop and review the National Volunteer Strategy.
- Work with the NVC, Country Programme Manager (CPM) and Country Programme Leader (CPL) to implement the National Volunteer Strategy across all of Raleighs programmes.
- Promote Raleigh International among young people in Tanzania, both directly and through other organisations, and recruit participants in accordance with the targets set out in the National Volunteer Strategy.
- Develop a post volunteer placement Action at Home programme for national volunteers to continue being engaged in Raleigh Tanzania activities.
- Support the development of Raleigh alumni activities in various regions of Tanzania as our Alumni grow. Encourage their involvement in recruiting and training of future volunteers and opportunities for their members to continue to develop.
- Work as part of the team to recruit, select and prepare them for their programmes, which include briefing days, kit provision, English language training and support.
- Carry out any other tasks reasonably requested by the NVC.
Person Specification:
Essential
- Experience of working with young people of different cultures and backgrounds
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
- Experience of delivering training
- Sufficient understanding of financial information and budgeting
- An enthusiastic, energetic team-player, with a can do attitude
- Experience of managing a budget and keeping accurate financial records.
- Competence in using computers to manage and present information.
- Commitment to the aims, ethos and culture of Raleigh International
Desirable
- Experience of fundraising
- Experience of working with volunteers
- A good understanding of environmental and development issues
- Knowledge of online marketing and social media
- Previous Raleigh experience
- Clean driving licence
Other Information
Values & Behaviours
Raleighs core values are Drive, Courage, Integrity, and Discovery. Our staff are expected to be passionate about, and proud of their role. Team working is fundamental to our standards, by assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities / tasks if necessary. We are also results driven, committed and self-motivated to achieving targets, embracing accountability for our own actions.
Raleigh International is committed to ensuring the health, safety, welfare and development of all young people with whom it works regardless of gender, age, stage of development, disability, sexual orientation, religion, culture or ethnicity. All participants who take part in projects organised by us should enjoy taking part in these without fear of harm. We guide staff and volunteers to show respect for and understanding of young peoples rights and their safety and welfare and by so doing, conduct themselves in a way that reflects our principles.
Application information
To apply for this role please send a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements presented in the Person Specification above, plus a copy of your Curriculum Vitae / resume to Ms Carolyn Henry: c.henry@raleightanzania.org
Deadline for applications: Wednesday 28th August 2013
Interviews will be held: Week commencing 2nd September 2013
Starting date: Week Commencing 16th September 2013 with induction days prior to start date
Many thanks for your interest in Raleigh International
Raleigh International is a UK registered charity
Raleigh Tanzania is a Tanzania registered non-profit organisation
We strive to be an equal opportunity employer.