Volunteer Co-ordinator – Jewish Women’s Aid – 10th August 2009
Jewish Women’s Aid is the only charity in the UK working with Jewish women, and their children, affected by domestic violence. We run a refuge, community support service, helpline and education and awareness raising programmes.
We are currently looking to recruit a:
VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR
35 hours per week
£28,949
JWA has a small, dynamic staff team. As a national community charity we rely on dedicated volunteers to run several services, including our confidential helpline and free counselling service. You’ll be responsible for the recruitment, management, training and development of more than 110 volunteers. You will also take the lead on implementing the recommendations of a recent volunteer review, and develop a policy and strategic vision for volunteering. In addition, you’ll assist other staff in organising life skills groups for clients.
You’ll be enthusiastic, proactive and creative, and someone who enjoys working in a structured way. You will already have experience of managing volunteers, and will be passionate about the idea of voluntarism. Knowledge and understanding of domestic violence and the Jewish community is also essential.
Please go to http://www.jwa.org.uk to download an application pack and form, or contact Suzi Epstein, Office Manager on info@jwa.org.uk or 020 8445 8060.
Closing date: 10th August 2009.
Interviews: week of 24th August 2009.
This post is advertised in accordance with section 7.2 (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. Only women need apply. Registered charity number: 1047045