Director of Volunteers, Fluent in English, Prior Admin Experience, Lawyer or Legal Professional

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Advocates Abroad is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of Volunteers. The Director is primarily responsible for recruiting and interviewing all remote and field teams.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The position is based on Lesvos, Greece or remotely as preferred.

• Duration of the position is six months, with preference for applicants capable of serving at least one year.

• The position includes training and review materials.

• The position is unpaid though a modest reimbursement is provided for operational costs.
  RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates volunteer applications and conducts interviews for recruitment

• Organizes administrative files for each team and updates team calendar.

• Liaises regularly with Executive Director to ensure the effective and thorough training of field volunteers.

• Regularly maintains contact with all volunteers active in teams.

• Facilitates weekly logistics Skype call.

• Communicates monthly with the Board of Directors or as needed.
  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completed/enrolled in a Graduate degree.

• Law preferred.

• Minimum five years of relevant coordinator experience (required).

• Demonstrated experience with working with refugees and asylum-seekers.

• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills.

• Cultural sensitivity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Fluent in English. Knowledge of Arabic, Greek, Farsi an asset.