Youth Projects Coordinator –
Job Advertisement
Due to the departure of our current Youth Projects Coordinator, we are now looking to appoint a new member to our team.
Principle purpose of the post:
Responsible for developing, coordinating and delivering New Routes’ comprehensive program of activities for young refugees and asylum seekers in Norwich, including coordinating the New Routes Youth Mentoring Project, and other activities. The post holder will develop, maintain, and promote the service.
This role could be for you if…
• You have experience working with young or vulnerable people with complex needs, as well as knowledge of the current trends in youth work and issues relating to young refugees and asylum seekers.
• You understand issues relating to asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants (including rights and entitlements), and have experience in providing sensitive, safe and empowering support to distressed people in vulnerable situations.
• You’re able to work as part of a team within what can sometimes be a high-pressure environment. You will have experience supporting, managing and developing volunteers.
• You are a creative thinker and can plan, facilitate, and evaluate group work activities and social well-being projects – as well as being able to adapt them to meet the diverse needs of a group of people from varying cultures, languages and backgrounds.
The appointment is 3 days per week, offering a competitive salary of £28,556 FTE. Please see Job Description for full details.
To apply, please complete the application form, and include a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best candidate for this exciting role at New Routes Integration. If you would like to talk to someone about the role, please contact CEO, Gee Cook: geecook@newroutes.org.uk
Special conditions of the post:
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and we will need our new Youth Project Coordinator to be able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, as required.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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