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Title | Pioneer Coordinator |
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Position Overview:
Azafady runs two volunteering programmes which aid the organisation in achieving its objectives, whilst promoting Madagascar internationally. The longest running of these programmes is Pioneer. This programme attracts
The role of the Pioneer Coordinator, in conjunction with the Team Leader, is to ensure the smooth functioning of the programme. The Coordinator acts as a bridge between the Azafady project teams, guides and the volunteers. The Coordinator is also responsible for the well-being of the volunteers for the duration of the scheme. The Team Leader and the Co-ordinator will work together on all major issues and as such must create and maintain a good professional relationship.
Pioneer volunteers provide much needed funds and labour to Azafady. For this reason it is imperative that volunteers complete the much needed work set aside for their programme, whilst having a positive experience so that they go
Everyone involved in Pioneer acts as the public face of the organisation to the communities in which they are working, therefore it is imperative the Co-ordinator and their group of volunteers behave in a professional and friendly manner at all times.
The Co-ordinator is mainly field based although does have some duties in Fort Dauphin. Whilst in Fort Dauphin the Co-ordinator is responsible for accompanying volunteers during any work that must be undertaken and also in providing
Example tasks for field and town include- intervening to create a positive social and working environment, providing practical advice and support in the event of difficulties and working alongside volunteers to complete project activities. For specific
Duties and responsibilities:
The Pioneer Coordinator will:
Contract type: Indeterminate Location: Anosy Region, Madagascar Reporting to: Head of Volunteering Start Date: Late 2012. Closing date for
Pay and conditions: The chosen candidate will receive a local wage in the local currency (Ariary) that will cover all necessary subsistence costs and will have costs associated with flight, visa and insurance covered. The contract is for one year and is extendable.
Requirements: The successful applicant will:
Anyone interested in applying for this position should send a detailed CV and a cover letter explaining how their skills and experience match the requirements in the Job Description to Mark Jacobs, by email or by post. Azafady Ltd Studio 7 1a Beethoven Street London, W10 4LG Tel: +44 (0) 20 8960 6629 Email: mark@azafady.org More information on the work of Azafady can be found at www.madagascar.co.uk |