Communities Together Durham is seeking an Assistant Development Officer.
Communities Together Durham is an independent Christian charity that works alongside churches and communities to tackle poverty and create lasting change. We lead projects which bring hope to communities across the Tyne -Tees area. We support passionate individuals and groups as they respond to local needs and challenge unjust structures, with a specific focus on alleviating poverty. We work closely with the Diocese of Durham, local authorities and ecumenical partners. You will be part of a staff team of 12 working in three distinct projects.
What Will You Be Doing?
As Assistant Development Officer you will work within our project supporting refugees and asylum seekers in County Durham. You will have excellent people skills and be ready to welcome and support the needs of refugees and asylum seekers. You will be a key part of the team delivering weekly drop ins across County Durham and take a lead on coordinating our new volunteer scheme for service users. You will also be organised, have good administrative skills and be ready to get involved in one-to-one support of service users as required. This new role sits within a supportive and collaborative team.
More information
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:
Joanne Thorns, Supporting Refugees and Asylum Seekers Project Lead
Joanne.thorns@communitiestogetherdurham.org.uk
Communities Together Durham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.Other supporting documents:
- CTD Whistleblowing Policy
- CTD Safer Recruitment Policy
- CTD Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
- CTD Privacy Policy
Applying
An application must be completed on our application form and returned to jo.mcrae@communitiestogetherdurham.org.uk by Friday 24th October at 9am.
Interviews for the role will be held on Monday 3rd November.