Volunteer Advocacy Coordinator (Hybrid, 21h/wk)

Angusindadvocacy; Forfar; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A community advocacy organization in Forfar seeks an individual to support advocacy for adults needing social care. Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteer advocates, facilitating advocacy groups, and promoting individual empowerment. The role requires dedication to social justice and inclusion, offering a hybrid working model of 21 hours per week with a fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will foster an environment of collaboration and respect.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in community advocacy or support work.
• Ability to train and supervise volunteers.
• Strong commitment to inclusion and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and train volunteer citizen advocates.
• Facilitate advocacy groups and forums.
• Create safe spaces for shared experiences.

Skills

Promotion of human rights

Training and supervision

Community engagement

Critical reflection

Job description

A community advocacy organization in Forfar seeks an individual to support advocacy for adults needing social care. Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteer advocates, facilitating advocacy groups, and promoting individual empowerment. The role requires dedication to social justice and inclusion, offering a hybrid working model of 21 hours per week with a fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will foster an environment of collaboration and respect.