Part-time VOP worker

Northern Ireland Deaf Youth Association (NIDYA)

NIDYA Wilton House 5/6 College Square North BELFAST BT1 6AR

16 Feb 2007

NIDYA

info@nidya.org.uk

028 9043 8566

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY PROJECT (VOP)

This Project aims to offer challenges and opportunities, set standards for volunteers, increase recognition for volunteering as an expression of citizenship and make a positive impact within local communities.

The applicant must be able to use effective communication skills with Deaf/Hearing impaired, preferably through sign language. Must have completed Level 1 in BSL or ISL, relevant experience of working with volunteers in a community or youth work setting and have a driving licence or be confidence in using public transport.

Ideally applicants should have a proven track record in co-ordinating similar projects. The successful applicant should expect to travel throughout Northern Ireland.

The position will be a 1-year fixed term contract working 25 hours per week including flexible hours and some weekends

For an application form please contact:

NIDYA
Wilton House
5/6 College Square North
BELFAST
BT1 6AR

Tel/fax: 028 9043 8566
Minicom: 028 9023 6453
Email: info@nidya.org.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 16 February 2007 at 12.00 noon
Possible Interview period: Monday 26 - Friday 2 March 2007

NIDYA is an equal opportunities employer

This post is funded by the Volunteer Development Agency.