Volunteer Football Coach

Southern Africa

Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
Location: Southern Africa
Grade: Volunteer - International Specialist - Internationally recruited Volunteer
Occupational Groups:
Closing Date: Closed

The Danish Refugee Council is looking for passionate, creative and friendly Volunteer Football Coach for the unique opportunity of training kids and teenagers in Rafina Site.

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in 40 countries around the world.

DRC’s mandate is driven by three global strategic objectives within the DRC Assistance Framework: Saving lives and alleviation of immediate suffering among people affected by conflict, Safeguarding, restoration and development of livelihoods, Institutional and organizational change that contributes to protection of people’s rights and peaceful handling of conflict

Background

DRC has been operating in Greece since December 2015, providing support to the Greek Ministry of Migration Policy in ensuring dignified reception conditions for refugees and migrants arriving on Lesvos island. In March 2016, DRC expanded its operations in Athens area, Larissa and Thessaloniki in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee population on mainland Greece.

Purpose

We are looking for imaginative, creative, positive and friendly people who know the big difference sports and sportsmanship can have in a person’s life and can start as soon as possible.

The main responsibilities include:

Train participants
Plan games
Create and foster an environment that promotes sportsmanship.
Work with DRC staff in acquiring all necessary materials for the activities.

Required Qualifications

Fluent in Farsi or Arabic is a strong advantage but does not eliminate any other Greek speaking candidate, since children have been joining Greek classes during school year.
Strong communication skills
Being patient
Experience coaching football
You must be energetic, enthusiastic and able to motivate others
Previous experience working in a multicultural environment is a strong advantage.
Previous work experience in a volunteer group or international organization is advantage.
Able to commit for at least 2 months, minimum 6 hours per week.

Skills & Qualities

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, experienced in working with different groups, partners and nationalities
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
Flexible, enthusiastic

General Regulations

The volunteer shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct, the Child Safeguarding Policies and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework.

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

Applications close on 30th of June 2017

Due to the urgency of the position DRC reserves the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.

This vacancy is now closed.
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