Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP Wealstun, Yorkshire is recruiting new members who live within 30 miles of the HMP Wealstun, Yorkshire and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: 997/Wealstun/2019

Closing date for completed returned applications: 10/11/2019

Trustees with legal, fundraising expertise, co Secretary and/or located in Greece

• Do you want to help child refugees access safe, legal routes to sanctuary?
• Do you want to join a ground-breaking, determined and compassionate charity that is leading the fight for child refugees caught in limbo in Europe and elsewhere?

Who we are:

Safe Passage International (SPI) is a strategic organisation with a legal focus. We champion refugee rights to legal safe passage (protection and a dignified life) through strategic legal work, advocacy, capacity building and community organising.

Safe Passage started as a project of charity Citizens UK in response to the plight of child refugees in Calais. In the last three years we have developed into a multi award winning project with an annual spend of £1.2 million and approximately 22 staff active in 3 countries. More than 1,800 children have travelled through the safe and legal routes we have helped open through our ground-breaking cross-border approach.

In the last year SPI has registered as legal organisations in France and Greece, enabling our operations to grow from strength to strength.

What are we looking for?

We are now looking to appoint up to 3 new Trustees to help drive our continued success and provide strategic direction to our legal and advocacy work. We are looking for Trustees with experience and expertise at a strategic level in one or more of the following areas:

• Litigation and legal work, particularly in the areas of immigration or human rights law
• Greek charity/business sectors; we are looking for an individual based in or partially domiciled in Greece
• Lived experience of fleeing persecution and refugee protection
• Fundraising at national and international levels
• Company Secretary experience

SPI is committed to building a board which is gender balanced, diverse, and international in composition.

What difference will you make?

Some 30,000 children risked their lives to reach Europe in 2018, almost 13,000 were unaccompanied. At a time when many national Governments across Europe are hardening their approach towards refugees and migrants, your work on the Board will help shape our three year strategy to ensure safe and legal routes to sanctuary exist for all people seeking asylum in Europe, especially children. We are also looking for Trustees with experience in fundraising who can help us develop our fundraising strategy and ensure SPI is in a sustainable position to continue this ground-breaking work.

What is required?

Trustees will meet quarterly with sub-committees meeting in the intervening period. Meetings will be predominantly held in London, but with video conferencing available for those not based in the UK.

Trustees are invited to serve a 3 year term and in addition to attending full board meetings, and the meetings of any sub-committees on which they choose to serve, are expected to visit at least one Safe Passage operational site per year, and directly contribute oversight to the work of the organisation in the area within which they specialise.

All trustees will be required to complete an induction and enhanced DBS check, and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed by the charity.

How to apply

Applicants are invited to submit a CV and covering letter of no more than two pages. Those invited to interview will have an opportunity to discuss the role with the SPI CEO before an interview with existing members of the Board.

Closing date: 18th October 2019 at 12 noon

Essex Appropriate Adult Volunteer main tasks: 

1. To carry out appropriate adult call-outs between the hours of 7am – 11pm, to designated police stations as agreed with the appropriate adult co-ordinator. 

2. To support and assist the vulnerable person through the custody process 

3. To ensure that the vulnerable person understands their rights and the police processes whilst in custody 

4. To ensure that the health, well being, legal rights, access to a solicitor and entitlements of the vulnerable person whilst in custody are in accordance with PACE code C 

5. To assist with communication between the vulnerable person and the police 

6. To consult the vulnerable person’s custody record to clarify and check any concerns raised by the vulnerable person or police 

7. To ensure that the police act fairly and with respect for the rights of the vulnerable person while in custody 

8. To complete the appropriate adult report from, ensuring that all relevant information is recorded correctly, clearly and concisely and ensure that this is returned to the co-ordinator within 24 hours of completion 

9. To Maintain the confidentiality of information received in the course of your role and ensure that information is not disclosed to a third party 

10. To attend and participate in continuous training, support and 1-1 sessions as required 

11. To actively ensure the safeguarding and promote the welfare of the vulnerable person whilst undertaking the above duties 

12. To Communicate appropriate information to external agencies as required and is accordance with Open Roads data and sharing of information policy 

13. Treat all individuals fairly and not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, ethic or racial origin, sexual orientation, social background, religion, disability or any other factor 

14. To operate at all time within safe practice principles 

Oxfam runs a network of over 650 shops which raise millions of pounds each year to fund Oxfam's vital work.

If you enjoy meeting people, are able to tell the difference between a designer and high street label and are happy to learn new skills, this role could be for you.

Many of our volunteers offer at least one 4-hour shift each week however you can discuss your availability with the shop manager who will let you know when vacancies exist.

Key responsibilities:

Every Oxfam Shop is different and our shops that sell fashion items sell a wide variety of both new and donated merchandise therefore the specific roles will vary according to your interests and the needs of the shop. As a member of the clothing team however it is likely that you will do some or all of the following:

• Display items and replenish in line with shop standards
• Receive donations, sort, value and price donated goods within our clothing department
• Identify and value fashionable and saleable goods for selling online from donated stock
• You may wish to take specific responsibility for a particular area - e.g. men's, women's, accessories and children's clothes.

Skills and competencies:

You don't need specific skills or qualifications to volunteer in an Oxfam Shop. However, working as a member of the clothing team the following are desirable.

• An interest in fashion and retail
• Ability to work within the shop guidelines
• Reliability
• The ability once trained to value donated stock through online research
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills

What this role can offer the volunteer:

Oxfam Shop volunteers benefit in lots of ways.  You will be joining over 22,000 volunteers to show "we won't live with poverty".

• You will be given all necessary training and support for this role.
• This is an opportunity to use and share your interest in clothes and fashion in a very worthwhile way
• You will gain retail experience; specifically in the area of clothing sales. In addition you will be offered the opportunity to develop a range of skills across the whole shop, including at a later stage, the opportunity to mentor newer members of the volunteer team.
• Oxfam Shop volunteers can claim reasonable local travel expenses and lunch costs, in line with Oxfam's policy.

Please note this is a voluntary position - we can offer you great CV experience, the chance to be part of a diverse and happy team, the chance to build your confidence, work experience or language skills and the opportunity to make a real difference to Oxfam in your free time, but it is unpaid. For our paid jobs do please check out the Oxfam website!

Learn new skills, improve your CV and meet new friends, whilst also helping those suffering from poverty in the UK and abroad.

We are looking for volunteer cashiers for our lovely store in Tooting Broadway!

Weekend or weekday shifts are available, we're flexible!

You will be trained on any or all of the following:

Receiving donations, sorting, valuing & pricing donated stock

Displaying and replenishing donated stock in line with shop standards

Pricing, displaying & ordering our New Product range such as Fairtrade foods, Gifts and cards Visual merchandising & window dressing Providing Customer service & operating the till Promoting our Gift Aid scheme and much more ...

No experience required as full training provided, but we require that you are dedicated, reliable, willing to learn & we'd love it if you can commit to a minimum of one shift per week (4 hours).

Temporary or permanent positions available.

An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative international charity

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP/YOI Rochester, Kent is recruiting new members who live within 20 miles of the HMP/YOI Rochester, Kent and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: 1003/Rochester/2019

Closing date for completed returned applications: 3 November 2019

Second Tree is a community-led, volunteer-run, grassroots NGO that supports, teaches and learns with refugees across Northern Greece. We are looking for a new Administrative Officer to facilitate the running of our programs on-site in Ioannina.

In this role, you will be liaising with members across the organisation to oversee the completion of essential tasks and ensuring that Second Tree’s project, administrative and fundraising activities run smoothly. 

Role description

You will…  

• Manage the completion of routine financial tasks, including the maintenance of a clear invoicing system, compiling financial reports, drafting budgets, and ensuring financial records are exceptionally well kept

• Be responsible for the day to day organisation of office supplies, inventories, relevant IT systems and filing duties

• Provide grants administration support to relevant team members, including  tracking application deadlines and progress, drafting applications, liaising with relevant individuals and uploading supporting documents

• Work in conjunction with senior management to further streamline current administrative systems and processes

• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders and represent Second Tree in relevant external meetings

• Capture and compile relevant MEL data related to the program

• Ensure overall management of administrative procedures and processes

Skills 

You are able to…

• Pay close attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

• Maintain a high level of organisation at all times

• Self-manage a workload which includes a broad range of tasks

• Be accountable, transparent and honest

• Prioritise tasks effectively and  delegate to others when their support is needed to ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner

• Use essential IT software (Excel, google drive), as well as common social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram)

•    Communicate in English at a C2 level, both written and orally

Knowledge

You understand…

• The importance of this role to the successful running of a small NGO

• Essential background of the refugee crisis and its impact

• The importance of clear, precise communication

We offer

Accommodation in a shared house.

Transportation to/from work.

After completion of a three month trial, small monthly expenses refund.

How to Apply

Please send the following to Giovanni Fontana at the email provided below.

1) Your CV

2) Your cover letter

In your mail, please:

3) Put “Administrative Officer Candidate CharityJob” as the subject line

5) Specify the dates you would be available to volunteer

If the application includes all of these we will get back to you in a maximum of 48hs.

Second Tree is a community-led, volunteer-run, grassroots NGO that supports, teaches and learns with refugees across Northern Greece. We are looking for a Program Coordinator for our Adult Education Program based in Ioannina.

In this role, you’ll be coordinating the implementation of language classes and associated tasks at three refugee sites: Katsikas refugee camp, Agia Eleni refugee camp and the Mikri Polis Community Centre.

The majority of the students are from Syria, Afghanistan, and Iraq. The sites have two to four English classes each day, which are differentiated by English ability from A0 to B2.

Role description

You will…  

• Coordinate and manage daily operations of the adult education program

• Develop the program in coordination with the Programs Manager

• Assess impact and effectiveness against program objectives

• Ensure that teachers are equipped with the necessary knowledge to complete their administrative tasks to a high standard and in a timely fashion

• Conduct regular class observations, providing teachers with quality feedback on their teaching

• Provide new teachers with key insights into language teaching in the refugee context

• Ensure inductions to and exits from the education team are smooth and effective, including successful handover of classes between teachers

• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders and represent Second Tree in relevant external meetings

• Capture and compile monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) reports in line with program deadlines

• Ensure overall management of the program, guaranteeing quality and relevance 

Skills 

You are able to..

• Oversee the daily activities of the adult education team

• Ensure that teachers’ needs are met and that they in turn meet the requirements of their roles

• Be accountable and efficient, making sure that tasks that you take up are completed in the agreed timeframe

• Be honest and transparent, being able to give and receive feedback in the most straightforward way

• Have a strong sense of humor, being able to make fun of yourself is key

• Care for people, the interests of the people we work with should always be your first concern

• Instil the values above in the people that work with you

• Communicate in English at a C2 level, both written and orally

• Manage individuals effectively to create a positive team environment in which shared problem solving is encouraged

• Prioritise and delegate tasks effectively, ensuring all deadlines are met

• Manage a wide-ranging workload

Knowledge

You understand and possess knowledge of...

• Education in emergencies concepts

• The refugee crisis and its impact and trajectory

• The needs of refugee students and can adapt content, programming and best practices to meet these needs

• The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and how to develop syllabi in line with it

• Assessment and evaluation procedures, and how to prepare students for language proficiency test

• Adult refugee projects and opportunities for further learning and employment

• Research on adult learning strategies and pedagogies, especially for illiterate or semi-literate adults

• ESL/EFL lesson planning procedures

• ESL/EFL methodologies, theories and techniques 

• Your own personal leadership skills/profile and how to effectively manage a team

We offer

– Accommodation in a shared house.

– Transportation to/from work.

– After completion of a three month trial, small monthly expenses refund.

How to Apply

Please send the following to Giovanni Fontana at the email provided below.

1) Your CV

2) Your cover letter

3) Copy of your teaching qualifications 

In your mail, please:

4) Put “Adult Education Coordinator CharityJob” as the subject line

5) Specify the dates you would be available to volunteer (starting date and length)

6) At the end of the email, copy-paste the link of the ad you are responding to

If the application includes all of these we will get back to you in a maximum of 48hs.

Second Tree is a community-led, volunteer-run, grassroots NGO that supports, teaches and learns with refugees across Northern Greece. We are looking for a new Youth Program Coordinator for our Scouts Program based in Ioannina.

In this role, you’ll be coordinating the daily planning and delivery of activities for young refugees  in two refugee camps: Katsikas and Agia Eleni. 

The program consists of English language classes, educational workshops and excursions outside of the camp. It aims to develop the core values of teamwork, responsibility, kindness and focus in its participants, through structured, participatory activities. The program engages around 50 children at each site, between the ages of 8 and 17, the majority of whom are from Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria.

Role description

You will…  

• Coordinate, delegate, and manage a team of 4-5 volunteers in the daily operations of the Scouts Program

• Develop current programming in coordination with the Programs Manager and project team member

• Assess impact and effectiveness of the program in line with its objectives 

• Plan and deliver effective educational and outdoor activities, within a theme-based, modular curriculum

• Ensure a high quality of program implementation, with the ability to provide behaviour management and safeguarding training to new volunteers

• Directly supervise and support project team to ensure effective inductions and transfer of key skills/knowledge take place between short term team members

• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders

• Represent Second Tree in relevant external meetings with international actors (UNHCR, IOM, ASB, Intersos, TDH) or local authorities (municipality, army, police, etc)

• Capture and compile relevant M&E on the program

• Conduct interviews with volunteer candidates 

Skills 

You are able to. . .

• Oversee the delivery of program activities and the completion of vital administrative and logistical tasks

• Be accountable and efficient, making sure that tasks that you take up are completed in the agreed timeframe

• Be honest and transparent, being able to give and receive feedback in the most straightforward way

• Have a strong sense of humor, being able to make fun of yourself is key

• Care for people, the interests of the people we work with should always be your first concern

• Instil the values above in the people that work with you 

• Prioritise and delegate tasks effectively, ensuring all deadlines are met

• Manage individuals effectively to create a positive team environment in which shared problem solving is encouraged

• Communicate in English, both written and orally

• Learn quickly, managing a wide-ranging and intense workload

Knowledge

You understand…

• What is required to work and effectively communicate in complex and volatile contexts

• Essential background of the refugee crisis and its impact

• Essential behaviour management techniques which can be employed effectively with children and young people

• Your own personal leadership skills/profile and how to effectively manage a team

We offer

– Accommodation in a shared house.

– Transportation to/from work.

– After completion of a three month trial, small monthly expenses refund.

How to Apply

Please send the following to Giovanni Fontana at the email provided below.

1) Your CV

2) Your cover letter

3) Copy of your teaching qualifications (If applicable)

In your mail, please:

4) Put “Youth Program Coordinator Candidate CharityJob” as the subject line

5) Specify the dates you would be available to volunteer (starting date and length)

6) At the end of the email, copy-paste the link of the ad you are responding to

If the application includes all of these we will get back to you in a maximum of 48hs.

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP Hull is recruiting new members who live within 30 miles of the HMP Hull and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: HMP Hull

Closing date for completed returned applications: 10/11/2019

Time commitment: Fridays, 10.30am – 1.30pm

About the New Roots Team

New Roots is a project funded by the European Commission’s Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF). It includes three separate teams:

• Engage - providing welfare and housing advice and private rented scheme
• Connect - delivering social integration activities
• Aspire - providing employment support

ESOL provision falls into the Connect element of the project which aims at helping refugee clients develop their language and soft skills; orientate themselves in London; engage with their local community; and learn about their rights and entitlements in the UK. Current, past and future Connect’ s services include: English conversation clubs, a knitting group, an English-for-work course, a Digital Skills course and social outings for clients and their families. 

What will I be doing?

You will support the Social Integration Coordinator in the delivery of weekly classes to refugee mothers and their children  (aged 0-4 years). The classes will deliver functional language skills in combination with health and parenting information in a ‘stay and play’ format. Sessions will focus on aspects of family life, such as health, housing, shopping, and consist of infant-centred activities, taking place in a fun, relaxed environment where mothers can learn with their children .

Tasks will include:

• Assisting the Social Integration Coordinator in delivering the class and, after the 12-week trial period, taking on the delivery of the class when the course is repeated.
• Setting up the room and clearing up after the group has met.
• Ensuring materials for the sessions are printed.
• Helping the Social Integration Coordinator with creating materials for the sessions.
• Completing necessary administrative duties (e.g. attendance register, simple records of work, paying travel expense to attendants).
• Monitoring progression and feeding back any issues.
• Complying with Refugee Council’s confidentiality, data protection and safeguarding policies and procedures.

Useful skills and experience

• ESOL and/or English Language teaching qualification or Adult PGCE - ESSENTIAL
• Previous teaching experience of groups of people from refugee, asylum seeker or migrant backgrounds and from diverse communities is desirable but not essential.
• An interest in working with children.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Excellent communication skills, including empathy and patience.
• Enthusiasm and creativity.
• Be able to hold and respect confidences and behave in a respectful and appropriate manner while dealing with sensitive situations.

This role is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Checks will be arranged by Refugee Council at no cost to the volunteer.

What support will I receive?

• An induction to the work of the Refugee Council.
• Regular support from the Social Integration Coordinator and the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Travel expenses up to £10.

What will I get out of it?

• The opportunity to use your teaching skills for a worthwhile cause.
• The opportunity to help some of the most isolated women in our society improve their language skills and fight social isolation.
• The opportunity to learn more about the life of refugees in the UK.

Legal Internship

The Equal Rights Trust is seeking to recruit a legal intern to gain professional experience in an international human rights NGO. This is an exciting opportunity for graduates and/or postgraduate students, with an interest in human rights and combating discrimination, to contribute to the implementation of the Trust’s projects around the world through providing support with legal research, report editorial, advocacy, communications, fundraising and logistics.

The internship is offered for a period of three months. Interns may apply for a needs-based grant of up to £3,090 to enable them to meet their living costs during this period. Candidates should be available to start the internship in mid-September 2019. To benefit from the internship, we recommend that interns are available for a minimum of three days per week. The internship is based at our office in London.

Responsibilities

Interns will be involved in a wide range of aspects of the Equal Rights Trust’s work, including:

• Undertaking legal research on a range of issues relating to equality and non-discrimination;
• Assisting with the publication of reports on equality and non-discrimination, including the Trust’s country report series and its thematic reports;
• Assisting with the organisation of training workshops for human rights defenders and civil society organisations outside the UK, including preparing workshop materials; assisting with travel and other logistics; and conducting monitoring and evaluation of the impact of workshops.
• Sourcing and evaluating advocacy opportunities, and assisting with the drafting of advocacy submissions;
• Assisting with fundraising applications, including conducting background research;
• Researching, writing and editing content for the Trust’s website;
• Supporting the organisation of events, such as the launch of publications; and
• Providing additional support to the Trust’s team as and when needed.

The position is intended as a learning experience: at the end of the internship, you will have gained a wide variety of skills and techniques essential to working in an international human rights organisation and will have developed an understanding of key elements of human rights project design and implementation.

Skills and Experience Required

Candidates most likely to benefit from the internship will have:

• A graduate or postgraduate level education, preferably in law;
• Demonstrable knowledge of international human rights law and/or equality law;
• Strong research and analytical skills;
• Ability to produce written material in a clear, coherent and persuasive manner;
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Fluency in written and spoken English;
• Fluency in major languages other than English – in particular Russian, Arabic, Chinese or Spanish.

The deadline for applications is Friday 13 September 2019. However, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and we therefore strongly encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. Short-listed applicants will be invited to complete a short, written exercise, and if further short-listed, for an interview. Due the high number of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 

Legal Internship

The Equal Rights Trust is seeking to recruit a legal intern to gain professional experience in an international human rights NGO. This is an exciting opportunity for graduates and/or postgraduate students, with an interest in human rights and combating discrimination, to contribute to the implementation of the Trust’s projects around the world through providing support with legal research, report editorial, advocacy, communications, fundraising and logistics.

The internship is offered for a period of three months. Interns may apply for a needs-based grant of up to £3,090 to enable them to meet their living costs during this period. Candidates should be available to start the internship in mid-September 2019. To benefit from the internship, we recommend that interns are available for a minimum of three days per week. The internship is based at our office in London.

Responsibilities

Interns will be involved in a wide range of aspects of the Equal Rights Trust’s work, including:

• Undertaking legal research on a range of issues relating to equality and non-discrimination;
• Assisting with the publication of reports on equality and non-discrimination, including the Trust’s country report series and its thematic reports;
• Assisting with the organisation of training workshops for human rights defenders and civil society organisations outside the UK, including preparing workshop materials; assisting with travel and other logistics; and conducting monitoring and evaluation of the impact of workshops.
• Sourcing and evaluating advocacy opportunities, and assisting with the drafting of advocacy submissions;
• Assisting with fundraising applications, including conducting background research;
• Researching, writing and editing content for the Trust’s website;
• Supporting the organisation of events, such as the launch of publications; and
• Providing additional support to the Trust’s team as and when needed.

The position is intended as a learning experience: at the end of the internship, you will have gained a wide variety of skills and techniques essential to working in an international human rights organisation and will have developed an understanding of key elements of human rights project design and implementation.

Skills and Experience Required

Candidates most likely to benefit from the internship will have:

• A graduate or postgraduate level education, preferably in law;
• Demonstrable knowledge of international human rights law and/or equality law;
• Strong research and analytical skills;
• Ability to produce written material in a clear, coherent and persuasive manner;
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Fluency in written and spoken English;
• Fluency in major languages other than English – in particular Russian, Arabic, Chinese or Spanish.

The deadline for applications is Friday 13 September 2019. However, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and we therefore strongly encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. Short-listed applicants will be invited to complete a short, written exercise, and if further short-listed, for an interview. Due the high number of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at 991/Erlestoke/2019 is recruiting new members who live within 30 miles of the 991/Erlestoke/2019 and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: 991/Erlestoke/2019

Closing date for completed returned applications: 27/10/2019

ABOUT WATERSHED

The Watershed Foundation is a grassroots NGO that focuses on providing and improving WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) facilities and shelter for vulnerable, displaced people. Since Autumn 2017, we’ve been concentrating on improving the WASH facilities inside Moria camp, Lesvos.

In that time, our primary focus has been upgrading and maintaining the toilets and showers in the camp. Upon our arrival in November 2017, only a handful were working, but our efforts to upgrade and maintain the facilities have made a real improvement to the living conditions in camp. Most importantly, we have enabled the residents of Moria to have some level of privacy and dignity.

The situation is still far from perfect, with the population of Moria camp being several times over its capacity, the toilets and showers inside the camp are overused and things get broken every day. We need your help, so we can continue our vital project, and work towards making Moria more liveable for the thousands of people residing there.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our team’s principal focus in Moria is the maintenance of the existing facilities. This means doing daily rounds, checking and servicing every shower, tap, sink and toilet in the camp. It is not the most glamorous job, but it is absolutely essential, as we aim to keep everything in working order to provide decent and dignified sanitation for the residents.

We are also looking for skilled technicians, with experience in plumbing, carpentry, building or electrical work, or other such like trades. We need volunteers with expertise in order to continue our construction projects, which work on maximising and upgrading WASH spaces.

In Moria, no two days are the same and there is always something to keep the Watershed team busy!

REQUIREMENTS (ESSENTIAL)

- At least 20 years old.

- Some practical experience, skills or qualifications.

- Flexible, motivated and willing to get your hands dirty!

- Can commit for one month minimum.

REQUIREMENTS (DESIRED)

- Holder of a valid driving license.

- Over 25 years old (for car insurance purposes).

- Is a qualified tradesperson; especially a plumber or WASH specialist.

- Can commit long-term (3 months +)

- Able to speak languages (French, Greek, Arabic etc…)

- Has prior experience working in similar environments.

Volunteers are expected to manage their own finances, including accommodation, during the first month, however free volunteer accommodation can be provided for those who intend to stay with the team long-term. This is reviewed case by case.

Currently we need volunteers for October 2019 onwards.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply below, a cover letter is not necessary, but sending your CV will help us determine if you have the relevant experience for our team.