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8 people are interested
Managing Intern/Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: ECDC African Community Center -DC
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8 people are interested
Managing Intern/Volunteer
Reports to: ACC Managing Director
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Summary
The Managing Volunteer helps conduct research, assists the Managing Director with program activities, and conducts outreach to develop new relationships and increase local awareness of services, as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists in the implementation of an Advisory Board for ACC DC Metro.
- Collects, reviews and analyzes various data points related to the resettlement programs.
- Works with staff members to compile information on program challenges and best practices.
- Assists in planning and executing events such as the World Refugee Day, Refugees’ Thanksgiving Dinner, and other similar events.
- Conducts outreach to build new relationships with local service providers and support services, as needed.
- Assists in conducting research, as needed.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Interest/Knowledge in domestic refugee resettlement and/or other refugee-focused programs
- College degree or pursuing a degree in Political Science, International Relations, Global Studies, Conflict Resolution, Social Work, Sociology, Education, or related field
- Previous experience working in multicultural contexts is desirable
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
- Effective communication and writing skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Ability to plan and manage work to meet deadlines
- Strong research skills
Learning Outcomes:
- Increased intercultural communication competency
- Exposure to basic non-profit operations and environment
- Knowledge of marginalized populations - challenges and opportunities
- Ability to relate professionally to and collaborate with diverse individuals in a multicultural environment
- Increased development of research skills
Time Requirements:
At least 2 full days/week required.
To Apply:
Please submit a (1) cover letter and (2) resume to volunteer@ecdcus.org.
Applications are considered on a first come, first served rolling basis.
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About ECDC African Community Center -DC
Location:
901 S. Highland St., Arlington, VA 22204, US
Mission Statement
The African Community Center of the DC Metro (ACC-DC) is a branch office of The Ethiopian Community Development Council, Inc. (ECDC), one of ten Resettlement Agencies authorized by the Department of State to resettle refugees. ECDC’s mission is to resettle and assist refugees and immigrants in integrating successfully into their new communities in the U.S.. ACC-DC is responsible for directly helping refugees located in the DC metro area with offices in Arlington, VA and Silver Spring, MD. ACC-DC provides social, educational, and employment programs for newly resettled refugees while working with community partners to promote self-sufficiency and integration across the DC area.
Description
ACC-DC is non-profit organization that works toward the resettlement of refugees within the United States. We conduct case work, as well as educational and social outreach programs for newly arrived refugee families. These programs are aimed to help the families recover from past traumatic experiences, get adjusted to American life, and become economically self-sufficient contributing members of their new communities. The refugees we work with refugees come from all across the globe.
Some of the services that we provide refugee families include:
- Housing and rent for 3 months (families will hopefully be self-sufficient by this time)
- Basic home furnishings
- Enrollment in ESL classes
- Setting up medical and social security appointments
- School enrollment for the children
- Helping refugee families connect with their new communities on a social and logistical level
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
901 S. Highland St.ArlingtonArlington, VA 22204
DATE POSTED
October 21, 2020
SKILLS
- Office Reception
- Office Management
- Executive Admin
- Administrative Support
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 2 days a week