Neighbourhood House Volunteers - Community Development

Job description
ABOUT US:
North Melbourne Language & Learning Inc. (NMLL) works with diverse and dynamic communities on the North Melbourne public housing estate and surrounding neighbourhoods. We deliver learning opportunities and Community Development programs for adult learners from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds with an emphasis on building stronger communities.
The exciting opportunity available:

• Community Development Volunteers - engaging with the communities, assisting with events and ongoing programs & participating in CD planning.

Volunteers must be able to commit to the role for a minimum of 6 months.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential

• You have a demonstrated interest in cultural & linguistic diversity and intercultural exchange
• You want to support community events and programs
• You are culturally competent and have the ability to work alongside people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You are reliable and punctual
• You have the ability to take direction and feedback from Community Development staff
• You have, or are willing to obtain, a volunteer Working with Children Check and a current Police Check

Desirable

• Availability to support our Neighbourhood Networking program on Tuesdays from 9am-1pm
• Ability to speak a community language (Arabic, Somali, Chinese, Vietnamese, Oromo, Tigrinya, Amharic)
• Hobbies you are willing to share with others
• Availability to volunteer beyond the initial 6 month period
• Experience with Canva

TIMELINE:

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Due to the number of applications we are unable to respond to all applicants
• Interviews will be conducted via Zoom (preferably) or in person in mid-January
• Volunteers are expected to commence on or prior to the 1st of February

NMLL is an equal opportunity employer and provides a welcoming, friendly and inclusive work environment. If you have any questions, please contact Kymie Simpson by email at , using the subject line: Neighbourhood House Volunteers - Community Development enquiry via EthicalJobs, or by phone on 03 9326 7447.
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