SCOPE OF WORK: The R&P Family Reunification Volunteer assists the Family Reunification Specialist in the coordination of Affidavit of Relationship (AOR) applications within the Reception and Placement (R&P) program. The volunteer will primarily assist in outreach to refugee clients, ethnic community-based organizations, and religious communities to provide information on the newly expanded AOR program. The volunteer will assist in the collection of supporting application documentation and client follow up in order to ensure applications are complete for submission to IRC headquarters.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Outreach to IRC clients to inform of the Family Reunification program.
- Collection and scanning of necessary documents to complete applications. Follow up with applicants to ensure timely collection of documents.
- Other duties as assigned by Family Reunification Specialist.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Interest in immigration, international studies, or social services.
- Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe required
- Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.
- Solid diplomatic and networking skills; ability to effectively manage a variety of internal and external relationships.
- Multi-cultural sensitivity and ability to work as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time, and meet deadlines; strong attention to detail.
- Fluency in English required
- Russian/Ukrainian/Spanish speaking and reading ability required/strongly preferred. Other languages welcomed.
- Level One Fingerprint Card
- All volunteers are required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination
NEXT STEPS:
Fill out online application at https://irc-global.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteer
Email [email protected] with questions