Role Profile: Community Life Coordinator Reporting to: Community Leader / CEO Responsible for: Maintaining and developing LArche Belfasts volunteer programme Taking a lead role in planning community events Main Job Purpose: Adds value to Larche Belfast through the provision of a robust volunteer programme which supports and supplements the work of our paid staff, and which incorporates both live-in volunteers from abroad and locally based volunteers. Enriches community life and the lives of our core members and participants through the coordination of a variety of community events. Key Performance Measures: Attracting an adequate number of volunteers, as determined by LArche Belfasts Senior Management and Leadership Team. Providing adequate support to all live-in volunteers. Promotion of our volunteer programme at both internal and external events. Ensuring that our volunteer programme is well-run, and in compliance with all relevant regulation and best practice. Ensuring that an agreed number of community events take place throughout the year. Detailed Responsibilities: In fulfilling this role the job holder undertakes the following activities: VOLUNTEER COORDINATION Attract new volunteers to the organisation, through advertising and promotion of volunteering opportunities, and through developing and maintaining connections with overseas volunteer organisations. Liaise with potential volunteers and process all volunteer applications, which includes completion of all necessary pre-volunteering checks (reference checks, Access NI, etc.) and applying for Tier 5 volunteer visas for overseas volunteers. Assist with the induction of new volunteers, including orientation for volunteers from overseas. Act as a point of contact for volunteers who have questions or concerns, and check in with overseas volunteers on a regular basis. Assist with the review and development of our Volunteer Policy and Procedures, liaising with partner organizations such as Volunteer Now to ensure we are following best practice. Maintain records of all volunteers involved with the organisation. Act as a point of contact for overseas volunteers who live in our volunteer accommodation, assisting them to address home maintenance issues as required and ensuring that the accommodation provides a comfortable and homelike environment. EVENTS PLANNING Together with the Leadership Team, establish a calendar of events and celebrations to be held each year. Lead a small planning team to plan and coordinate events which may include but are not limited to: birthday parties, holiday celebrations, craft fairs, or residential weekends away, Liaise with and secure suitable local venues for events, as and when required. Establish strong connections to local businesses and services, which may be a source of volunteering or invited to attend events. Lead a small planning team to plan and coordinate events which may include but are not limited to: birthday parties, Assist the Office Team with administrative tasks from time to time, including helping to maintain our social media presence, answering phones, and greeting visitors. Essential Criteria: Education to at least A-Level or equivalent. At least 2 years experience in a similar job, OR at least 2 years experience in a job with transferable skills e.g. staff recruitment and events planning. Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Excellent organisational skills. Excellent IT skills, including experience with managing social media. Valid UK Drivers License and ability/willingness to drive 7-seater or 9-seater vans Desirable Criteria: Previous experience working or volunteering with people with learning disabilities and autism. Sound working knowledge of the UK immigration system. Part-Time (20 Hours Per Week), some evening or weekend work will be required. Remuneration: £15,080 pro rata (£14.50/hr)