About the opportunity
QuilomboUK is looking for a Community Outreach Officer, who would love to join our growing organisation.
A Community Outreach Officer, will play a critical role by networking with communities and stakeholders in the Kingston area and developing relationships and links which would benefit the organisation. The Community Outreach Officer is also expected to promote organisation in various activities and meetings.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to gain experience in the Third Sector and 'give something back to community'. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
-Design and deliver new activities that engage a large audience which is important for the success of our projects.
-Research and manage relationships with new and existing partners, including other local community groups, universities, and individual supporters of our work.
-Develop relationships with businesses to deliver the programs that help hard-to-reach communities to gel and participate
-Train and supervise new volunteers with focus groups.
-Build relationships with new groups, individuals and organisations to get more information on the audiences.
-Participate in organisational events.
-Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.
-Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
About Quilombo UK
We at Quilombo UK are committed to creating stronger communities that understand and are accepting of a multi-cultural society. In Brazil, a Quilombo is the name of the settlement of freed slaves. It was the haven created out of freedom and the place where the many different African tribes held captive came together to form one community, alive with culture, music, dance and life.
We love that Britain is becoming a country of mixed race. Like the Quilombos, we think that our communities are enriched by this diversity and we want to celebrate this by bringing together the local community into a cohesive unit alive with culture, music, dance and life!
We are looking for volunteers who share our passion and want to give something back to the community. We have lots of opportunities including office and administration support, PR and Marketing, Fundraising, volunteering at our events and more.
What are they looking for?
Essential
->Well-organised, pro-active and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
->Good communication skills
->Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.
->Good time-management skills.
->Proficiency in Microsoft word and excel.
->To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
->Strong team player
->Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
->Willing to work at least two days a week
Desirable
->Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
Practical Considerations
This opportunity is suitable for those people who would like to get office based experience.