About us Founded in 1951, the Refugee Council exists to support people who come to the UK in need of safety and speak out for compassion, fairness and kindness. We achieve this by providing expert advice and casework, building the capacity of refugee community organisations, and working with allies across society to change government policy. Our vision for refugees to be welcome to live safe and fulfilling lives contributing to the UK has never been more urgent and needed. Today 27 million refugees and 84 million displaced people around the world need of safety, dignity and welcome. We are determined to secure public and government support for safe routes for all people seeking safety, and a fair, effective and compassionate refugee protection system. About the role The UK government’s resettlement programmes (such as the UKRS, ARAP as well as other UK Resettlement Schemes) support refugees who are selected and processed in the region of origin and brought to the UK with their status already determined. Under these schemes, a specific quota of refugees will be coming to the UK for resettlement. The Resettlement Team in Yorkshire and Humberside provides advice and support for resettled refugees to help them access services and mainstream provision, and establish community links. Working closely with local stakeholders and in partnership with other voluntary sector agencies running similar services across the UK, the Refugee Council resettlement team promotes both the integration and independence of this group. Main Duties and Responsibilities To provide information about the work of the Refugee Council to potential volunteers and to maintain regular contact with refugee community and other organisations which might provide a potential source of volunteers for the Refugee Council. To work with the managers and resettlement workers within the team to identify the potential need for volunteers and the necessary skills required. To recruit, induct and train volunteers so that they can be deployed and matched effectively within the regional programme this will involve supporting them in day-to-day and operational issues. To ensure that volunteers are valued and supported in their engagement with the Refugee Council and to ensure that volunteers are engaged in various roles and in such ways as to ensure compatibility with the organisational principles on volunteering. Contract: Fixed term until 31/03/2026. Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week. For more information on the role and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button. Closing date: 7 February 2025. Interviews: w/c 18 February 2025. Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.