Community development specialist of the Civic Center in Red Cross Ukraine

The National Committee of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine (RCSU) announces a competition for the position of Community Development Specialist of the Community Center of the Ukrainian Red Cross in Dnipro and Vinnytsia

The Red Cross Society of Ukraine is the largest humanitarian organization in Ukraine, which is one of the first to respond to all emergency situations in the country and provides assistance to those who need it most. 

Feel that you can make the world a better place? Join the Red Cross Society of Ukraine:

• Opportunity to do good: Help those in need and feel inspired from the contribution   
• New knowledge and skills: Take interesting trainings, become a volunteer or an employee and get experience that will be useful in life. 
• Friends and like-minded people: Join a team of caring people who are always ready to help. 
• Pride for your actions: Join and feel proud that you are a hero! 

TCHU is thousands of people all over Ukraine who make the world a better place every day. implementation and evaluation of programs and projects aimed at improving living conditions and well-being in the community. This work requires a deep understanding of the social, economic and cultural aspects of community life, as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. It is important to have project management skills, to be able to communicate effectively and work with different population groups. Fulfillment of the tasks will require flexibility, creativity and a high level of commitment to the interests of the community.   

Responsibilities: 

. Community Needs Analysis

• Examining community needs, problems, and opportunities through data collection and analysis, surveys, interviews, and public meetings. 
• Assessment of community needs by conducting focus group studies, surveys, interviews, etc.

2. Planning and development of programs

• Making proposals for Development of strategies and programs aimed at solving identified problems (for example - social integration, education, health care) i)

3. Community Engagement and Partnerships 

• Establishing partnerships with local organizations, businesses, government agencies and other stakeholders to support and implement development programs. 
• Organization of meetings and events. 

4. Project Management 

• Coordination and management of projects, including planning, budgeting, performance monitoring and performance evaluation. 

5. Securing funding

• Looking for opportunities to finance projects through grants, donor programs, sponsorships and other sources. 
• Preparation and submission of grant applications, reports and other documentation to ensure financing of projectsobjects 

6. Communication and Advocacy 

• Development and implementation of communication strategies to inform the public about development programs and their results. 
• Representing the interests of beneficiaries and their groups, organizations to government and non-profit organizations to advocate policies and initiatives that contribute to community development. 

7. Evaluation and monitoring

• Regular monitoring and evaluation of the impact of programs and projects on the community to determine their effectiveness and make the necessary adjustments.

Additional responsibilities:

• Business trips to Ukraine;
• Participation in work meetings, meetings according to requests;
• Participation in strategic measures for the development of the center;
• Introduction of document databases (common storage, Bravo-library, etc.);
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• Execution of management assignments
• Participation in national and regional events for the development and standardization of social services, development of organizations and volunteering;
• Participation in the annual planning of the center's activities;
• Participation in the analysis of the center's annual plan once a quarter;
• Monthly planning of tasks and evaluation of the previous month's tasks.

Requirements:

• Full higher education (sociology, social work, psychology, pedagogy or other related areas of training)
• Advanced training courses / trainings / internship programs in the field of sociology, social work, social services, counseling, facilitation will be a plus
• Work experience from 1 year
• Experience of volunteering or work in the humanitarian, social sphere.
• Experience of work in the field of public development from 1 year
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, databases, e-mail).
• Developed communication skills, experience in communicating with different categories of people, tact and diplomacy .
• Developed organizational and executive skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, quick adaptation.
• Fluent command of the Ukrainian language. 
• Proficiency in English will be an advantage

The Red Cross Society of Ukraine offers:

• Interesting, diverse and multitasking; 
• Employment according to Labor Code; 
• Timely payment of wages; 
• A friendly and cohesive team of like-minded people; 
• Participation in trainings and seminars in Ukraine and abroad. 
• Unique experience of working in the largest public organization of Ukraine

We aim to create a safe and inclusive environment in TCHHU, which will provide all employees, volunteers regardless of age, gender and gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation equal access to opportunities, protection of their dignity and equal rights. 

We are an employer with equal opportunities for all employees, including persons with disabilities. 

We do not discriminate in our selection and employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin,political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age. 

Sexual exploitation and abuse is prohibited in all forms. The organization implements a policy to prevent sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and harassment, including in the workplace.  

Workplace:m. Vinnytsia and Dnipro

Trial period - 3 months. 

Please send your resume indicating the desired salary level with the designation of the position to the following address: [email protected]. 

Due to the large number of requests, we contact candidates who fully meet the requirements of the vacancy.