Columbans recruiting: Faith in Action Volunteer 2017

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The Columbans are seeking to appoint a new 'Faith in Action Volunteer', to begin January 2017. This will be a year of personal development and growth based in Birmingham, putting faith into action through projects connected to refugees/asylum seekers, inter- religious dialogue, and justice and peace education. The year will include a significant overseas visit (previous volunteers have visited the Philippines or the US/Mexico borderlands).

Our previous volunteers have said:

Julia: "I really enjoyed my time with the Columbans. I learnt so much about the church, justice and peace, missionaries, refugees/migrations, a number of different organisations and mostly I learnt a lot about myself and what my strengths are."

Anna: "Being the 'Faith in Action Volunteer' has been an amazing, varied role with lots of opportunities to learn and grow in my understanding of justice and peace. I would highly recommend this role to anyone who wants to grow in their faith and understanding of how this can be actively lived. It's a year of learning, collaborative working, varied experiences, work with young people and lots of fun!"

The successful candidate will be a member of the Catholic Church, able to work well on their own and as part of a team. They will be 21 or above, have good communication and organisational skills, and be computer literate.

Provision: Volunteer package covering accommodation, travel expenses and £70 per week. Hours: 35 hours per week (including some evenings and weekends which should be taken back in lieu) Duration: Fixed-term for twelve months (9 January - 22 December 2017)

If you have any questions or would like to speak to James (Columban Justice and Peace Education Worker), Mauricio (Columban Inter Religious Dialogue Coordinator) or previous volunteers please email education@columbans.co.uk.

The closing date for applications is 18 November 2016.
Interviews are likely to be held on 1 December in Birmingham.

For a job description and application form please email: education@columbans.co.uk or download from: www.columbans.co.uk/blog/justice-and-peace/now-recruiting-faith-action-volunteer-2017/