Information officer (legal) Refugee Council AZC POL Wageningen

We are looking for volunteers who prepare asylum seekers for their asylum procedure through information and personal guidance.

Job description:

The Dutch Council for Refugees is an independent advocacy organization that defends the interests of people who apply for asylum in the Netherlands. The volunteers provide asylum seekers with information about the Dutch asylum procedure and Dutch policy in order to prepare the asylum seekers as well as possible for their procedure. We explain the various organizations involved and we explain the steps in the procedure and the Dutch policy. We guide asylum seekers in the legal and social field. We support people individually, so we can discuss their personal situation and reason for escape if desired. In addition, we offer support if people want to submit evidence. We use an interpreter over the telephone for most calls.

Job requirements:

We are looking for committed people with a down-to-earth attitude, HBO thinking level, who are available at least 2 half-days per week. No legal prior knowledge is required! Dutch, English and preferably other languages

What do you have to offer the volunteer ?:

The Dutch Council for Refugees offers professional guidance, an induction program, a training offer, an expense allowance and an interesting workplace.

What makes the work worthwhile ?:

You stand up for the rights of refugees. You help them build a new life in the Netherlands. The Dutch Council for Refugees stands for humanity and the right to life in safety.

Working time:

On working days. At least two half-days a week, the half-days are from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm or from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.