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J/P HRO , Volunteer and Food Coordinator

J/P HRO is a non-profit organization dedicated to help lift the nation of Haiti out of the rubble and give the Haitian people a better life, is seeking experienced professionals for several exciting opportunities as part of its response to the 2010 Haiti earthquake.

The volunteer coordinator and food manager is responsible for the recruitment, orientation and ovesight of all J/P HRO volunteers and often is directly responsible for the management and day-to-day monitoring of volunteer programs. S/he is also responsible for all aspects of meal preparation.

Responsibilities:

Volunteer Coordinator responsibilities: -Recruits potentials volunteers via e-mail and J/P HRO online application form and often decides who should come to Haiti to volunteer. -Coordinates arrival times and ensures that volunteers have proper pre-arrival information. -Discusses and plans potential volunteer project with the Manager. -Community outreach for the maintenance and development of suitable placement organizations and further developing and managing recruitment networks for volunteers. -Creates orientation packages, training and communications materials. -Provides regular personal and work-related support to volunteers and maintain close commnunication with volunteers during placement.

Food Manager Responsibilities: -Oversees food shopping. -Oversees menu planning. -Responsible for collecting payment from national staff who wish to eat at the office.

Qualifications:

  • Have a minimum of three years relevant work experience. -University studies either in the U.S or Canada (preferred). -Have experience managing programs and supervising staff. -Have international volunteer experience.

Work values: -Problem solving and logistical planning. -Commitment to J/P HRO values.

Commitment to J/P HRO standards and principles

-Strong organizational, negotiation, interpersonal and communications skills -Ability work as part of a multi-cultural team -Flexible, adaptable and patient -Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

How to apply:

Interested candidates please send your application at: hrstaffing@jphro.org org at 17, Delmas 48, Delmas, Haiti With - Cover letter - Curriculum Vitae - Copies of diplomas and/or certificates Please mention the "position applying for" on the subject line. Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview