Vacancies

There are various ways that you can get involved and join our mission to show solidarity and support for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants in the UK. More than 2,000 people a year rely on our community organisation in London. Whether you want to donate or volunteer to work with us, we are hugely grateful for all your help.

 

Paid Vacancies

Immigration Project Manager & Adviser

Key Responsibilities:

  • To review the immigration service, including policies and procedures.
  • To provide specialist advice to London-based refugees and asylum seekers.
  • To assist with recruiting and managing volunteers.
  • To look out for funding opprounities for expanding the project.
  • To actively participate in Paiwand's other activities such as networking and event organisation.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Trained as a solicitor or as a level 1 or 2 OISC adviser.
  • Project management skills.
  • Fluency in English is a key requirement. Proficiency is foriegn languages is helpful.
  • Committed to assisting the refugee and migrant community in line with Paiwand’s values, policies, and procedures. 

 

Contract length: 1 Year (extension subject to funding)

Status: Full time/Part time

Reports to: Operations Manager

Location: Main Office in Edgware + Relevant Outreach Locations in London

Salary: For the first 6 months, £28,000 p/a (pro rata). Afterwards, £31,000 p/a based on experience/performance

 

Deadline for Applications: Applications will be accepted until the vacancy has been filled. Suitable applicants will be offered an interview.

For more details about this role, please click here.

 

To apply, please email your CV to fahima.zaheen@paiwand.com.

Community Advocate - Housing & Welfare Benefit Advisor

 

Paiwand upholds the following values: holistic and integrated support, person-centred, equal rights for all, empowering and building on the individual’s strengths, passionate and committed.

 

Paiwand is recruiting an enthusiastic and resulted-oriented professional for the position of Community Advocate to support Community Advocacy Project through empowering vulnerable individuals and reducing destitution. The Community Advocate will work under the direct supervision of the Advocacy Project Manager who works under the supervision of Operations Manager and overall management of Paiwand’s Chief Executive Director. The Community Advocacy Project is free and independent and works with refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants across London.

 

Duties and responsibilities:​

The role involves advising clients on the key project activities of the Paiwand advocacy project.

  • Conduct initial assessments over the phone and provide face-to-face interviews and high-quality advocacy advice which meets Paiwand’s quality standards and prioritising needs of clients accordingly.

  • Assist and advise clients in accessing appropriate services in areas such as social work, benefits, housing, health, employment, establishing their own businesses, culturally specific services, and arranging referrals where necessary to other partners within the sphere of the UK national law and regulatory requirements.

  • Update project databases online and ensure that all data regarding clients are safely maintained accurately, including call logs and casework.

  • Support and, when required, represent clients in meetings and reviews. Liaise with local authorities and other service providers regarding clients’ cases.

  • Ensure that clients are informed of their rights and support their right to make their own decisions, encouraging clients to self-advocate where possible and support them in doing so.

  • Ensure proper maintenance of record keeping, in hard files and soft copy in accordance with the Data Protection rules and regulation and with a view to ensure funders and evaluators’ requirements. The records must include all the information related to the client and their case, in compliance with the Data Protection Act.​

  • Facilitate the organisation and delivery of workshops and training sessions to clients on housing, benefits, welfare system, and their rights and entitlements.​

Job Type: 10 hours 2 days per week               Salary: Zero hour contract         

Education: Bachelor's (preferred)              Work Location: In person at Paiwand Office, Edgware

 

For more details on the job please contact and send your CV and cover letter to fahima.zaheen@paiwand.com or advocacy@paiwand.com

Volunteer Vacancies

At Paiwand, we have approximately 100 people from the community helping us to deliver our services. We could not operate without them. We’re particularly proud of those that have come to us for help and then joined our mission by volunteering their support for others. We are always happy to hear from anyone interested in working with us. We are looking for volunteers who are available at least two days a week but we do offer flexibility in terms of in terms of work hours and hybrid working depending on the role.

Volunteer Community Advocate

The Community Advocacy team at Paiwand provides advocacy and advice to refugees and asylum seekers in London. This includes support with any issues surrounding benefits, allowances, and housing. You will be working alongside the Senior Community Advocate and the Community Advocacy Manager, supporting them primarily with updating the online database with client information, organising the OneDrive, contacting clients to book appointments, and other ad hoc admin tasks. There will also be the opportunity to develop your own advocacy skills and knowledge as well as to take on your own clients.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Administrative Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to assist us with administrative tasks. No formal experience is required – all you need is a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. Key responsibilities will include helping with the day-to-day running of the office, general office duties, providing administrative support, and reception duties.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Immigration Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to provide the immigration team with admin and legal support at our headquarters in Edgware. Key responsibilities will include day-to-day general office duties and admin work, legal research, case management, and casework. We would be happy to be provide the key training, including the relevant OISC qualifications.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Translator for Mental Health

We are looking for volunteers who are fluent in English and Pashto to assist our Mental Health team.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Relationships Leader

We are operating as an important organisation to help refugees in London. Therefore, we need volunteers who will help us in establishing relationships with key authorities and other organisations. The volunteer will benefit by improving their interpersonal skills, gaining relevant experience and contributing to a great cause.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Business Developer

We need volunteers who will be able to expand the organisation by coming up with new and relevant ideas. Volunteers will benefit from this role by expanding their critical thinking, creativity and gaining relevant experience all while contributing to a great cause.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Housing Examiner

We assist refugees by providing them with various housing and accommodations. We need a volunteer to help check the suitability and cleanliness of these buildings. The volunteer will benefit from this role by expanding their critical thinking, boosting their attention to detail, and gaining relevant experience.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Risk and Regulations Assesssor

We value the safety of our and have also had to make relevant changes to our working environment in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Therefore, we need a volunteer to observe and assess the safety of the office, research legislation to ensure that all working standards are met, and keep the Housing Manager and Director updated.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Youth Projects

Paiwand organises a range of youth activities that require coordination and efficient execution. This role would be ideal for someone looking to work with the refugee youth in helping them integrate into society and have a healthy upbringing.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Media Volunteer

Media management is an important aspect of Paiwand's work. This role will involve assisting with important parts of this work, including social media management and journalistic work such as coordinating with newspapers and reporting on Paiwand's work.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Volunteer Information Technology

We need volunteers helping us manage our databases as well as assisting us the technical aspects of IT. Some proficiency in Microsoft Office would be useful. Please get in touch with us for more details about this role.

 

Call us on 0208 905 8770 to find out more about our volunteering vacancies and email volunteer@paiwand.com with your CV to apply.

Pro Bono Solicitor or Barrister

Those who immigrated from other countries find it difficult to understand their employment rights and the complicated legal process if they wish to make a claim. We need legal aid to help our clients make their case at the Employment Tribunal.

 

If you or your firm is interested in offering pro bono services for our charity, please email us at fahima.zaheen@paiwand.com.