Young Readers Library - A book club that ignites the reader within your child, builds language, vocabulary, Comprehension among other skills.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: Children's Saturday Book Club Volunteer
Location: Abuja
Purpose of the Role
- To help support and assist with the planning, implementation and running a children's Saturday book club within the library
Duties
- Plan, organise and implement a 2 hour weekend book club in the library.
- Prepare and organise the set up of any equipment or resources for session such as books to read.
- Assist with increasing participation levels in children’s activities in the library and promoting library activities, working closely with the library staff.
- Assist the children with completing their journals
- Any other associated tasks from time to time to be agreed.
Skills & Experience required / Desired
- The ability to communicate effectively, verbally with library staff, other volunteers and members of the public, especially children.
- Previous experience of working with children and participating in children’s activities.
- Reliable, confident and responsible individual, with enthusiasm and effective interpersonal skills.
- The ability to cope with the duties and responsibilities of the post and the associated environment, including an understanding of health & safety.
- Corp members are encouraged to apply
Training Available:
- A one morning induction and introduction to the library and Library Services.
- Shadowing sessions with other book club volunteers to gain confidence and knowledge.
Time Commitment
Times when activity is available: Saturdays at 10.45- 1.00
- Commitment is flexible and can be agreed with the programs director
- A minimum commitment will be to work 4 hours per month.
- A minimum of 2 months commitment is required.
- A credible reference will be needed as the role involves interaction with children
- Volunteer appreciation certificate will be given at the end of the volunteer service.
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2017.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application letter and CV's to:
[email protected]