Director / Trustee

Salary £0 (unpaid post - out of pocket expenses paid)

We are looking for women who are positive and committed to the principles developing services for women, girls and families. We are particularly looking for women who feel they have the skills to help us launch and oversee the implementation of our new strategic plan In order to do this we are particularly looking for women with an understanding and experience of; • Business development & trading • Marketing and PR • The Law Committee members are required to attend quarterly Board Meetings and participate in one of the centre's quarterly management sub groups (ie Finance, HR or Governance). From time to time there may also be a need to attend one-off development and review meetings and there may be some work required between meetings. New members will be expected to attend an induction meeting and will receive support from the Chair and other committee members. Becoming a Director / Trustee of NDND will give you the chance to be a part of the development of the Centre, it will give you experience of governance and operating at a strategic level. It will also enable you to make a real difference to the lives of women, children, families and disadvantaged communities. Please download an information pack for further details

Just Women Project Volunteer Mentors (female)

Salary £0 (unpaid post - out of pocket expenses paid

Do you have an interest in social justice? Would you like to support women in making positive changes to their lives? We are always recruiting for volunteer mentors to support our Project Outreach Workers in the work they do with women accessing the project. This is potentially quite an intense volunteer role and you will need to have experience of, or a strong interest in, supporting vulnerable women. You will need to feel comfortable supporting women in areas such as family issues, substance misuse, homelessness and accommodation issues and domestic violence. This will be a rewarding volunteer experience and excellent experience for women considering future work in areas such as social work, criminal justice or the legal profession. Opportunities are available across Leicester and training will be provided.

For an informal chat or to arrange an interview please contact Ruth Epstein on  0116 2826918 / 07702 710 121 or Ruth.Epstein@ndnd.org.uk or call in at New Dawn New Day on 27 Cantrell Road.

Young Parent Peer Educators (female)

Salary £0 (unpaid post - out of pocket expenses paid)

We are always on the lookout for young mums to train as Peer Educators. The experience can be life-changing and we are able to provide you with all the help and support you need including free training, childcare and travel expenses. You’ll have an opportunity to develop your knowledge about sex and relationships and learn how to lead a group. Many young women on this programme move on to work and training and it’s especially good if you’re thinking about a career in health and social care, nursing, education, youth work or community development work. Even if you’re not sure what you want to do with your life, the programme can give you advice and support to find the opportunities that are right for you. For further information please call Lisa Hughes-Mawby on 0116 279 5097 / 07803 146 390 or email her on lisa.hughesmawby@ndnd.org.uk