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Location: SKILLS FACTORY, Samos, GR
Type: Full-time, Long-term, Stipend provided
Start: 1st of December 2023

Department Coordinator

Are you passionate about craftsmanship, humanitarian work, and leading teams to success? SKILLS FACTORY in Samos is looking for a dedicated and motivated Department Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

About SKILLS FACTORY:
At SKILLS FACTORY in Samos, craftspeople from around the world unite to share their expertise, ideas, and produce essential items themselves. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where learning and community thrive.

As department coordinator you will be responsible for:

  • Leading and overseeing SKILLS FACTORY’s activities and teams.
  • Coordinating production, distribution of humanitarian aid, and external projects.
  • Supervising the departments and providing guidance and support to the team of external and community volunteers.
  • Leading team meetings.
  • Introducing and mentoring a team of up to 5 external volunteers.
  • Managing infrastructure, machines, equipment, and tools, reporting any maintenance needs.
  • Overseeing accounting, reporting, outreach, and social media tasks.
  • Reporting to the director.
  • Representing selfm.aid to various stakeholders, sponsors, and partners.

Requirements:

  • Experience and passion for craftsmanship and team leadership.
  • Background in humanitarian work or social services.
  • Strong team leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, delegate, and take responsibility.
  • Fluent in English (knowledge of other languages, especially Greek, French, or Arabic, is a plus).
  • Motivated, well-structured, creative, and reliable.
  • The ability to remain calm, friendly, and humorous even in stressful situations.
  • Mental stability and the capacity to handle confronting situations while maintaining healthy boundaries.
  • A person-centered, participatory, and resource-oriented approach.
  • A willingness to learn from colleagues and work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Alignment with our values, philosophy, and vision.
  • Availability from December 2023 

What we offer:

  • The opportunity to work and learn alongside a thriving and highly skilled team of craftspeople from around the world.
  • A culture of respect and empowerment for everyone.
  • Proper introduction and support during your stay on Samos.
  • A monthly stipend of € 914.
  • Weekly self-care meetings.
  • A paid break of 2 weeks every 3 months.
  • References to support your career growth.

Interested?

Apply now: info@selfm-aid.ch

We are looking forward meeting you!

«Because craftsmanship builds bridges between people, languages and cultures.»