Legal advisor at Hoenderloo location

The Council for Refugees supports refugees and asylum seekers from the moment they are received in the Netherlands until they have found their way independently.

For this we are immediately looking for committed volunteers.

Legal experience is not necessary; we offer a short but thorough induction program and courses. There is always room for discussion about which tasks you would or would not like to take on. You work in an enthusiastic team under the guidance of an experienced team leader.

The Council for Refugees will be present on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Main tasks:

Together with your colleagues, you hold consultation hours in which you answer clients' questions;

You provide (group) information to the residents of the emergency shelter about the asylum procedure and other legal matters;

You guide clients individually in their specific procedures and monitor progress. You analyze the client's escape story based on the file and provide insight into where the strong and weaker sides are;

If people are allowed to stay in the Netherlands, their nuclear family can come to the Netherlands. You complete family reunification application forms together with the client and then supervise the procedure.

Are you interested in becoming a legal counselor or would you like more information? Send a message stating Hoenderloo Emergency Shelter to email: w&s-oost@vluchtelingenwerk.nl

We would like to receive a short motivation or CV with your response

We ask

You are available at least one day (or two half-days) per week;

You have good social and communication skills;

You have a good command of the Dutch language;

You are able to work on location in Hoenderloo;

A Certificate of Good Conduct, which will be arranged free of charge through the Council for Refugees.

We offer:

Fascinating and educational volunteer work within an enthusiastic team of colleagues;

You will work in a pleasant team under the guidance of a professional;

A professional induction program, basic education and follow-up training, both to gain (legal) knowledge and to develop your social and professional skills;

travel and expense allowance;

Above all, you will really make a difference for people who have had to leave everything behind.