Initial Commitment: 6 months (42h/week), possibility for renewal
Location: Ioannina, Greece
Preferred Starting Date: Mid-November 2025
About the Organization and the Project (Community Center in Ioannina, Greece)
Be Aware And Share (BAAS) is an independent non-profit organization that supports people in need and contributes to social inclusion. Founded in 2015 in Basel, Switzerland, BAAS is primarily engaging in working with people on the move in Europe. At the moment, the organization is mainly focusing on supporting people on the move at its Community Center in Ioannina, Greece. The multi-storey building offers various services and activities such as a free clothes shop, hot meals distribution, a safe space for women, language courses, a creative atelier and various social activities, among others. BAAS also carries out awareness-raising and information actions in Switzerland. All activities by BAAS are financed exclusively by donations. BAAS is a politically independent organization.
Job description
We are looking for a motivated individual with a hands-on mentality, who is able to work individually and as part of an international, multicultural team. The right candidate will be organized and professional, with strong attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will be culturally aware, able to identify with BAAS’ mission on the ground and will use their personal drive to support the services offered in our Community Center in Ioannina, at the same time co-managing the volunteer team. Additionally, the recruitment and onboarding of volunteers, along with public relations responsibilities, constitute an integral part of this role.
The Project Co-Coordinator will be cooperating and working closely with the other Project Co-Coordinators and the Operations Manager on-site.
This position reports to the Operations Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-coordinate activities and services offered at the Community Center
- Management of the volunteer team, along with the other Coordinators
- Recruitment of international volunteers and pre-arrival onboarding, in coordination with the recruitment team
- Coordinate volunteer check-ins, onboarding, training sessions and monthly social team activities.
- Ensure the well-being and support of the volunteer team; focal point for volunteers’ wellbeing strategy
- Perform various administrative tasks to support daily operations
- PR Focal Point in the Community Center, incl. social media management, in coordination with the PR team
- Focal Point for local outreach and the Community Center’s partnerships, in cooperation with the Ops Manager
- Contribute to the strategic-decision development of the Community Center
- Implementation of the project in accordance with project guidelines and policies, as those are developed at the organizational level
- Attend the team-coordination meeting with the Operations Manager and the other Coordinators
- Attend the different coordination meetings with the project’s volunteers, the various working groups, the board and active membersKey skills and experienceRequired:
- Previous experience working in a non-profit and/or humanitarian setting
- Experience in (project) coordination and/or volunteer management (incl. recruitment, onboarding, etc.)
- Comfortable managing social media and other public-relations activities (experience a plus)
- Comfortable engaging with partners and stakeholders
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Strong overall computer skills with very good knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities, as well as meet pressing deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team environment
- Alignment with the values of BAAS and the project’s objectives
- Passion for community work, social inclusion, and humanitarian values
Desirable:
- Knowledge of other context-related languages such as Greek, Arabic, Farsi or French will be considered a plus
- Experienced working with people on the move
- Previous experience in the NGO/humanitarian sector in Greece
- Driver’s license category B, manual transmission and willingness to drive in Greece
What we offer
- Monthly stipend of 700 EUR as well as health insurance; alternatively, possibility for full employment through our Greek entity for EU nationals
- Single room in a shared accommodation is provided
- Wide scope for independent work structure
- Access to diverse networks and partnerships
- Comprehensive training and introduction to the Community Center and the organization
- The opportunity to take on a responsible position in a committed and dynamic team and to make an important contribution to the realization of the BAAS project in Greece
How to apply
To apply: please send your CV and a Letter of Motivation, using the subject line ‘’Project Co-Coordinator – PR and Recruitment’’ to operations@beawareandshare.ch with a CC’ to board@beawareandshare.ch. All applications should include complete contact information for two references (referees will be contacted only after last-phase interviews).
Deadline for applications is the 28th of September.
BAAS is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must be legally authorized to reside in Greece for the duration of their contract.
The ideal starting period for the selected candidate would be mid-November.
If you have any further questions about the position or the organization, please contact operations@beawareandshare.ch
**We are aware that most candidates are less likely to apply to jobs if they do not meet every single qualification. Even if your experience and/or skills do not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, but you feel you meet the majority of the required skills and criteria, we still encourage you to apply.