Southern Dog Volunteer Recruitment Officer

Southern Dog Volunteer Recruitment Officer Location: Based at Medical Detection Dogs centre, supporting central and southern regions Salary Band: £26,000 to £27,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time hours) Job Type: Part-time (3 to 4 days per week), with flexibility required for regular evening / overnight stays and weekend work Reports To: Head of Dog Supply and Canine Support Services Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives. We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving alert assistance dogs to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease. We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small but fast-growing charity that is a world leader in its specialist, innovative field. We are looking for someone with the skills, experience and passion to join our Canine Services Department, and to be responsible for the recruitment, training and development of dog supply volunteers. Responsibilities of the Role: Recruitment of Volunteers (puppy socialisers, holiday cover, and fosterers) To liaise with volunteering team regarding current recruitment areas and support on the ground recruitment activities in the relevant regions, involving volunteers and dogs where appropriate To manage the process of dog volunteer recruitment To oversee that necessary checks have been completed to assess ..... full job details .....