Placement Positions

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Each year, Lutheran Volunteer Corps matches approximately 50 full time Volunteers with social justice non-profit organizations in our program cities across the U.S. The directory below provides a SAMPLE list of placement positions for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 program years.  About 80% of LVC partner organizations re-apply each year; and in addition, we will have new positions that are not yet on the list.

LVC Applicants get to see the list of available positions as part of the application and matching process, including more in depth position descriptions.

To have the widest choice of positions, apply by our Round 1 January 15th deadline. There are significantly fewer positions available for the Round 2 April 1st deadline.

Project Associate for Outreach – Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service

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Position:
Project Associate for Outreach – Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
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Organization Description:
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), has been a champion for migrants and refugees since 1939. Begun as the Lutheran response to people displaced by World War II, LIRS has continued to be the Lutheran expression of welcome for migrants and refugees in the United States. With initiative and sound stewardship, LIRS seeks creative and lasting solutions to the needs of uprooted people regardless of their race, ethnicity or religious beliefs. Our mission is rooted in our faith and driven by a vision of just and welcoming communities. 'Witnessing to God's love for all people, we stand with and advocate for migrants and refugees, transforming communities through ministries of service and justice.'
Position Description:

Project Associate for Outreach contributes to LIRS constituent engagement, education, and communication efforts. Manages inbound constituent communications and referrals for information and volunteer opportunities. Researches and maintains key contact lists and event calendars. Participates in planning for events, educational experiences and materials. Represents LIRS for local and national events. Conducts special projects involving research, story collection, volunteerism, and communications. The volunteer will also increase organization understanding and expertise on how to engage and equip people, particularly people in our core Lutheran constituency, for service and advocacy alongside migrants and refugees.

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LVC City:
Baltimore MD