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Advertisements and jobs board – 31st of October 2016

External Notice:

Migration agents sought for participation in research on language, communication and forced migration.

We are seeking participants for a study examining language and communication in the context of Australian refugee applications and appeals, and policy. The study is being conducted by Laura Smith-Khan to meet the requirements of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics, under the supervision of Professor Ingrid Piller of the Department of Linguistics (ph: 0298507674) and with associate supervision by Dr Daniel Ghezelbash of Macquarie Law School and former board member at AFFMA.

As part of this study, we are interested to gain insight into the experiences of legal professionals and migration agents who assist in refugee applications and/or appeals in Australia. We are particularly interested in exploring the role of intercultural communication in these processes, as well as considering the way different stakeholders (such as interpreters, support people, decision makers and legal advisors) each contribute to the process. We hope that by critically exploring these processes, we can contribute to a discussion that will lead to improved procedures and outcomes in the future. If you decide to participate, you will be asked to participate in a semi-structured interview with the Co-Investigator, Laura Smith-Khan. This will be arranged at your convenience and can be conducted in person, at a suitable location, or over the telephone or via Skype.

The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on our discussion and on your availability. It will be audio-recorded (if you consent to this) and the researcher will also take written notes. With your prior consent, the researchers may also contact you after the interview with follow-up questions or to seek clarification.

Any information or personal details gathered in the course of the study are confidential, except as required by law. No individual will be identified in any publication of the results. Only Professor Piller, Dr Ghezelbash and Ms Smith-Khan will have access to this data. A summary of the results of the data can be made available to you on request and we will keep you updated on any publications that come out of this research.

Participation in this study is entirely voluntary: you are not obliged to participate and if you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw at any time without having to give a reason and without consequence.

If anyone would like to participate, I ask them to please contact me directly by email [laura.smith-khan@hdr.mq.edu.au] or phone call (0401870250) and we can arrange a time to talk

WANTED: Lawyer

To begin in November/ December this year, a commercial law firm (to be) is seeking a permanent Principal solicitor with a minimum of five (5) years experience and expertise in property law, family law and contract law. This is a commercial opportunity for a self-motivated lawyer who wants to set up a thriving, commercial, legal business but lacks the funds to do so. There will be a substantial office rent reduction (inclusive of electricity, water and cleaning services) in exchange for supervision of two junior lawyers who will undertake legal duties in the nominated areas of law. You will have your own locked office space. The office is situated in a prime position on King Street in Newtown with no law firms nearby.

Please email your expression of interest to the CEO [info@affma.org.au]

Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise? AFFMA’s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Please email [newsletter@affma.org.au] for further information.

WANTED: Volunteer Migration Agents

AFFMA is looking for migration agents who are willing to complete a Spouse visa application from beginning to end on a pro bono basis, either at their own office/home or at AFFMA’s office in Newtown. AFFMA is an Approved Voluntary Organisation by the OMARA. Migration agents volunteering with us can claim one CPD point for every three hours of pro bono work.

WANTED: Volunteer CPD developers and reviewers ( Online Private Study Booklets)

AFFMA is calling for expressions of interest from members interested in developing, reviewing and updating CPD materials in the following areas:

Protection and Humanitarian – Ethics and Professional Practice – Accounts Management – Business Management – File Management – Partner Visa – Code of Conduct – Ministerial Intervention – Winning at the RRT

For every three hours of volunteer work on CPD materials, you will gain one CPD point which will be reported to the OMARA.

If interested, please send an email with details of your area(s) of interest, availability and experience to: [info@affma.org.au]

Jobs board – 30th of August 2016

Seeking a Lawyer

To begin in November/ December this year, a commercial law firm (to be) is seeking a permanent Principal solicitor with a minimum of five (5) years experience and expertise in property law, family law and contract law. This is a commercial opportunity for a self-motivated lawyer who wants to set up a thriving, commercial, legal business but lacks the funds to do so. There will be a substantial office rent reduction (inclusive of electricity, water and cleaning services) in exchange for supervision of two junior lawyers who will undertake legal duties in the nominated areas of law. You will have your own locked office space. The office is situated in a prime position in Newtown.

Please email your expression of interest to the CEO <info@affma.org.au>

Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise? AFFMA’s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Please email <newsletter@affma.org.au> for further information.
WANTED: Volunteer CPD developers and reviewers ( Online Private Study Booklets)
AFFMA is calling for expressions of interest from members interested in developing, reviewing and updating CPD materials in the following areas:

Protection and Humanitarian – Ethics and Professional Practice – Accounts Management – Business Management – File Management – Partner Visa – Code of Conduct – Ministerial Intervention – Winning at the RRT

For every three hours of volunteer work on CPD materials, you will gain one CPD point which will be reported to the OMARA.

If interested, please send an email with details of your area(s) of interest, availability and experience to: <info@affma.org.au>

Jobs board / commercial advertising

affma-hsbCommercial Advertising

If you would like to advertise your business or commercial venture in this section like Hubsite Builder has done below, please email <newsletter@affma.org.au>

Board Members

In the lead-up to our AGM on 22 June 2016, AFFMA is seeking volunteer Board Members:

  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Vice-president
  • Fundraiser.

Our organisation is looking for positive people, passionate individuals, who want to be part of an upward moving energy.

AFFMA is moving forward and we invite you to become a volunteer board member. Successful people all feel a need to contribute to humanity; unsuccessful people take without giving back.

Future employers will look at the quality of your contribution to AFFMA as a reflection of your skills and commitment. The experience you gain under AFFMA’s leadership could launch your future job or business.

Be part of a positive movement.  Be on the move with AFFMA.

Please apply in writing and include your CV.

Seeking a Lawyer

To begin in November/ December this year, a commercial law firm (to be) is seeking a permanent Principal solicitor with a minimum of five (5) years experience and expertise in property law, family law and contract law.

This is a commercial opportunity for a self-motivated lawyer who wants to set up a thriving, commercial, legal business but lacks the funds to do so.

There will be a substantial office rent reduction (inclusive of electricity, water and cleaning services) in exchange for supervision of two junior lawyers who will undertake legal duties in the nominated areas of law for a profit share.

You will have your own locked office space. The office is situated in a prime position in Newtown.

Please email your expression of interest to the CEO <info@affma.org.au>

Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise?

AFFMA’s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Please email <newsletter@affma.org.au> for further information.

Jobs board or commercial advertising

Commercial Advertising

If you would like to advertise your business or commercial venture in this section like Hubsite Builder has done below, please email <newsletter@affma.org.au>HubsiteBuilder-Karyn

Market Stall Operators

AFFMA needs people to volunteer and help raise funds by manning a stall in front of our Newtown office on Saturdays and Sundays starting from mid/ late February 2016. This opportunity is suitable for people who want to support a local charity and gain experience in running a market stall, handling monetary transactions, customer interaction and public engagement. Please email <fundraising@affma.org.au

Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise?

AFFMA’s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Please email <newsletter@affma.org.au> to express your interest.

Board Members

AFFMA is seeking volunteer Board Members: Treasurer, Secretary, Vice-president and Fundraiser.

Our organisation is looking for positive people, passionate individuals, who want to be part of an upward moving energy. AFFMA is moving forward and we invite you to become a volunteer board member.

Successful people all feel a need to contribute to humanity; unsuccessful people take without giving back.

Future employers will look at the quality of your contribution to AFFMA as a reflection of your skills and commitment.

The experience you gain under AFFMA’s leadership could launch your future job or business. Be part of a positive movement.  Be on the move with AFFMA.

Please apply in writing and include your CV. 

Jobs board / commercial advertising

Commercial Advertising

If you would like to advertise your business or commercial venture in this section like Hubsite Builder has done below, please email <newsletter@affma.org.au>HubsiteBuilder-Karyn

Market Stall Operators

AFFMA needs people to volunteer and help raise funds by manning a stall in front of our Newtown office on Saturdays and Sundays starting from mid/ late February 2016. This opportunity is suitable for people who want to support a local charity and gain experience in running a market stall, handling monetary transactions, customer interaction and public engagement. Please email <fundraising@affma.org.au

Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise?

AFFMA’s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Please email <newsletter@affma.org.au> to express your interest.

Board Members

AFFMA is seeking volunteer Board Members: Treasurer, Secretary, Vice-president and Fundraiser.

Our organisation is looking for positive people, passionate individuals, who want to be part of an upward moving energy. AFFMA is moving forward and we invite you to become a volunteer board member.

Successful people all feel a need to contribute to humanity; unsuccessful people take without giving back.
Future employers will look at the quality of your contribution to AFFMA as a reflection of your skills and commitment.

The experience you gain under AFFMA’s leadership could launch your future job or business. Be part of a positive movement.  Be on the move with AFFMA.

Please apply in writing and include your CV. 

Jobs board / commercial advertising

Jobs Board (1)Grant Writer Wanted

AFFMA is seeking a Volunteer Grant Writer to join our team. Our goal for 2015 and 2016 is expand the scope of our services, and reach a greater number of refugees with our growing base of voluntary Migration Agents.

Since we do not receive any government funding, we solely rely on donations and fundraising events. In order to obtain the necessary funding to continue our work into 2016, we are seeking an experienced grant writer to help us with grant proposals.

In this position you will be able to work from home. If you are interested in applying, please contact us with an expression of interest outlining your skills and qualifications <fundraising@affma.org.au>

Receptionist Wanted

AFFMA is seeking a volunteer receptionist to assist the Practice Manager for two days per week. Reception experience is desirable.

Preference will be given to candidates who can commit 6-12 months to our organisation. If this sounds like you, please show your interest by sending us an email with your skills and qualifications to <PracticeManager@affma.org.au>

Fundraising Managers Wanted (Paid Positions)

AFFMA is seeking three applicants to be in charge of all the fundraising aspects of the organisation. This would involve being in charge of AFFMA‘s social media presence, as well as formulating new ideas for marketing AFFMA and seeking donors and contacting them to raise much needed funds.

Applications must be experienced and have a proven track record in fundraising activities as these positions are essential for the success of our organisation since we receive no government funding. The positions may become paid from 2016 upon review of performance and total funds raised. Please email <fundraising@affma.org.au>

Commercial Advertising

If you would like to advertise your business or commercial venture in this section like David Vuong Travel has done, please email <newsletter@affma.org.au>

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Do you have a vacancy you wish to advertise?

AFFMA‘s Members can advertise vacancies free of charge. Deadline for our next issue is 15 November 2015.

 

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