The AWRC (Asian Women’s Resource Centre ) is a feminist organization whose values are founded on commitments to human rights, anti-discrimination and freedom from oppression. We endorse global evidence that violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence is gendered, a cause and consequence of the unequal position of women and girls in society, a violation of human rights, and is entirely preventable.
Hours: 14 hours per week
Location: Hybrid – Hertfordshire (St Albans & Watford)
Salary: £13,084–£13,669 per annum (salary progression in line with AWRC pay scales)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 March 2029
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced VAWG Training and Development Officer to design and deliver high-quality training to professionals, community organisations and partner agencies across Hertfordshire. This exciting role will play a key part in improving understanding of violence against women and girls, harmful practices and the barriers experienced by Black and Minoritised women.
You'll develop and deliver engaging, evidence-based training programmes that increase confidence and improve professional practice across a wide range of organisations.
Working within a trauma-informed, survivor-centred and culturally responsive framework, you will:
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Design and deliver specialist VAWG training and awareness sessions.
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Develop high-quality training resources and learning materials.
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Deliver workshops on domestic abuse, coercive control, safeguarding, harmful practices, forced marriage, stalking and so-called honour-based abuse.
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Build strong partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
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Represent AWRC at partnership meetings and community events.
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Monitor and evaluate training programmes to demonstrate impact and improve future delivery.
We're looking for someone who has:
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Experience delivering professional training, workshops or presentations.
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Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
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A strong understanding of violence against women and girls.
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Knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.
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Experience developing engaging learning resources.
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The ability to work confidently with professionals and community groups.
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A commitment to equality, diversity, anti-oppressive practice and feminist values.
At AWRC, you’ll be part of a passionate, supportive, and values-driven team. We offer:
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A hybrid working model (2 days office-based)
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Generous annual leave (25 days + public holidays)
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Access to regular clinical supervision and professional development
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A feminist, intersectional, and inclusive working environment
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Floating days and Birthday Leave
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1000's of discounts at retailers via reward gateway
It is essential to the development of AWRC’s service delivery that the post holder is able to respond flexibly to changes in the requirements of this post. This job description is therefore a guide and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities the post holder may have over time.
This post is open to women only (Exemption under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010).
We particularly welcome applications from Black and minoritized women, LGBTQ+ women, women with disabilities, and those with lived experience of the asylum or NRPF system.
Application Deadline: 2nd August 2026 at 5 pm
Interviews: W/C 10th August 2026 onwards
NOTE: Interviews will be conducted face to face and a task will be involved as part of the process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments please get in touch with us at [email protected].
