The majority of the volunteers will be working in primary schools, promoting hygiene, reproductive health and HIV prevention messages through sessions with teachers and students. They will also promote gender equality by through similar sessions as well as arranging gender-fair activities such as sports tournaments. One pair of volunteers will work with APCCC - a community based climate change organisation - and will work with church and community groups to promote awareness and adaptation to climate change.
Essential requirements:
· Working with Young People
Proven experience of working with and providing support to 18-25 year olds from a wide range of backgrounds with proven ability to facilitate learning in a non-formal environment
· Cross-Cultural Working
Direct and substantial experience of working cross-culturally and able to communicate to a range of audiences and promote sharing and learning between cultures
International Development: Knowledge of issues which are common to communities in developing countries, possibly achieved through working or living in a developing country. Experience of promoting learning about development issues.
· CommunicationPossession of strong verbal communication to work effectively and inclusively with an overseas colleague. Strong written communication skills needed for writing reports.
· SupervisionSignificant experience of working in a supervisory role. Proven ability to promote self-awareness, learning and development among individuals.
· Planning and OrganisingAble to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the planning process.
Desirable requirements;
Budgeting:Experienceof managing budgets and undertaking accounting procedures
Volunteering:Sufficient experience of working with volunteers to understand the key factors which make volunteer placements viable, effective and rewarding.
Does this sound like you?...............
Please submit an application form stating why you are suitable for the role according to the above criteria to recruitment@vsoint.org.uk. No more than 2 A4 sides.
Downloads
- VSO Application Form 2012 PDF version (48KB)
- VSO Application Form 2012 (62KB)
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (word) (41KB)
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