VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Their high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.
The volunteer will work with the VSO Bangladesh in northern and southern part of Bangladesh focusing on youth development. The adviser will work very closely with VSO staff, Youth club volunteers and community based partner organisations to implement and evaluate VSO program with special focus on Child marriage and SRHR.
He/she will support linkages with local government institutions, service providers, govt. departments and private sector for strengthening AYSRHR program and reduce child marriage in the community.
Location:
DhakaBenefits
- A workplace that encourages learning and development
- An opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- A chance to combine your professional skills with a good cause.
- As a VSO volunteer, you will be sharing your skills with local communities on a full time basis.
- VSO will cover your travel, vaccinations, accommodation, and medical insurance costs, along with a local living allowance which will be paid in local currency. This allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home.
- He/she will also receive some financial support to contribute to his/her on-going expenses at home.
Eligibilities
Skills, qualifications and experience:
- Youth Work–
Proven experience of working with youth from a wide range of backgrounds with proven ability to facilitate youth development. - 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. - Communication-
Possession of strong verbal communication to work effectively and inclusively with an overseas colleague. Strong written communication skills needed for writing reports. - Planning and Organising-
Able to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the planning process. - Desirable-
Experience of managing budgets
Programme Design and Evaluation
Application Process
Apply online through the given link.
Application Deadline: September 23, 2018
Application ClosedOfficial link
