VSO Nepal Vacancy
VSO is the world's leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty. Working in 24 countries around the world, our unique role in international development is to place committed volunteers with carefully selected organisations where their skills can have the greatest impact. Our extraordinary volunteers live and work in some of the world's poorest communities. Sharing their unique skills and experience to generate new ideas and new ways of doing things, helping the communities they work in lift themselves out of poverty. We're not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change, that will impact generations to come. Join us and help us work towards our vision of a world without poverty.DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION / REQUIREMENTS:
ICS Volunteer ( Team Leader/ Action Learner)
VSO Nepal is currently looking for highly motivated and passionate candidates for volunteering positions for Action Learners and Team Leaders to be a part of the ICS programme, which will run from January to March 2020.
VSO is the world’s largest leading independent international development organisation whose vision is “A fair world for everyone”. Our purpose creating lasting change through volunteering. We have been in Nepal since 1964 to improve the lives of people in some of the districts.
What is ICS?
- International Citizen Service (ICS) is a volunteering programme for 18-25 year olds, led by VSO and funded by the UK Government
- ICS brings together young people from the UK and Nepal to make a difference in some of the communities in Nepal for 12 weeks
- It promotes intercultural dialogue, sharing and learning between young people from the UK and Nepal
- It is demanding but hugely rewarding. It is a great opportunity for personal development, a stepping stone to future career and a
- Chance to make your world a better place
Currently, we are implementing ICS in Dhading, Lamjung and Surkhet with projects focused on themes of Inclusive Education and Resilience working alongside local NGO partners. Action Learners and Team Leaders will be placed in host-homes during the entire cycle working alongside UK counterparts. This is a fully-funded programme and we will cover all your food, accommodation and transportation costs.
Please note that this is a voluntary position and not a paid position.
Who Can Take Part?
Action Learners
- Any Nepali who falls under the age bracket of 18 – 25
- No skills or qualification required but an adequate level of spoken English is preferred
- Committed to volunteer for a 12 weeks
- We look for youths who are flexible, adaptable, team players committed to learning and sensitive to the needs of others
- Strong desire to work in the development sector
Team Leaders
- Must be 23 – 35 years of age
- Experience of working with and supporting youth from a varied background
- Ability to demonstrate strong leadership qualities
- Commitment to working in a rural environment for 16 weeks
- Ability to plan logically and efficiently and managing a varied workload
- Possess good verbal and written English
- Strong desire to work in the development sector and support youths
Please click the following link for further details on the post https://drive.google.com/open?id=12fpAEdAByX-IeNJOEXAe_wzrCbqr1_rD
Applying Procedure
If you’re interested in applying for this role, Please fill in the application form at https://apply.volunteerics.org
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Sign Language Trainer-National Volunteer
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least secondary level education (10+2) in social science/ Education/ Management or other relevant field of study and at least a year of experience either in teaching or in teaching on sign language
Experience:
- Knowledge and experience in working both at grassroots level
- Willingness to share his/her skills with colleagues in a professional but sensitive manner
- Previous experiences of working in the field of disability and inclusion
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to frequently travel
- Able to accommodate in diverse socio-economic, and multicultural context
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience of working with/as volunteer.
- Ability to understand and speak local language of the district/community.
Competencies and Behaviour
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
- Ability to be open minded and respectful
- Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
- Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
- Ability to seek and share knowledge
Equal Opportunities
VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
Allowance:
In country funded allowances (living allowances)- yes, as per VSO Nepal policy.
Accommodation allowance- yes, as per VSO Nepal policy.
As a VSO volunteer you will work on an ad hoc basis, performing activities for VSO / your community during your free time. Expenses you incur while volunteering for VSO are reimbursed (be more specific if applicable).
As a VSO volunteer you will work on an ad hoc basis, performing activities for VSO / your community during your free time. Expenses you incur while volunteering for VSO are reimbursed (be more specific if applicable).
Accommodation
If you are not able to work from your own home, VSO will provide basic accommodation (including utilities).
Volunteer role: Braille Trainer -National Volunteer
Role overview
To develop teachers and local education/school authority's capacity on Braille to increase educational access of children with hearing impairment into formal education.
Skills, qualifications and experience
Essential
- At least secondary level education (10+2) in social science/ Education/ Management or other relevant field of study and at least a year of experience either in teaching or in teaching on braille
Experience
- Knowledge and experience in working both at grassroots level
- Willingness to share his/her skills with colleagues in a professional but sensitive manner
- Previous experiences of working in the field of disability and inclusion
Skills/Abilities
- Able to frequently travel
- Able to accommodate in diverse socio-economic, and multicultural context
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working with/as volunteer.
- Ability to understand and speak local language of the district/community.
Competencies and Behavior
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
- Ability to be open minded and respectful
- Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
- Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
- Ability to seek and share knowledge
Equal Opportunities
- VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
Allowance
In country funded allowances (living allowances)- yes, as per VSO Nepal policy.
Accommodation allowance- yes, as per VSO Nepal policy.
As a VSO volunteer you will work on an ad hoc basis, performing activities for VSO / your community during your free time. Expenses you incur while volunteering for VSO are reimbursed (be more specific if applicable).
Accommodation
If you are not able to work from your own home, VSO will provide basic accommodation (including utilities).
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description for more information.
To submit your application, click on ‘Make an application’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Some background about VSO
Much has changed since VSO started 60 years ago. We’ve gone from being a UK charity to a truly global development organisation. In 2016/2017 alone, we worked with over 7,000 volunteers from all over the world and from all backgrounds to deliver services that had an impact on the lives of almost 2.6 million people in the 24 countries where we work. Our programmes focus on the areas of health, education and livelihoods, with an increasing emphasis on resilience building, social accountability, gender and social inclusion. We believe progress is only possible when we work together and that strong partnerships are crucial to delivering positive change. That’s why we work with over 500 partner organisations, from local and national governments, to businesses, NGOs, funders, charities and community groups. Currently, over 30% of our people are recruited from within the country in which they work, and we continue to grow the share of community and national volunteers involved in our programmes. We also send increasing numbers of volunteers from one developing country to another. However, our vision has remained the same; to build a world without poverty
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description for more information.
To submit your application, click on ‘Make an application’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Apply before 18 Dec, 2019
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