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Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerEligibility Requirements: Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada onlyAssignment ID: VA-106922Assignment Title: Communications AdvisorPartner: Tea Association of Malawi LimitedCountry: MalawiDuration: 4 to 6 months (flexible)Time Commitment: Full-time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about using communications to create social impact and empower young women globally? Do you have communications and international development skills to share?As the Communications Advisor with the Tea Association of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi, you will assist tocreate communication materials to increase the visibility of the tea sector’s gender mainstreaming programs. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your skills while contributing to women’s empowerment and sustainable development in Malawi.Apply today to make an impact in the empowerment of women in the Malawi tea sector!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2>-Enhance the social media strategy to increase reach, engagement, and storytelling impact-Support content creation and scheduling of high-quality, consistent materials-Monitor communication performance, analyze data, and provide actionable recommendations-Conduct a comprehensive review of the organization’s website and improve content, usability, and relevance-Highlight success stories of member estates, smallholder farmers, and impactful initiatives-Promote gender equality and women’s empowerment, celebrating milestones and transformative programs-Showcase Malawi Tea sector’s role in sustainable development and sector growth-Integrate environmental sustainability and climate action perspectives in communications.&nbsp;-Participate in pre-assignment training-Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of their assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagment activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support &nbsp;with their public engagement activities.-Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.-Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.<h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2>-Experience developing and implementing communications strategies and work plansStrong digital communications and social media skills-Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience-A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering-Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity-Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development-Experience living and working internationally considered an asset-Written and oral fluency in English.<h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The Tea Association of Malawi (Ltd) is the representative body of all tea estates, tea companies, producers and processors, and it represents the interests of tea growers and producers in Malawi. Responsible for promoting all aspects of the tea industry and addressing all matters of potential concern by coordinating and communicating the interests of the Tea Industry in Malawi’s economy and maintains linkages with national and international associations. The Tea Association also disseminates information and assists members in answering questions about the industry and in working out any problems that they may encounter. Membership affords the opportunity to keep abreast of the latest tea trends and keep up-to-date on important governmental matters. To enable sustainable growth of the Malawian tea market as a whole, while guiding our membership through an ever changing external environment; it has created practices and mechanisms for issues relating to hired labor and smallholders that have significantly improved the terms and conditions on which the estate sector engages with both groups<h2>Support Package</h2>-Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment-Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers-In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment-Language training in country of assignment, where required-Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance-Airfare to and from the assignment country-Visa/work permit-Pre-departure medical exam-Health insurance-Vaccinations and antimalarial medication-Criminal record verification-Vacation leave entitlement-Debriefing after completion of assignment-An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Communications Advisor | Malawi | Volunteer Internationally

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-107366Assignment Title: Strategy Development AdvisorPartner: Social Enterprise GhanaCountry: GhanaDuration: Six monthsTime Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about strategy, innovation, and driving social impact? Do you have experience in organizational development and strategic planning? If so, this could be the assignment for you!As the Strategy Development Advisor with Social Enterprise Ghana in Accra, you will lead the development of the organization’s new 5-year Strategic Plan and support management in implementing key recommendations from the previous year’s closing report. Your expertise will help shape the future of Ghana’s social enterprise ecosystem and strengthen the organization’s capacity for long-term impact.Apply today to contribute your strategic insight and help build a stronger, more sustainable future for social enterprises in Ghana!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>&nbsp;Support the process to design and develop Social Enterprise Ghana’s new 5-year Strategic Plan through a participatory and evidence-based approach</li><li>&nbsp;Analyze findings and recommendations from the previous year’s closing report and integrate relevant insights into the new strategy</li><li>Develop a practical implementation roadmap, including clear goals, timelines, and performance indicators</li><li>Work with management to enhance internal capacity for strategic execution, monitoring, and adaptive management</li><li>Facilitate consultations and validation sessions to ensure stakeholder ownership and alignment with Social Enterprise Ghana’s mission and values</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree and/or training in Strategic Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related field</li><li>At least 5 years’ experience in strategic planning, organizational development, or management consulting</li><li>Proven experience facilitating strategy design processes and leading stakeholder consultations</li><li>Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans</li><li>Experience working with social enterprises or development-focused organizations in Africa is an advantage</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The goal of Social Enterprise Ghana (SE Ghana) is to organize and develop a strong ecosystem for the social enterprise sector by increasing funding, driving policy, intensifying learning and innovation and ensuring that there is adequate research and data on the sector. SE Ghana is a part of the larger African Social Entrepreneurship Network (ASEN) which seeks to improve the social entrepreneurship ecosystem across the continent. SE Ghana, like other networks around the world, brings together social entrepreneurs to support one another, lead development in the social entrepreneurship space, and advocate for their shared interests.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action Advisor  | Ghana  | Volunteer Internationally

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-107360Assignment Title: Program and Volunteer Support AdvisorPartner: WUSC GhanaCountry: GhanaDuration: Six monthsTime Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about supporting volunteers to have a successful volunteer experience? Are you passionate about improving economic opportunities for youth, women, and marginalized communities globally?As the Program and Volunteer Support Advisor in Accra, Ghana, you will support the WUSC Ghana team to engage and support international volunteers by ensuring consistency, responsiveness, quality, and best practices in volunteer engagement and support. In this role, you will support the general program planning and monitoring activities of the IGNI+E project by supporting WUSC partners to ensure the effective delivery of the volunteer cooperation program.&nbsp;Apply today to contribute to an impactful volunteer cooperation program in Ghana!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>In collaboration with the WUSC team, you will provide personal and professional guidance to international volunteers to contribute to IGNI+E volunteer assignments and volunteer cooperation program goals (e.g. knowledge sharing opportunities, skill-sharing opportunities across partners</li><li>Support in the coordination of the in-country orientation, volunteer management training, and support for WUSC partners</li><li>Support and advise best practices in the volunteer integration process and ongoing volunteer engagement</li><li>Support volunteers with the safety and security protocols</li><li>Collaborate with the staff by ensuring volunteer reporting and project monitoring and evaluation requirements are met</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree in Social Sciences, or related field</li><li>Experience in volunteer or employee management and engagement</li><li>Experience in coaching, mentoring, facilitation, and/or training</li><li>Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and training, including content development is considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally is considered an asset.</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a Canadian non-profit organization with a mission to enhance education, economic opportunities, and empowerment for youth. WUSC works with a diverse network of volunteers, students, institutions, governments, and businesses. Together, WUSC and its networks foster youth-centered solutions to overcome inequality and exclusion, with a vision of a better world for all young people. Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the IGNI+E project (Innovative Global Networks for Inclusion + Equality, pronounced ‘ignite’) will be implemented in at least 8 countries between 2020-27. By strengthening the performance of key stakeholders in the employment/self-employment ecosystem including service delivery organizations, employers, government bodies, civil society organizations, training institutions and women’s organizations, the IGNI+E project will improve the socio-economic well-being of poor and marginalized youth, particularly young women. In some countries, the project will also target youth and young women with compounding vulnerabilities, such as forcibly displaced youth, marginalized women and youth impacted by climate change. To support partners to generate inclusive and sustainable employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, 1 million Canadians will be engaged along a continuum of awareness to action on key global issues, with 50,000 Canadians undertaking an action to sustain IGNI+E’s development impact.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Program and Volunteer Support Advisor | Ghana | Volunteer Internationally

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-106783Assignment Title: Gender Equality and Social Inclusion AdvisorPartner: WUSC – Guyana (ENGAGE Youth)Country: GuyanaDuration: 6 monthsTime Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about gender equality and social inclusion? Do you have gender equality programming skills to share?As the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor with the WUSC Empowering the Next Generation: Agency and Gender Equality (ENGAGE Youth) Guyana project, based in Georgetown, Guyana, you will support the partner and key stakeholders from Guyana’s Hinterland regions, in developing and implementing comprehensive gender equality programming.Apply today to have an impact on Indigenous youth, especially young women, from Guyana's Hinterland regions!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Support the design, development, and implementation of a project and context specific gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) strategy to guide current and future programming</li><li>Work closely with WUSC team and key stakeholders to design, develop and implement appropriate gender equality, gender mainstreaming and inclusive initiatives, including gender assessments and analysis, gender-sensitive work planning, community gender training and awareness programs, and capacity strengthening of key actors&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in developing and facilitating gender training and awareness initiatives for multiple audiences, including WUSC team and volunteers, project stakeholders and partners, and engaging men and boys around positive masculinities&nbsp;</li><li>Support the development and implementation of gender equality and social inclusion monitoring tools, to facilitate effective data collection, analysis and reporting on GESI project outcomes&nbsp;</li><li>Consistently facilitate application of a gender equality lens to all project resources and activities, such as, ensuring communications resources are gender, age and youth sensitive, culturally appropriate, and context relevant</li><li>Participate in the WUSC GESI Community of Practice to share experiences, learnings, provide and receive peer-to-peer mentorship, coaching and participate in knowledge sharing sessions&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree and/or formal/professional training in gender/women’s studies, social sciences, or a related field</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with youth, women and minority groups in gender equality and empowerment programming</li><li>Strong skills in conducting gender equality and social inclusion analysis, development of gender sensitive data collection tools, monitoring and evaluation of gender equality outcomes</li><li>Experience in programming on gender equality, equity, inclusion and promotion of diversity targeting vulnerable and marginalized groups</li><li>Awareness of gender equality and equity issues with Indigenous people considered an asset</li><li>Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in field of expertise</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and working in collaboration with Indigenous communities</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development, are assets</li><li>Professional experience working or volunteering in the Caribbean is an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>ENGAGE Youth is a 5-year project funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) with the Ultimate Outcome “to enhance the empowerment of Indigenous and rural youth, especially young women, in target regions of Guyana” by facilitating improved and meaningful participation of youth in decision-making at the personal, household and community levels; and strengthening the network of local, regional and national stakeholders to effectively address the social and economic needs and aspirations of Indigenous youth from target regions. The ENGAGE Youth Theory of Change is premised on the assumption that increased engagement of Indigenous youth at the personal, household and community levels, and an improved local, regional and national system of stakeholders, will result in enhanced empowerment of Indigenous youth, especially young women. ENGAGE Youth takes a holistic approach to empowerment, which recognizes the significant needs of the target group and importance of the broad-spectrum of key stakeholders required to achieve the ENGAGE Youth Ultimate Outcome. The project utilizes human-centered design (HCD) approaches that allow for active participation of Indigenous youth in designing and implementing initiatives, and a systems approach that facilitates identification of root problems and focuses on actions that enhance sustainability through working closely with local actors and organizations. ENGAGE Youth supports Indigenous youth from Regions 1, 7, 8 and 9 in Guyana. The main project partners include government ministries and agencies; non-governmental organizations; and community, national and regional organizations that work with Indigenous youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a Canadian non-profit organization with a mission to enhance education, economic opportunities, and empowerment for youth and women. WUSC works with a diverse network of volunteers, students, institutions, governments, and businesses. WUSC is the implementing agency for the Global Affairs Canada (GAC) funded five-year project – Empowering the Next Generation: Agency and Gender Equality (ENGAGE Youth) in Guyana. The ultimate goal of ENGAGE Youth is to enhance the empowerment of Indigenous and rural youth, especially young women, in target regions of Guyana. ENGAGE Youth will support the enhanced empowerment of Indigenous youth, especially young women, through awareness raising and public engagements on gender equality; provision of life-skills education; enhanced access and referrals to social services; access to applied training in relevant employability, livelihood, business development and entrepreneurship skills; and delivery of skills training and responsive grants to enable young people to effectively engage in youth-led enterprises and economic initiatives. Through financial and technical support, ENGAGE Youth will strengthen the capacity of local, regional and national stakeholders to effectively develop and implement sustainable, gender-responsive, and youth sensitive initiatives that address the social and economic needs and aspirations of Indigenous youth, especially young women.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor | Guyana | Volunteer Internationally 

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian E-volunteerAssignment ID: VA-107287Assignment Title: Communications AdvisorPartner: WUSC Sri Lanka&nbsp;Country: Sri LankaDuration: 2 to 5 months (flexible)Time Commitment: 5 to 35 hours per week (flexible)<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about creating social change and supporting marginalized communities globally? Do you have communication skills to help amplify their voices for social change?As the Communications Advisor at WUSC Sri Lanka in Colombo, you will support the WUSC Sri Lanka team and their partners remotely in enhancing the visibility and impact of the WUSC Volunteer Cooperation Program. You will develop communication strategies that highlight the challenges faced by marginalized groups, particularly young women, and promote initiatives that foster gender equality and social inclusion.Join us today to make a meaningful impact in advancing gender equality and social justice in Sri Lanka!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Support in finalizing the Project Communications Strategy and Work Plan</li><li>Contribute strategies and content towards the social marketing campaign designed by the GESI Team</li><li>Create a repository of communication templates to be used throughout the project</li><li>Support in developing WUSC’s presence on social media platforms in line with systems thinking strategies and with the development of digital content promoting women’s economic growth and resilience</li><li>Conduct storytelling workshops for partner staff members</li><li>Contribute towards knowledge products and ecosystem learning events done by the project</li><li>Develop a database of case studies, photographs and change stories for the project</li><li>Develop and issue press releases as required</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree and/or training in Communications, Digital Marketing or a related field</li><li>Experience in Communications, Digital Marketing or related experience</li><li>Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise.</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering.</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset.</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>The GRIT project is a 7-year collaborative initiative (2022-2029) that will build sustainable pathways to enhanced economic empowerment, well-being and inclusive growth in Sri Lanka (SL), especially for young women in the North of the country. This proposed project will test innovative, sustainable models to improve the enabling environment and reduce gender-specific barriers to increase equitable and sustainable growth of start-up, early-stage, and growth-stage enterprises, especially those owned by, operated by, or serving women in the North of SL.<h2>Partner Description</h2>WUSC Sri Lanka is a NGO that has been working in Sri Lanka over the last three decades engaged in youth education and economic opportunities as well as women development. WUSC Sri Lanka has engaged Canadian volunteers through the Volunteer Cooperation Program throughout this period and implemented its program through local partners. The WUSC Sri Lanka Team has built strong relationships with local NGOS, CSOs, communities, ministries and government departments over time. In addition to the Volunteer Cooperation Program (2020-2028), WUSC Sri Lanka is also implementing the Growth, Resilience, Investment and Training project GRIT project (2022-2029) and the Strengthening TVET Resilience and Inclusive Vocational Employment (STRIVE) project (2025 – 2030).<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Communications Advisor | Sri Lanka | Volunteer Internationally 

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-107407Assignment Title: Business Development AdvisorPartner: Dar Abu Abdullah association for Philanthropy and Development organization (DAA)Country: JordanDuration: 4 to 6 months (flexible)Time Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about economic development ?As a Business Development Advisor with Dar Abu Abdullah Association for Philanthropy and Development in Amman, Jordan,&nbsp;you will conduct a comprehensive market research and analysis in sectors such as fresh produce, food processing, and textiles, aimed at identifying opportunities for growth and expansion, particularly targeting export markets in Canada, USA and overseas.Apply today to have an impact in economically empowering vulnerable communities across Jordan!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree in Business, International Trade, Marketing, or a related field</li><li>Proven experience in conducting market research and analysis Familiarity with product design and development processes Proficiency with information technologies and in computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Drive/Docs/Gmail, etc.)</li><li>Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>Dar Abu Abdullah (DAA) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization with a mission toempower the most vulnerable individuals and sustain their livelihoods through projects thataddress the underlying causes of hunger and poverty across Jordan. Named after His Majestythe late King Hussein bin Talal and chaired by Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein,DAA was established in an effort to honor His Majesty’s spirit and his belief that the individualrepresents a nation’s greatest asset.DAA is a strategic partner with Tkiyet Um Ali (TUA), an NGO that was founded in 2003 by HerRoyal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al-Hussein as the first initiative of its kind in the Arab Regionthat seeks to eradicate hunger in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Through its SustainableFood Aid Programme TUA reaches over 22,000 households living in extreme poverty onmonthly basis (approximately 100,000 individuals, 33% female-headed households, over 60%children under 18 years) throughout the Kingdom. This partnership creates a comprehensivedevelopment model that generates tangible, life-changing and sustainable results, not only forvulnerable individuals but also for their families.Through this model, DAA targets vulnerable individuals and assists them to become self-reliantand independent by strengthening their capacities and giving them new tools to enhance theirresilience and sustain their livelihoods. DAA’s programs and projects are specialized andtailored to the needs of the labour market and the uniqueness of the target beneficiaries, thusempowering families in their transition from dependence to independence, with a special focuson youth and women.

Business Development Advisor | Jordan  | Volunteer Internationally 

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-107253Assignment Title: Research Capacity Development AdvisorPartner: King Hussein FoundationCountry: JordanDuration: 4 to 6 months (flexible)Time Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about advancing research excellence and empowering academic communities? Join King Hussein Foundation&nbsp;in shaping the future of research through impactful training and innovative methodologies. Be part of their dynamic initiative driving capacity development in higher education and research institutions.Apply today to have an impact on inclusion, equality, and empowerment in Jordan!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Integrate emerging trends in research methodologies, digital scholarship, and policy development into training content to ensure relevance and alignment with current best practices</li><li>Design and deliver engaging, interactive training materials, including presentations, guides, toolkits, case studies, and digital learning resources</li><li>Develop, update, and customize training modules tailored to the specific needs of the research team</li><li>Facilitate practical, hands-on sessions on Artificial Intelligence applications in research, such as data analysis, literature reviews, predictive modeling, and AI-assisted writing</li><li>Advise on and support the development and revision of institutional research policies and procedures, including those related to ethics, data management, and other key areas</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field</li><li>Proven experience in training or capacity development in research institutions or academic environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of advanced research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods)</li><li>Experience in using AI and digital tools in research</li><li>Familiarity with institutional research policies, ethics, and governance frameworks</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse learner groups</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivits</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The King Hussein Foundation was founded in 1999 by Her Majesty Queen Noor to give enduring life to His Majesty King Hussein’s humanitarian vision and legacy by fostering equitable access for Jordanian and regional citizens to socio-economic, educational, health, and cultural opportunities for women, youth, and the marginalized to enable them to contribute meaningfully to national and regional development. The Foundation was built, in part, on the best practice sustainable development initiatives of the Noor Al Hussein Foundation which originated in the early 1980s.Our programs have advanced development thinking in the region, through pioneering programs in poverty eradication, women’s empowerment, refugee and trauma support, education, microfinance, family health, and cross-cultural exchange providing training and capacity-building expertise across Jordan and in the MENA and West Asian Regions.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Research Capacity Development Advisor | Jordan | Volunteer Internationally 

<h3>PURPOSE</h3>As one of Ottawa’s largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, BGC Ottawa provides FREE, subsidized, and cost saving Community-based services, and life-changing programs to an annual average of 4,500 young Members each year. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. From anti-Racism to Reconciliation to LGBTQ2S+, food security to scholarships to job readiness, our programs battle systemic issues with systemic solutions—equity, acceptance, support, opportunity.As a growing team that embraces different ways of thinking, abilities, and experiences we aim to make our staff feel safe. We want you to feel heard, respected, and empowered. We believe in our diverse shared power as being the key to serving our members, volunteers, community, and each other with the utmost care.BGC Ottawa is about building positive and inclusive environments for all.BGCO is pleased to announce that we are looking for our Director, Major Gifts and Campaigns. If you are an experienced and successful fundraising professional with a passion for helping kids, working with a professional and high- functioning team, and are excited about building our communities at the grass roots level, we hope that you will consider joining us as we continue our work to build sustainable funding for our organization.Why do you want to work at BGCO?<ul><li>A flexible, supportive, hybrid working environment.</li><li>A committed, professional, engaged team to lead.</li><li>Access to Clubhouse facilities and programs.</li><li>Competitive salary, pension, and benefits.</li><li>An opportunity to apply your skillset to supporting more than 5000 kids in our communities.</li></ul>The Challenge:This role reports to the Chief Advancement Officer and works closely with the entire Advancement Team to create and execute on a comprehensive major gifts fundraising plan, tracking donors and financial targets, evaluating strategy effectiveness, and making required adjustments. Additionally the role will enhance current and create new campaigns initiatives, targeting individuals,corporations and foundations. This role will monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and make improvements and changes as required.<h3>The Role – An Overview</h3>Major Gift Fundraising and Campaigns<ul><li>Plans, implements, manages, supervises and evaluates the BGCO major gifts fundraising and campaigns initiatives targeting individuals, corporations and foundations.</li><li>In consultation with the Chief Advancement Officer and the Management team, oversees the creation, implementation, management and evaluation of a major gifts strategy aimed at acquiring private funding for the priority projects of BGCO.</li><li>Monitors and evaluates all major gifts activities to ensure that financial goals are met and that activities are delivered cost-effectively, following trends and best practices.</li><li>Strategically engages, supports and works in close collaboration with the senior leadership team, senior volunteer fundraisers and other key stakeholders, to ensure the successful execution of fundraising and stewardship activities.</li><li>Develops, engages and maintains regular interactions with senior leaders, administrators, managers and employees of the various branches of BGCO to coordinate the various fundraising efforts.</li><li>Proactively manages a portfolio of current and potential major donors and ensures a professional, strategic, and coordinated approach to donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities with all major donors across the region.</li><li>Ensures compliance with privacy and confidentiality standards and CRA rules and regulations related to the treatment of donor information and donations.</li><li>In collaboration with the Marketing/Communications team, oversees the preparation of communications documents for fundraising purposes, including drafting and/or overseeing the production and the preparation of requests and proposals targeting specific individuals, corporations and foundations, as well as gift agreements.</li><li>Oversees and enhances the donor recognition strategies according to BGCO donor recognition policy; implementing special recognition, awareness activities and activation events when appropriate.</li><li>Provides coaching, advice and support to key BGCO volunteers so they can engage with and contribute to the development of the major gifts and campaigns program.</li></ul>Budget and Revenue Management<ul><li>Plans, organizes and manages the financial and material resources related to the Major Gifts and Campaigns Program.</li><li>In collaboration with the Chief Advancement Officer, prepares work plans and sets objectives and priorities for major gifts fundraising and conducts strategic and operational planning to ensure that objectives and scheduled performance measures are met.</li><li>Plans, controls and verifies the fundraising revenue budget and spending associated with fundraising and campaigns activities, including identifying, obtaining and managing material and financial resources and exercising financial authority over program budget.</li><li>Produces financial reports and provides activity summaries for the Chief Advancement Officer.</li><li>Develops and defends annual and/or multi-year forecasts for operating and project budgets, including identifying year-over-year budget implications.</li></ul>Stakeholder and Partner Relationships<ul><li>Provides input into the development of budgets, strategic, operational and human resource plans and BGCO policies and standards.</li><li>Participates in discussions establishing the organizational structure, priorities, strategic/financial plans, goals and objectives.</li><li>Serves on assigned committees to discuss issues of mutual concern and interest.</li></ul><h3>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; COMPETENCIES</h3><ul><li>Significant and progressively responsible experience in fundraising and a demonstrated track record of success in fundraising for major gifts and/or corporate partnerships.</li><li>Experience leading, planning, growing and managing a major gift development program with demonstrated success.</li><li>Experience with capital campaigns will be considered a significant asset.</li><li>Experience in developing and implementing creative winning fundraising and stewardship strategies.</li><li>Superior interpersonal skills to develop and maintain a broad range of relationships as well as engage and inspire stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>Experience recruiting, engaging and supporting senior volunteers for fundraising.</li><li>Effective written and verbal skills in English including ability to make oral presentations and lead and conduct effective meetings with a diverse range of constituents.</li><li>Detail oriented and analytical, with experience developing, projecting revenues and managing a budget.</li><li>A demonstrated strong aptitude for teamwork and collaboration.</li><li>A demonstrated high degree of personal integrity, transparency and adherence to ethical fundraising principles.</li><li>Proficiency with MS Office and data management systems.</li><li>A university degree is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset</li></ul>BGC Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. This means that all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.To apply, please see our Careers website at BGC Ottawa - Careers - BGC Ottawa or by reaching out directly to Laura Milsom, Director, People &amp; Culture for a confidential conversation at <a href="mailto:lmilsom@bgcottawa.org" target="_blank">lmilsom@bgcottawa.org</a>.

Bgc Ottawa

Director, Major Gifts and Campaigns

The chair of the BFC Fundraising Committee is responsible for coordinating the operations of the fundraising committee and leading efforts to meet the annual fundraising target of approximately $750 K to meet the operating needs of the Barrhaven Food Cupboard.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Chair, lead, and facilitate bi-weekly committee meetings including identifying action items, tracking progress and creating summary notes</li><li>Set fundraising strategy</li><li>Maintain a year long calendar of fundraising initiatives&nbsp;</li><li>Recruit prospective committee members</li><li>Maintain fundraising metrics</li><li>Draft fundraising letters and solicit feedback</li><li>Create, maintain, and award “Proud Supporter” window stickers as appropriate</li><li>Speak at local businesses / community organization on the Barrhaven Food Cupboard</li><li>Attend BFC Board monthly board meetings in person as required</li><li>Attend cheque presentations</li></ul>Experience Needed<ul><li>A working knowledge of the Barrhaven Food Cupboard, the growing demand for its services, and its clients’ needs (Not mandatory)</li><li>Demonstrated fundraising experience</li><li>Chairing committee meetings</li><li>Creating Record of Decisions for committee meetings</li></ul>

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