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Climate Network Lanark is looking for Board Members!Location: Hybrid (Lanark County &amp; Smiths Falls, Ontario)Time Commitment: Minimum 6 months, with monthly 2-3 hour board meetings and additional project workStart Date: RollingAbout Us:Climate Network Lanark is a five-year-old grassroots environmental organization dedicated to connecting individuals, municipalities, and organizations across Lanark County to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We educate local communities on climate adaptation and conservation, and collaborate with municipal governments on climate mitigation efforts. We work together to create programs, share resources, and support climate action in Lanark County and Smiths Falls. We're looking for passionate individuals to help us continue our growth!The Opportunity:We are looking for self-starting individuals to join our volunteer working board. This is a unique opportunity to help shape our programs, contribute to meaningful environmental work, and become part of a larger network of NGOs within Lanark County.Ideal candidates are proactive and eager to take ownership of their role. While we are always flexible, it’s important to note we do expect some engagement outside of monthly board meetings.Who We're Looking For:<ul><li>Individuals with non-profit board experience or a strong interest in governance.</li><li>Self-starters who are keen to create and lead initiatives within CNL.</li><li>People with creative ideas to expand environmental stewardship programs.</li><li>Youth, newcomers, and those new to the environmental sector are especially welcome.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make an immediate, local impact on Lanark County’s environment.</li><li>Gain hands-on governance experience in the environmental non-profit sector.</li><li>Build meaningful connections with like-minded community leaders.</li></ul>

Climate Network Lanark

Board Member

<ul><li>This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity and as an Associate you are required to contribute a minimum of 5 hours per week</li><li>An Associate must be willing to attend the meeting in EST Timezone and be responsive to emails within 36 hours.&nbsp;</li><li>STW­™ will provide a "letter of recommendation" to interns, students &amp; professionals who are able to showcase outstanding performance for school/university credit and for professional references.</li></ul>About Us:Save the Water™ is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to conduct water research to identify and remove harmful contaminants in water, and to raise public awareness about water contamination and its health impacts. STW­™ also offers educational programs to excite young minds about water science.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our volunteers are diverse professionals from all over the world bringing their knowledge and experience to STW­™ because we care deeply about our communities and water resources. We learn and collaborate in an open and empowering work environment to find long-term solutions to the water contamination problem. Our vision is “Contamination free, healthy water for all”&nbsp;To learn more about Save the Water™, please visit&nbsp; <a href="http://www.savethewater.org" target="_blank">www.savethewater.org</a>The Role:STW™ is seeking a multi-faceted digital marketing associate to lead the Marketing team’s Google Ads campaigns and analytics reporting. This position reports to the Associate Director of Marketing. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing all STW™ Google Ads &amp; SEM campaigns. You will play a major role in enhancing brand awareness, as well as driving website traffic and acquiring new leads for donors, volunteers, and water testing facilities. In addition, your analytical chops will help the Marketing team evaluate all digital campaigns to optimize our efforts.&nbsp;<h3>What you will be responsible for:</h3><ul><li>Create &amp; manage Google Ads campaigns &amp; budget, and produce monthly reports</li><li>Tracking, reporting, and analyzing website analytics&nbsp;</li><li>Identify powerful keywords to drive the most valuable traffic</li><li>Make recommendations for new campaigns and ways to scale existing campaigns</li><li>Executing tests, collecting and analyzing data, identifying trends and insights in order to achieve maximum ROI in paid search campaigns</li><li>Performing ongoing paid keyword discovery, expansion, and optimization</li><li>Collaborate with research associates to review &amp; analyze competitor advertising</li><li>Act as the marketing team’s SEO/SEM expert – this will include aiding in content development to optimize STW™ materials in search engine results, and offering assistance to other teams as needed&nbsp;</li><li>Attend &amp; contribute to weekly Marketing team meetings and other meetings as needed</li><li>Complete timesheet on a weekly basis</li></ul> Apply now if you have: &nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related field preferred (or equivalent of at least 2 years full time work experience)</li><li>Experience working with nonprofits (Google Ad Grants in particular) a plus</li><li>Minimum 2 years’ experience with Google Ads</li><li>Google AdWords Search Certification or Google AdWords Analytics Certification a plus</li><li>Proven knowledge and expertise in digital marketing (SEO, SEM and PPC) tactics and best practices</li><li>Excellent data visualization and storytelling skills, experience using Google Analytics and Excel</li><li>Attention to detail and strong project management skills</li><li>Ability to think creatively and strategically to identify and resolve problems</li><li>Requires self-direction and must demonstrate excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside of the department</li><li>A positive, Canadan-do attitude and interest in environmental/public safety work</li></ul>How to apply:If interested in this position, please send your resume to <a href="mailto:newvolunteers@savethewater.org" target="_blank">newvolunteers@savethewater.org</a>. We would love to hear from you!

Save the Water

Volunteer Digital Advertising & Marketing Analytics Associate (Remote)

<ul><li>This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity and as an Associate you are required to contribute a minimum of 5 hours per week</li><li>Associates must be willing to attend virtual meetings in EST Timezone and be responsive to emails within 48 hours.</li><li>STW™ will provide a "letter of recommendation" to interns, students &amp; professionals who are able to showcase outstanding performance for school/university credit and for professional references.</li></ul>About Us:Save the Water™ is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to conduct water research to identify and remove harmful contaminants in water; and to raise public awareness about water contamination and its health impacts. STW™ &nbsp;also offers educational programs to excite young minds about water science.&nbsp;Our volunteers are diverse professionals from all over the world bringing their knowledge and experience to STW™ &nbsp;because we care deeply about our communities and water resources. We learn and collaborate in an open and empowering work environment to find long term solutions to water contamination problem. Our vision is “Contamination free, healthy water for all”To learn more about Save the Water™, please visit&nbsp; <a href="http://www.savethewater.org" target="_blank">www.savethewater.org</a>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Find a minimum of one (1) per week on the topics of water contamination and/or new water technology (4 per month)</li><li>Write a minimum of one (1) research-based article per month according to <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RFwenOiHjGdwPBpOxdx0urzRO_OkLBEsne2s9SqhQbw/edit" target="_blank">Writing Guidelines</a> on a topic approved by the Project Lead or Director related to water contamination or water treatment technology</li><li>Post article links/topics on Monthly Publishing Spreadsheet for Project Leader or Director approval</li><li>Accurately cite articles from professionally appropriate sources according to guidelines and submit them by the deadline stated on Monthly Publishing Spreadsheet</li><li>Assist other STW™ groups with writing assignments or research for writing assignments as needed</li><li>Research articles from appropriate sources according to guidelines as assigned</li><li>Maintain volunteer responsibilities and correspondence with Publishing staff</li><li>Report to Project Leader for the given project team</li><li>Attend Publishing group’s monthly meeting.</li><li>Complete the PWR at least on weekly minimum basis</li><li>Writing on water issues for external organizations</li></ul>EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.</li><li>Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous and professional manner when dealing with the public.</li><li>Must demonstrate effective oral communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside of the department.</li><li>Understanding of Peer Reviewed Sources</li></ul>How to apply:If interested in this position, please send your resume to <a href="mailto:newvolunteers@savethewater.org" target="_blank">newvolunteers@savethewater.org</a>. We would love to hear from you!

Volunteer Publishing Associate: Researcher & Writer (Remote)

A Greener Future is seeking enthusiastic and environmentally conscious volunteers to support our&nbsp;Nurdle Hunt events this October on beaches along Lake Ontario, in Burlington, Hamilton, Toronto, and Durham.This is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact on your local environment, contribute to an international citizen science project, and gain volunteer experience alongside a passionate team.As a Nurdle Hunt volunteer, you will:<ul><li>Participate in shoreline cleanups focused on nurdles, tiny plastic pellets, which are a major contribution to plastic pollution.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Help collect critical data that demonstrates the scale and impact of microplastics locally. This data strengthens advocacy efforts, holds industries accountable for spills, and pushes for stronger procedures, policies, guidelines, and training within the plastic industry to prevent future environmental disasters. &nbsp;</li><li>Learn about the issue of nurdle pollution and its impacts on wildlife, waterways, and communities. &nbsp;</li></ul>October events:TorontoOct 4, 2025 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Sunnyside Beach, Toronto Oct 18, 2025 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Marie Curtis Park, Toronto Oct 25, 2025 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Humber Bay Shores Park, TorontoDurhamOct 9, 2025 4:00 PM–6:00 PM Frenchman’s Bay, Pickering Oct 16, 2025 4:00 PM–6:00 PM Beachfront Park, Pickering Oct 23, 2025 4:00 PM–6:00 PM Stone Street Park, Oshawa Oct 30, 2025 4:00 PM–6:00 PM Rotary Park, AjaxBurlingtonOct 22, 2025 5:30 PM–7:00 PM Burlington Beach, BurlingtonHamiltonOct 5, 2025 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Beach A, Hamilton Oct 5, 2025 1:00 PM–3:00 PM Confederation Park, HamiltonAbout A Greener Future: A Greener Future is a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental protection through community action and education. Our mission is to empower individuals to reduce litter and protect nature, spearheading a national movement to create a more sustainable world.Since our founding, we’ve removed over&nbsp;7.1 million pieces of litter from the environment with the help of volunteers like you.The&nbsp;Nurdle Hunt is part of the&nbsp;Great Global Nurdle Hunt, a worldwide initiative to monitor and raise awareness about nurdle pollution. Throughout October, events take place across multiple GTA communities and beyond, with volunteers helping to protect local shorelines, wildlife, and water quality.Why volunteer with us:<ul><li>Make a tangible impact on local and global ecosystems &nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to citizen science and international data collection &nbsp;</li><li>Connect with like-minded, eco-conscious volunteers &nbsp;</li><li>Earn volunteer hours (high school students welcome – remember your form!) &nbsp;</li><li>Be part of a global movement making a real difference &nbsp;</li><li>Gain hands-on experience with environmental fieldwork and research practices &nbsp;</li></ul>Ideal Volunteer:<ul><li>Passionate about the environment and community engagement &nbsp;</li><li>Comfortable working outdoors &nbsp;</li><li>Willing to follow safety guidelines and work in a team &nbsp;</li></ul>How to Register: Please register through our<a href="https://www.agreenerfuture.ca/events-page" target="_blank">&nbsp;Events Page</a>, select a Nurdle Hunt at the location and time most convenient for you, then fill out the short form. Join us for one event or multiple events according to your schedule (1–2 hours per event).For questions, contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@agreenerfuture.ca" target="_blank">info@agreenerfuture.ca</a>.

A Greener Future

Nurdle Hunt Beach Cleanup Volunteer

We need motivated people with experience working in a Library to help us expand the content and readership of our &nbsp;online library<ul><li>STARTING JOB<ul><li>CATALOG ITEMS</li></ul></li><li>ADD TO LIBRARY<ul><li>DEPENDS AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL</li></ul></li><li>QUALITY CONTROL – SPOT CHECKS FOR<ul><li>BROKEN LINKS, MISSING INFORMATION</li></ul></li><li>WORK WITH DEVELOPERS TO CREATE TRACKING MECHANISM FOR READERS &amp; ARTICLES</li><li>MESSAGES TO READERS<ul><li>NEW SECTIONS</li><li>EXCITING ARTICLES</li></ul></li><li>I AM INCREASINGLY INTERESTED IN SERVICES<ul><li>ADVICE</li><li>RESEARCHING</li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; VIDEOS &amp; ARTICLES&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul>A variety of skills are needed

Change Climate Change

Online Librarian

Newsletter EditorPlanet Watch is a non-profit organization focusing on Climate Change.We currently need an experienced Newsletter Editor to promote our work.&nbsp;The major responsibility will be to edit our monthly newsletter.Other opportunities exist within this role for interested candidates<ul><li>Research for special editions of the newsletter</li><li>Writing articles for the newsletter</li><li>Selection and editing of material for our Social Media platforms</li></ul>This is a Volunteer position.

Newsletter Editor and Creative Writer

***Ouvert uniquement aux citoyens canadiens et aux résidents permanents du Canada***Type d’affectation : Volontariat international canadien&nbsp;Numéro d’affectation : VA-107005Titre du poste : Conseiller-ère aux entreprises commerciales et recherche de solutions vertesPartnenaire : Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’IvoirePays : Côte d’IvoireDurée : 4 à 5 moisEngagement en temps : Temps plein<h2>Contexte de l’affectation</h2>Vous êtes passionné-e par le développement durable et la réduction de l'empreinte carbone des entreprises ? Vous avez des talents extraordinaires en matière de conception et de développement de politiques&nbsp;organisationnelles ?&nbsp;En tant que conseiller-ère en recherche de solutions vertes pour&nbsp;les entreprises commerciales&nbsp;à la Chambre de Commerce et d’industrie à Abidjan, vous contribuerez à l’amélioration des compétences des membres de l’organisation et des entreprises de Côte d’Ivoire !Postulez dès aujourd’hui pour contribuer au renforcement des jeunes entrepreneur-es en Côte d’Ivoire !<h2>Rôles et responsabilités</h2><ul><li>Appuyer la Chambre de Commerce dans l’identification des besoins en formation des employé-es et des entreprises en matière de durabilité environnementale et de solutions vertes&nbsp;</li><li>Soutenir les entreprises dans l’application de solutions respectueuses de l’environnement dans le cadre de leurs activités&nbsp;</li><li>Appuyer la Chambre de Commerce à concevoir et mettre en œuvre des politiques et stratégies de durabilité environnementale en faveur des entreprises&nbsp;</li><li>Appuyer la formation des entreprises sur les pratiques respectueuses de l’environnement</li><li>Participer à la formation préalable à l’affectation</li><li>Participer à au moins trois initiatives d’engagement du public canadien avant, pendant ou dans les six mois suivant la fin de l’affectation. Les volontaires disposeront des outils, de la formation, des fonds et du soutien nécessaires pour atteindre leurs objectifs. Les volontaires devront également rendre compte de chacune de leurs activités d’engagement du public par le biais de notre portail d’information des volontaires. Des rencontres individuelles virtuelles pourront être organisées avec l’Agent(e) principal(e) d’engagement du public tout au long de leur affectation et durant les six mois suivant sa fin, afin d’obtenir des conseils et un soutien dans leurs efforts.</li><li>Les volontaires canadiens sont tenus de réaliser au moins une activité qui contribue à atteindre l’objectif de collecte de fonds de 1 500 dollars. L’exigence minimale est remplie par chaque volontaire qui utilise notre portail d’information sur les volontaires, signalant qu’il a envoyé un message à son réseau au sujet de son affectation de volontaire, et qui comprend le lien vers la page web du Fonds d’impact partagé de l’EUMC. Ce message compte également comme l’une des trois activités d’engagement du public requises. Les volontaires recevront les outils, la formation et le soutien nécessaires pour atteindre l’objectif de collecte de fonds.</li><li>Soumettre des rapports selon les exigences de l’organisme partenaire et de l’EUMC.</li></ul><h2>Expérience et qualifications</h2><ul><li>Diplôme et/ou formation en économie verte, développement durable ou dans un domaine connexe</li><li>Au moins deux (2) ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente dans votre domaine d'expertise</li><li>Expérience démontrée avec les méthodes, les outils et les techniques de formation traditionnels et modernes</li><li>Capacité à vulgariser des informations complexes à des publics variés</li><li>Expérience de renforcement de capacités sur les sujets tels que le leadership, la gestion d’entreprise, la gestion de coopération, etc.</li><li>Un engagement en faveur de l'égalité des genres, et de l'inclusion des jeunes&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibilité, adaptabilité, excellentes compétences interpersonnelles et sensibilité culturelle</li><li>Expérience de l'animation de groupes et de formations, y compris l'élaboration de contenu, considérée comme un atout</li><li>Une expérience de vie et de travail à l'international est considérée comme un atout</li><li>Maîtrise du français écrit et oral.</li></ul><h2>Description du projet</h2>L’Entraide universitaire mondiale du Canada (EUMC) est une organisation canadienne à but non lucratif qui se consacre à offrir des possibilités d’éducation, d’emploi et d’autonomisation aux femmes et aux jeunes du monde entier. En Côte d’Ivoire, l’EUMC soutient les jeunes, en particulier les jeunes femmes, autour de deux thèmes : l’entrepreneuriat des jeunes et l’égalité des sexes, par le biais du projet IGNI+E. IGNI+E est un programme canadien de coopération volontaire internationale et de développement de premier plan, mis en œuvre par l’EUMC. Il est mis en œuvre grâce à la générosité des Canadien·nes et au soutien financier du gouvernement du Canada, par l’intermédiaire d’Affaires mondiales Canada.<h2>Description du partenaire</h2>Créer par arrêté du gouverneur Général en date du 23 décembre 1908 à Grand-Bassam, la Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’Ivoire est un organisme chargé de représenter les intérêts des entreprises commerciales, industrielles et de services, d’assurer la formation des entrepreneurs et d’apporter un appui aux entreprises. Le 17 mai 1963, les Chambres d’industrie et les Chambres d’agriculture sont organisées séparément par décret. Toutefois, la forte imbrication entre l’industrie et le commerce amène, le 8 janvier 1992, le gouvernement ivoirien à regrouper ces activités dans une même chambre placée sous la tutelle du ministère du commerce et de l’industrie. Interface entre les pouvoirs publics et le secteur privé, la Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’Ivoire est une institution d’appui aux entreprises.<h2>Paquet de soutien</h2><ul><li>Soutien et conseils de l’équipe de l’EUMC avant l’affectation et de l’équipe de l’EUMC dans le pays pendant l’affectation.</li><li>Formation avant l’affectation pour en apprendre davantage sur le programme de volontariat pour le développement, acquérir des compétences pratiques pour vivre et travailler dans un contexte interculturel et établir un réseau avec d’autres volontaires.</li><li>Orientation dans le pays d’affectation de l’EUMC</li><li>Formation linguistique dans le pays d’affectation, si nécessaire</li><li>Allocation de subsistance mensuelle modeste</li><li>Billet d’avion à destination et en provenance du pays d’affectation</li><li>Visa/Permis de travail</li><li>Examen médical avant l’affectation</li><li>Assurance maladie</li><li>Vaccinations et médicaments antipaludiques</li><li>Vérification du casier judiciaire</li><li>Droit aux congés annuels</li><li>Bilan à la fin de l’affectation</li><li>Une opportunité incroyable d’apporter une contribution significative au développement mondial, d’améliorer vos compétences professionnelles et de participer à une expérience unique!</li></ul>

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Conseiller-ère aux entreprises commerciales et recherche de solutions vertes  | Côte d’Ivoire | Volontariat international canadien

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:&nbsp;Tegucigalpa, HondurasStart Date:&nbsp;December 2025Placement Length:&nbsp;6 months with the possibility of extensionLanguage Requirements:&nbsp;Spanish&nbsp;<a href="https://cusointl.org/Language-Requirements" target="_blank">Level 4-Advanced</a>&nbsp;and English&nbsp;<a href="https://cusointl.org/Language-Requirements" target="_blank">Level 3-Intermediate</a>Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of InterestEligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only<h3>The Volunteer’s Role</h3>As a volunteer, you will:<ul><li>Conduct a diagnostic to evaluate current situation of AHER in order to create an action plan to strengthening of the organization with emphasis on Environmental</li><li>Design and implement local environmental initiatives (global warming, climate change, sustainable agricultural practices) with the support of partner organizations.</li><li>Support the political dialogue on environmental policies promoted by AHER</li></ul>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>University degree International development, environmental sciences or social justice.</li></ul>Essential Background:<ul><li>Master in environmental sciences</li><li>Minimum of 2 years experience in design and implementation</li><li>Minimum 2 years in monitoring and evaluation</li><li>Knowledge of current climate change global context</li><li>Previous experiences in related fields</li><li>Ability to work as a team player in group settings</li><li>Capacity for critical analysis</li></ul>What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!<h3>About Us, the Project and the Partner</h3>Cuso InternationalCuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Canada.We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities.Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)Cuso International will deliver the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) over seven years (2020-2027). SHARE aims to improve the economic and/or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, with a view to contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals. In addition to increasing the engagement of Canadians in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of country partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that advance gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.<h2>Prestaciones</h2><h3>Terms and Conditions</h3>Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle similar to local living standards. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel.Support Package<ul><li>Modest monthly living allowance</li><li>Accommodation while in placement</li><li>Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)</li><li>Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs</li><li>Pre-placement training, In-Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing</li><li>Support while in placement through Cuso International's Country Program Office (CPO) and local partners throughout your placement</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return</li><li>Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months</li></ul>Selection Requirements:Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to:<ul><li>Confirm Passport or Permanent Resident details for travel purposes&nbsp;</li><li>Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference</li><li>Complete a language assessment during the preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement</li><li>Obtain a satisfactory Police Check</li><li>Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure</li><li>Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated following the&nbsp;<a href="https://covid19.trackvaccines.org/agency/who/" target="_blank">World Health Organization-approved vaccines.</a></li></ul>Pre-placement Training and Briefing -&nbsp;Skills and Knowledge for Working in Development (SKWID)We commit to helping you prepare as best as possible for your placement. You will have a Volunteering Mobilization Advisor (VMA) to support you through the process and will participate in pre-placement training as part of your preparation. You will also have access to self-directed briefing documents, online training, and external resources through the volunteer portal. This training is designed to maximize your understanding of your placement and culture, help you identify and plan your learning, and help you stay safe and healthy during your placement.Protection from Sexual Exploitation and AbuseCuso International works with poor, vulnerable and marginalized people, mainly women and girls, to eradicate poverty and inequality. We understand the need to uphold and enforce the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.At Cuso International, we believe that all people, regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity or disability have the right to live lives free of harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse.Cuso International considers all forms of harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse to be incompatible with fundamental belief in the human dignity of all people, international and national agreements and standards, and its core values. Cuso International volunteers must agree to uphold the Child Protection, Prevention of Workplace Violence, Prevention of Workplace Harassment and Discrimination, and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policies and&nbsp;<a href="https://cusointernational.org/code_of_conduct/" target="_blank">Code of Conduct</a>.Residency and CitizenshipDuring the application and pre-placement phases, most Cuso International applicants are based in Canada, although we also receive applications from outside Canada. Regardless of your location, it's crucial for us to maintain easy and prompt communication with you between your application and start dates. We may request your passport, need to know your current residence, and be informed of any travel plans.Leaving your country of residence can impact your citizenship status. If you're leaving your residence for a placement, it is your responsibility to research the implications with local immigration authorities. By applying, you accept full responsibility for any consequences regarding citizenship, residency, or immigration status. Canadian Permanent Residents should make arrangements with immigration authorities before travelling to avoid any risks to their residency status.

Cuso International

Natural Resources and Social Advisor

Overseas Volunteer Opportunity: KenyaEligibility criteria:&nbsp;&nbsp; Canadian citizen or permanent resident of CanadaLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp; Nairobi, Kilifi, Machakos, Kericho, Kakamega, HomabayStart Date:&nbsp;&nbsp; Exact timing will be negotiated with the successful candidate.Duration: &nbsp; 3-6 months, in-country and online supportLanguage Requirement:&nbsp;&nbsp; English (Mandatory)Reporting to:&nbsp;&nbsp; Country Program OfficerThe Project – VOICE for Women and GirlsThe VOICE for Women and Girls project is a seven-year initiative (2020 – 2027) aimed at strengthening the performance of developing country partner (DCP) organizations to advance gender equality and economic empowerment of 50,000 women and men from marginalised communities, in particular young women (target: 60% women and girls), in Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Senegal and Malawi with a focus on action areas of the Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP), namely:<ul><li>Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and Girls, and</li><li>Growth that Works for Everyone.</li></ul>The Project responds to the needs identified by women and men of cooperatives and the entire members in the countries of operation and is designed to increase the capacities of individual producers and primary co-operatives to support more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient growth. Supporting institutions, including apex co-operatives, co-operative colleges, and government/regulatory institutions will also be engaged to increase the capacity and prioritization of vulnerable groups.What you will do – Activities and deliverablesThe Environment Social and Governance (ESG) advisor will be reporting directly to the Country Program Officer, who is coordinating all project activities at the country level. He/She is also expected to work hand in hand with the local partner ACCOSCA, the BOD and management of SACCOs and Cooperatives on regular basis. The ESG advisor is expected to host meetings and sessions with the Partner, the BOD, and the branch managers of the credit unions to interact and collaborate to get project goals accomplished.The ESG advisor will be working with SACCOs and Cooperatives to support them to identify any new challenges and opportunities for leaders to create sustainable, inclusive growth by implementing ESG strategies that increase financial, societal, and environmental impact as well as ensure long-term competitiveness.ObjectivesThe Volunteer is expected to work with SACCOs and multipurpose cooperatives and build the capacity of management, BOD of co-ops to provide innovative services that responds to the need of their members and primary co-operatives to support more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient growth. The capacity building initiatives will also target cooperative supporting institutions at community and Sub- County level as well as government/regulatory institutions to increase their capacity to be able to prioritize vulnerable groups to provide the needed support.Support packageThis is a voluntary assignment. CDF Canada supports volunteers through the provision of a comprehensive package designed to cover a modest and healthy lifestyle, while allowing for effectiveness in the placement:<ul><li>Return-trip international and/or domestic airfare.</li><li>Visa-related costs (if needed).</li><li>International health insurance.</li><li>Vaccination and health-related costs (if needed).</li><li>Interpreter and/or translator (if needed and depending on the position and duration of the assignment).</li><li>Pre-departure support and orientation.</li><li>Support and orientation during the assignment.</li><li>Debriefing upon completion of the assignment.</li></ul>The Partner you will work withThe African Confederation of Co-operative Savings and Credit Association (ACCOSCA) is a Pan-African confederation of national associations of savings and credit cooperatives societies. Having been established in Kenya by Co-operative leaders from across the continent in 1968, ACCOSCA has worked with various stakeholders in promoting the usage of the Co-operative Business model in a manner that would organically contribute towards the stimulating economic growth and development of a Country. Since its revitalization program at the Malawi General assembly in 2007, ACCOSCA has been leading the continent toward promoting financial inclusion in the local communities.Currently, ACCOSCA has developed programs aimed at empowering and promoting cooperatives in Africa and is collaborating with various government bodies, development agencies and research institution in her service delivery to promote financial inclusion in Africa. Overall ACCOSCA aims at: Promoting the establishment of an institutional framework for mobilizing personal saving and credit cooperatives, Capacity Building, Technical Assistance, Information exchange, and Research on topical issues and addressing them amicably.Engaging CanadiansCDF Canada provides technical and logistical support to young and experienced professionals through volunteer assignments to apply and acquire new skills and knowledge in international co-operative development. We ask each volunteer, regardless of the duration of their mandate, to share their experience during and/or at the end of their assignment either in the country of assignment or in Canada. The experience can be shared by providing stories of human interest and photographs that can be used for social media outreach; Participate in events/conferences or other public engagement activities to share their experience to motivate others.Application ProcessPlease submit a cover letter and CV/resume, by <a href="https://cdfcanada-coop.hiringplatform.ca/processes/124840-co-operative-development-environment-social-and-governance-advisor-kenya?locale=en" target="_blank">applying directly on our recruitment webpage</a>. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a police-check from their local police or RCMP detachment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in CDF Canada; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada

Co-operative Development Advisor (Environment Social and Governance) - Kenya

Reporting to the Director, Plant Responses and the Environment, the Senior Research Technician will coordinate and implement trials related to urban forestry projects for the Plant Responses and environment program.&nbsp; This role will coordinate, plan, monitor project timelines, assist with monitoring project budgets, and coordinate directly with Vineland research collaborators.&nbsp;The Senior Research Technician will work closely with other scientific and technical staff at Vineland, as well as external partners, to enable a multidisciplinary approach to research and project delivery.What you’ll do…<ul><li>With the guidance of the Director, execute projects related to urban forestry challenges including tree nursery projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate the Greening the Landscape Research Consortium:<ul><li>Implement research activities, plan and assign tasks to junior technical staff to complete projects on time and on budget.</li><li>Facilitate Consortium operations to ensure high quality outcomes as it relates to program operational needs.</li><li>Contribute toward the development of program materials, including standard operating procedures (i.e. Consortium Operating Manual) and best practices.</li><li>Support the development and implementation of new collaboration methods and approaches designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of Consortium operations.</li><li>Coordinate the organization, management and integration of data and information related to the Consortium program.&nbsp;</li><li>Instrumental in knowledge transfer of Consortium activities and research results, including the coordination of on-line and in-person events, writing of articles for trade journals, and upkeep of shared files/folders with Consortium members.&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Responsible for maintaining structure and organization of project management processes as required by the Director.</li><li>Work together with the Director and PRE scientists to:<ul><li>Provide support with proposal work plan and budget development for incoming projects.</li><li>Provide support with optimization and adoption of new services/techniques.</li><li>Implement additional urban forestry research projects which may be related to improving current standards and practices in the industry for topics as varied as green roofs, tree nursery production, vertical forests, food forests, and miniforests.&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul>What we need from you…Qualifications<ul><li>BSc in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology or similar degree</li><li>Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in research&nbsp;environments.</li><li>A Master’s Degree (M.Sc., M.A., M.S. or equivalent) is considered an&nbsp;asset.</li></ul>Knowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;Skills<ul><li>Excellent project management skills, with a passion for organizing and tracking research activities.</li><li>Experience in urban forestry, with a good understanding of tree species and physiology.</li><li>Strong familiarity with different sectors of the urban tree value chain, particularly tree nursery functions.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and ability to function effectively under time constraints.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills that facilitate clear, confident interactions and knowledge exchange with technical and non-technical teams.</li><li>Experience implementing multiple on-going projects at the same time.</li></ul>(*A more comprehensive position outline is available upon request.)Why work for us…Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for their excellence in science and entrepreneurship. Our staff enjoys an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing.Vineland strives to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life.&nbsp; We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others.&nbsp; In accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.And there’s more…<ul><li>Flexible work arrangement</li><li>Competitive Salary</li><li>Comprehensive health benefits</li><li>RRSP Matching Plan</li><li>Paid vacation</li><li>Employee perks</li><li>Company Events</li></ul>If Selected:If you are selected to join Vineland, you will be required to present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).&nbsp; Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence.&nbsp; This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment.&nbsp; For further information, visit World Education Services at:&nbsp; <a href="http://www.wes.org/ca" target="_blank">http://www.wes.org/ca</a>.About Us…Vineland is located at&nbsp;4890 Victoria Avenue North*, Vineland Station, Ontario, Canada.(*Please note that this location is not accessible by public transportation.)Vineland is situated on treaty lands. These lands are steeped in the rich history of the First Nations including the Hatiwendaronk, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabe and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Many First Nations, Métis and Inuit people from across Turtle Island live and work in Niagara today. Vineland stands with all Indigenous people, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live. As treaty people, residents, and caretakers, we are committed to continuous learning and a deep respect for Indigenous people, culture and history.We look forward to hearing from you!&nbsp; Submit your application online and quote reference #JP-26-2025 to:Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.vinelandresearch.com" target="_blank">www.vinelandresearch.com</a>E-mail:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:careers@vinelandresearch.com" target="_blank">careers@vinelandresearch.com</a>We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.For more information on Vineland Research and Innovation Centrevisit us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.vinelandresearch.com" target="_blank">www.vinelandresearch.com</a>.

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