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ICS programme supervisors In Nigeria – Osun State (Imo)

Nigeria – Osun State (Imo)

Volunteers will be working alongside a local partner by the name of Hope Worldwide who have a history of using both volunteers and staff to provide community based service to the poor and needy. The supervisor will need to have strong youth work skills, be able to coach volunteers in the areas of community development and have a good understanding of volunteering and budgeting with limited resources. The group will be contributing to VSO Nigeria’s goals surrounding secure livelihoods.

Essential requirements:

· Working with Young People
Proven experience of working with and providing support to 18-25 year olds from a wide range of backgrounds with proven ability to facilitate learning in a non-formal environment

· Cross-Cultural Working
Direct and substantial experience of working cross-culturally and able to communicate to a range of audiences and promote sharing and learning between cultures

International Development: Knowledge of issues which are common to communities in developing countries, possibly achieved through working or living in a developing country. Experience of promoting learning about development issues.

· Communication

Possession of strong verbal communication to work effectively and inclusively with an overseas colleague. Strong written communication skills needed for writing reports.

· Supervision

Significant experience of working in a supervisory role. Proven ability to promote self-awareness, learning and development among individuals.

· Planning and Organising

Able to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the planning process.

Desirable requirements;

  • Budgeting:Experienceof managing budgets and undertaking accounting procedures

  • Volunteering:Sufficient experience of working with volunteers to understand the key factors which make volunteer placements viable, effective and rewarding.

Does this sound like you?...............

Please submit an application form stating why you are suitable for the role according to the above criteria to recruitment@vsoint.org.uk. No more than 2 A4 sides.


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