VSO is the world’s leading international development charity that works through volunteers to create a fair world for everyone. At VSO we pride ourselves on doing development differently. We fight poverty not by sending aid, but by working through volunteers and partners to create long-lasting change in some of the world’s poorest regions. We bring key stakeholders together to co-ordinate collective action, from local organisations to national governments. Our programms in Africa and Asia focus on health, education and livelihoods, with an increasing emphasis on resilience, peace building, social accountability, gender and social inclusion. We’re not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change that will improve the lives of generations to come.
| Type of role | Agriculture and natural resources |
| Location | Nepal |
| Salary | As per organization rule |
| Contract type | Consultant Agreement |
| Full Time | 37 hours per week |
| Application Closing Date | |
| Interview date | Soon as possible |
| Start date | Soon as possible |
Role overview
Establishment of 4 Climate Change Learning Centers in 4 selected wards (1 ward each in 4 municipalities) as a platform to strengthen knowledge and information on climate change and disaster risk reduction. Strengthened capacity of the youth through orientation and training on Climate and Disaster Resilience led by Youth Leaders. (Formation of youth groups and socialization).Preparation and Production of Learning Materials and IEC/BCC materials.
Skills, qualifications and experience
•At least Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, or any related field with at least 3 years of firsthand experience in mentioned areas of work.
•Previous knowledge and experience of establishing CCLCs.
•Good understanding and engagement in Disaster Risk Management and Climate Change, livelihood promotion, green growth and its related policies and procedures.
•Experience and capacity to engage with local governments.
•Experience of L/WDCRP preparation and conduction of VCAs.
•Experience of developing disaster information management systems.
Competencies and Behavior
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge
Equal Opportunities
VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
Eligibility: Nepali national only
VSO has zero tolerance of abuse and exploitation of vulnerable people. We expect all our employees/volunteers to ensure we are protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm and abide by our safeguarding policy.
VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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