Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 15 Sep 2017
Role overview
To develop linkages of VSO Pakistan with networks and organizations in UK working on diaspora for engaging diaspora volunteers especially young diaspora volunteers.
To conduct a study/analysis of perception of diaspora communities about volunteering in Pakistan also engaging Pakistani communities and CSOs for developing engagement strategy for VSO Pakistan.
Skills, qualifications and experience
UK Diaspora with experience of working in Pakistan, ideally with a Pakistan Origin Card so you don’t require a visa to enter and work in Pakistan.
Bachelors or Master’s degree in social science,or any related discipline.
Strong connections with British- Pakistani diaspora communities and networks/organizations working with diaspora communities
Direct and substantial experience of working cross-culturally and able to communicate to a
range of audiences and promote sharing and learning between cultures
Knowledge of issues which are common to communities in Pakistan , Experience of promoting learning about social issues
Sufficient experience of working with volunteers to understand the key factors which make volunteer placements viable, effective and rewarding.
Allowance and accommodation
All volunteers have an allowance paid in local currency. The allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home.
VSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.
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