Closing date: 15 Feb 2016
About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.
Role overview
To develop and promote VSO policy and positioning around youth, and to ensure that VSO is learning from its own work in youth (including International Citizen Service) as well as learning from what is happening globally in the sector.
Skills, qualifications and experience required
Experience of direct work with youth in the South, including supporting research, planning and implementation of programmes at all levels. Understanding of current issues and trends in youth and development, demonstrating skills and knowledge at equivalent level to a post-graduate qualification.
Strong in analytical thinking and ability to plan strategically from an organisational perspective. Confident and articulate in systems thinking and working with theories of change.
This role can be based in Bangkok (Thailand), Pretoria (South Africa), Nairobi (Kenya) or Kingston (London), UK. Candidates need the right to work in one of these locations
How to apply:
How to apply
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description to read more details about the position and the skills and experience we’re looking for. To submit your application, click on ‘Apply now’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
http://vso.force.com/jobopportunities/Job_DetailsPage?jid=a0mD000000AllZa
Application closing date
15 Feb 2016
Interview/Assessment date(s)
As soon as possible
Start date
As soon as possible