Job description
Role OverviewYou will contribute to the future proofing of the youth employment, entrepreneurship and enterprise development programming in the countries that VSO is working by advising VSO on the future focus and the area of Role of Technology in Employment. Your input will ensure that VSO is delivering relevant interventions in this changing, more digitalized world.Skills, Qualifications And ExperienceYou have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human resources, business management or social science is required;Experience
Several years of experience in creating and maintaining linkages between people, companies and organisations, most likely in a consultant or job placement service role using IT ;
Proven ability of communicating at various levels within and between organisations depending on audience and content of the message;
Experience with linking future trends to current interventions
Research/advisory assignments
DesirableExperienced in advising and ability to work in a multinational, multicultural environment, preferably in a development setting.Competencies and BehaviourWhether 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 CompetenciesAt VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together.
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 OpportunitiesVSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.AllowanceAs a VSO volunteer, you will be sharing your skills with local communities on a full time basis. VSO will cover your travel, vaccinations, accommodation, and medical insurance costs, along with a local living allowance which will be paid in local currency. This allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home. You will also receive some financial support to contribute to your on-going expenses at home.AccommodationVSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.
