VSO Volunteer : Food Security Advisor (Agronomist)
| Type of role | Agriculture and natural resources |
| Location | Various Countries |
| Application Closing Date | |
| Interview date | Soonest Possible |
| Start date | Soonest Possible |
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 programmes 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.
Overview
The Food Security Advisor is responsible for providing technical support to country teams in order to successfully design and implement high quality food security and livelihoods programs.
Skills, qualifications and experience
•A University level or equivalent degree
•Field experience relating to Food Security
•A demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and management of Food Security and Livelihood programmes in an international development context
•A proven experience of developing effective working relationships with a range of senior stakeholders e.g. government, donors, academics including successful influencing.
Competencies and Behaviour
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.
Allowance
As a VSO in-country 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.Accommodation
VSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.# Read the Full Offer on the link below:
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