Innovation and Entrepreneurship Advisor (Volunteer Opportunity for Canadians)

6 أغسطس، 2023

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Assignment Type: Canadian International Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements: Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only

Partner: Partners For Good

Country: Jordan

Duration: 4 to 12 months (flexible)

Time Commitment: Full Time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about Innovation and Entrepreneurship? Do you have organizational skills to share?

As the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Advisor with Partners for Good (PFG), you will support the partner organization by analyzing market trends and identifying opportunities to improve operations.

Apply today to have an impact on inclusion, equality, and empowerment in Jordan!

Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate and prepare the necessary materials and presentations for the i2Z platform
Collaborate with the project team to complete tasks related to the international affairs section
Support day-to-day operations
Conduct research and analysis of international markets and trends
Provide administrative assistance to the International Affairs Coordinator by scheduling meetings, creating agendas, and taking minutes
Complete assigned tasks on schedule and while keeping the International Affairs Coordinator informed of progress
Participate in pre-assignment training
Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have one virtual check-in with the Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment.
Set up a personalized volunteer fundraising page on the WUSC fundraising platform and share it in your networks. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training and support to achieve the fundraising goal.
Ensure that a gender equality lens is consistently applied in the execution of all activities.
Support partners to empower young women and promote a culture of gender sensitive representation in all activities and program benefits.
Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise
Degree and/or training in a relevant fields with experience in innovation and entrepreneurship
Proficiency in computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Drive/Docs/Gmail, etc.)
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail
Strong writing skills with excellent spelling and grammar
Positive attitude and willingness to share knowledge
A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering
Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset
Experience living and working internationally considered an asset
Written and oral fluency in English. Proficiency in Arabic is an asset (not required)

Project Description

Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women's organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.

Partner Description

Partners for Good (PfG) is a Jordanian non-profit organization seeking sustainable and inclusive ways to implement the heritage and methodologies that have been accumulated through successful programmatic interventions over the past 20 years in Jordan. PfG carried out interventions and technical assistance programs throughout Jordan in Economic Development, Community Engagement, Enterprise support, Micro Financing, Women Empowerment, child protection, youth empowerment, good governance, and workforce development. Through diverse and strategic local, regional and international partnerships, Partners for Good works on carrying out different projects throughout Jordan, including Strategic Projects funded from its own resources and donor-funded projects.

**Eligibility Requirements for this assignment

Canadian International Volunteer Assignment: Due to funder requirements, Canadian International Volunteers must be either Canadian citizens or permanent residents in order to be eligible to volunteer for this assignment. Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are residing outside of Canada and/or who do not have a Canadian permanent address are eligible to apply.

Support Package

Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers
In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment
Language training in country of assignment, where required
Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance
Airfare to and from the assignment country
Visa/work permit
Pre-departure medical exam
Health insurance
Vaccinations and antimalarial medication
COVID-19 PCR testing
Criminal record verification
Vacation leave entitlement
Debriefing after completion of assignment
An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!