TYPE OF ASSIGNMENT:
Volunteer Cooperant (VC/OS)
Unaccompanied assignment - This assignment does not include support for accompanying partners or dependants
PARTNER:
Council For Technical Education and Vocational Training
LOCATION:
NEPAL , Uttarpani and Lahan, with frequent visits to 8 other schools of CTEVT, Nepal
DURATION:
Flexible duration EXPECTED DEPARTURE DATE:
Departure date is contingent upon completion of administrative file and approval of visa. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and position will remain open until filled.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 30, 2017
OVERVIEW:
Uniterra is a leading Canadian international volunteer cooperation and development program, jointly implemented by the Centre for International Studies and Cooperation (CECI) and World University Service of Canada (WUSC). Uniterra contributes to improving the socio-economic conditions of poor and marginalized communities in 14 countries and with over 200 partners in Africa, Asia and the Americas through the exchange of expertise and knowledge of Canadian and international volunteers. Uniterra believes that economic growth, when inclusive, is the most powerful driver of poverty reduction. The purpose of the Uniterra program is to improve the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable populations by stimulating growth and facilitating access to the benefits of growing and diversified markets. To make this happen, we are working with our local partners to enhance the income of poor and marginalized women and youth through better access to employment and income generation opportunities. Uniterra country program staff work with our local partners to design Uniterra assignments in the context of the country strategy, supporting the inclusion of women and youth in key economic subsectors. For more information on the Uniterra program, our approach and countries of focus, please visit: Uniterra.ca. PARTNER DESCRIPTION: The Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) is the national autonomous body of the technical and vocational education and training sector in Nepal. CTEVT is responsible for policy formulation, quality control, preparation of competency-based curricula, development of occupational skill standards, skills testing and accreditation, applied research, and training needs assessment. CTEVT operates 22 constituent technical schools and regulates the operation of private sector training providers. CTEVT has launched a Quality Improvement Program in ten of its constituent schools to develop them as technical and vocational education and training schools. Uniterra is collaborating with CTEVT to support a Quality Improvement Program in the schools.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assess the schools' Quality Improvement Plan and five-year Strategic Plan in relation to standards for governance and management (finances, human resources and equipment);
- Develop and implement an Annual Operations Plan linked to the Strategic Plan and help conduct monthly reviews of the plan's implementation;
- Help foster and integrate gender equality and social inclusion in the schools;
- Support the establishment of the Quality Improvement Management Unit in the schools;
- Develop required tools for management and training of the staff, including the schools' Senior Officers and Instructors, in implementing governance and management plans;
- Document progress, issues and lessons learned and recommend follow-up actions for the schools' administration and CTEVT;
- Develop or review and upgrade the schools' revenue-generating strategy;
- Promote the accessibility and participation of women and men, especially young women and young men, in all program activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:- University degree in Education, Business, or related field;
- Five years of experience in governance and organizational management, preferably in Technical Education and Vocational Training centres or in community colleges;
- Willing to adapt to a 40-hour work week over 6 days.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS AND SUPPORT: - Support and guidance prior to departure and while on assignment in country.
- Participation in a pre-departure training where you will have the opportunity to learn about the program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and meet other volunteers. Travel, meals and accommodation are covered.
- In-country orientation and briefing upon arrival in-country.
- Language training in-country where required.
- Return flights, visas and work permits.
- Cost of required country specific vaccinations and antimalarials.
- Health insurance.
- Modest monthly living allowance while overseas.
- Accommodation while overseas.
- Vacation leave entitlement.
- Return debriefing in Canada after completion of assignment. Travel, meals and accommodation are covered.
- An incredible opportunity to enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: - Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada between the age of 18-70.
- Departure date is contingent upon the timely completion of all administrative requirements (e.g. visa processes, medical clearance, police checks, travel documentation).
- With the support of the program, all volunteers shall undertake to make a minimum financial contribution of $1,500 for participating in the program.
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