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Position: Community And Public Relations Advisor

Employer: Cuso International

Location: Bale/Robe, Ethiopia

Deadline: November 15, 2018

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: November 15, 2018
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Start Date Sep-Nov 2018 (flexible) Length of Placement 12 Months Language Requirements English Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents only The Volunteer’s Role The objective of this placement is to develop publicity strategies to efficiently use public relations in order to meet organizational objectives; to provide support to build strong relations with the community and service users and; to train staff effectively work with service users and community based on need assessments. As a volunteer, you will: -Participate in developing a customer service standards and protocols -Collect and analyze data to monitor the level of customer service -Advise the university regarding Communication and Public Relation Materials -Coaching/Mentoring and conduct training need assessment and capacity building sessions to staff/management -Creating linkage and partnership with other higher educational institutions, NGO, other organizations Essential Academic Qualifications: M.A in Public Relations and Communications or in International Development or in Community Development or in International relations or Journalism or related field Essential Professional Background: -At least 2 years’ experience in public relations or related field - Strengthening Public Relation office of the university/college, ability to communicate effectively Support Package - Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country) - Accommodation while in placement - Return airfare and visa/work permit costs - Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance - Pre-departure training and in-country orientation - Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend - Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer - Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return - Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs). - Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation
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Position: Public Engagement Programs Lead Volunteer

Employer: Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC)

Location: Toronto, ON

Deadline: October 23, 2018

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Entry Level

Closing Date: October 23, 2018
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Reporting to the Executive Director and the Public Engagement (PE) Coordinator, PE Programs Lead Volunteers will work with OCIC staff, members, and other stakeholders in the coordination of OCIC’s International Development Week activities, significantly held on February 3-9, 2019, as well as other select PE initiatives in the Winter of 2018 and Spring of 2019. OCIC is looking for two dedicated lead volunteers to assist in furthering OCIC’s PE program. Ideal candidates will have experience facilitating, curating or supporting PE activities – particularly with youth audiences, experience or capacity to support projects with diverse stakeholders, creative ideas, enthusiasm, skillful communications and writing abilities, and knowledge of/demonstrated interest in international cooperation issues. As key contributors to a small and dynamic team, OCIC PE Programs Lead Volunteers must be able to work independently on a variety of tasks, and to motivate others to participate. Scope of work: • Assisting in facilitating broad-based participation of members in OCIC IDW activities across Ontario • Helping to develop a broad-reaching circulation plan for OCIC’s photojournalism initiative • Providing logistical and outreach support to maximize reach of virtual and physical exhibits across Ontario • Helping to plan, organize and implement a variety of public events during IDW, including a youth engagement program, photo exhibit and launch events, workshops, and other activities • Assisting with media relations, including engaging with media outlets, relevant organizations, community newspapers and other channels across Ontario • Researching sponsorship opportunities and potential funding partners • Ensuring gender equality and anti-oppression themes and results are integrated into activities as outlined in our funding agreements and organizational policies • Helping to document and report on good practices and lessons learned • Supporting the preparation of qualitative, quantitative and financial reporting items, as necessary • Committing to 5-10 hours/week
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Position: Graphic Designer - iAM Multimedia eMagazine

Employer: Ontario Council for International Cooperation

Location: Toronto or Ottawa, ON (flexible)

Deadline: October 19, 2018

Employment Type: Employment

Position Level: Entry Level

Closing Date: October 19, 2018
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iAM is a multimedia eMagazine published by OCIC that promotes an increased awareness and understanding of global issues. iAM encourages critical thinking and presents new perspectives from a variety of actors through visual art, music, written articles, photo essays, videos and more. iAM examines how theory and action intersect, looks at how to put reflection into practice, and unites marginalized voices from around the world in the name of global social justice, human dignity and participation for all. iAM Volume 10 will focus on unpacking the concept of “intersectionality” - i.e. the ways that different identities like race, religion, sexuality and class can overlap, sometimes causing people to experience multiple, connected forms of oppression and/or privilege. This volume of iAM will serve as a platform for artists, activists, researchers, and others to share how intersectionality informs their approach to development and/or social justice initiatives. The Graphic Designer is responsible for: Advising the iAM editorial board on visual/design of the magazine Creating, with input from Editorial Board, the overall visual layout of the magazine Ensuring that all magazine copy is properly integrated into the layout Ensuring continuity of the magazine, as well as direct continuity between the promotional material and the magazine design itself
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