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Position: Public Engagement Officer

Employer: Results Canada

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Deadline: August 10, 2020

Employment Type: Employment

Position Level: Entry Level

Closing Date: August 10, 2020

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Results Canada is a global movement of passionate everyday people committed to raising our voices for a world without extreme poverty. We leverage programs and improved policies that give people living in poverty the health, education and opportunity they need to thrive. Under the direction of the Public Engagement Coordinator, the Public Engagement Officer is responsible for supporting and engaging Results Canada's volunteers and supporting expansion efforts, including network coordination, communications, training, tools creation, tracking and recruitment. You are enthusiastic about supporting and expanding a network of citizen advocates across Canada who are committed to action and advocacy in pursuit of a world without poverty. You understand volunteers – what motivates them, why they act, and how to communicate with them. You are passionate about community organizing, and supporting people’s ability to make change happen. Visit our website to find out more about what you can be a part of! https://resultscanada.ca/join-us/

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Position: Partnership And Resource Mobilization Advisor

Employer: Cuso International

Location: Ethiopia

Deadline: October 1, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: October 1, 2020

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Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Start Date Oct – Nov 2020 Length of Placement 7-12 Months Language Requirements English Level 5 - Fluent Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only The Volunteer’s Role With an average of 2 million people entering the job market annually in Ethiopia, the Job Creation Commission is working to create 20 million jobs by 2030 to combat unemployment and underemployment. The Commission is looking for an exceptional leader, to serve as a Partnership and Resource Mobilization Advisor, with a strong ability to build trust/relationships and to operate in a dynamic and challenging environment. The candidate will have a unique opportunity to stimulate donor funding, private sector investment, strategic public budget allocation in Ethiopia, and to actively contribute to the economic development of Ethiopia. Apply to this position, and let's make a difference together! As a volunteer, you will: -Proactively mobilize resources from donors, private sector and philanthropies to support job creation. Lead the overall grants management of the JCC, developing concept notes and proposals. -Support team in managing strategic partnerships with development partners and private sector. Support in developing and updating a Labor Market Resource Mapping of donor contribution and private sector in Ethiopia. -Propose strategic and high-level policy reforms that aim to maximize private sector investment and resource mobilization. And coordinate with other public institutions, agencies, and state-owned enterprises to guide strategic investment to catalyze job creation. -Identify, develop, and implement innovative financing mechanisms to encourage investment and job creation. - Advise Partnership and Investment Director on -resource mobilization and optimization opportunities. Essential Academic Qualifications: Master’s in economics, development economics, international development, public policy, public administration, public financial management, financing or another relevant field of study Essential Professional Background: -Specific experience within Government, private sector or development institutions direly working on issues relating to investment, resource mobilization, development financing and job creation would be valuable. -Experience managing high-performing team 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 program and in-country orientation (more details below) - On the ground support through our Cuso International country program office - Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return - Travel and accommodation for the pre-departure training course, in-country orientation, and reintegration debriefing weekend - Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations) - Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months Fundraising We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work.

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Position: Student Ambassador of Justice – Virtual Trip

Employer: World Renew

Location: Virtual

Deadline: August 14, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Entry Level

Closing Date: August 14, 2020

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The World Renew Student Ambassador of Justice Virtual Trip is open to 18 young adults from across Canada who are committed to learning about and promoting justice and advocacy. This online opportunity will help the participant to understand the role of Justice in Global Relationship. Sessions will be held Monday-Wednesday, Friday-Saturday, and Monday-Tuesday. Each of the 7 days will consist of a 2-hour session focused on issues related to global justice, including Power and Privilege; Refugees and Justice; Justice and Global Consumption; Justice and Generosity; Biblical Justice; Justice and Action; and more.

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Position: Public Health Officer

Employer: Cuso International

Location: Ethiopia

Deadline: October 1, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: October 1, 2020

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Location Assosa, Ethiopia Start Date Oct – Nov 2020 Length of Placement 7-12 Months Language Requirements English Level 5 - Fluent Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only The Volunteer’s Role Your work can help the country’s poorest population have better access to health services in rural areas in Ethiopia. As a Public Health Officer, you will support the Benishangul-Gumuz Regional Health Bureau in their day to day work. This can include observing, recognizing, and suggesting changes to solve community health issues; developing plans that improve individual and community health initiatives; and working to notify, educate, and empower people regarding health problems. You will also work with colleagues and partners to maintain and strengthen the health and well-being of people. In this role, you will work closely with the Benishangul-Gumuz Regional Health Bureau, Country Program Office, and a team of volunteers. During this role, you will reside in Assosa, Benishangul- Gumuz in the western part of Ethiopia. Apply to this position to support the improvement of the health care facilities and support capacity building initiatives in rural communities in Ethiopia. As a volunteer, you will: -Develop and track program strategies for developmental changes -Facilitate community development plans in conjunction with volunteers and health workers in the districts -Assist the community in galvanizing support around development outputs -Integrate gender strategic outputs in all community activities Essential Academic Qualifications: -BSc Degree in Public Health -Graduate Degree in Management or in Health Care -Management or in Health Hospital Administration is preferred Essential Professional Background: -At least two years of experience working in Health -Experience in Project Management 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 program and in-country orientation (more details below) - On the ground support through our Cuso International country program office - Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return - Travel and accommodation for the pre-departure training course, in-country orientation, and reintegration debriefing weekend - Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations) - Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months Fundraising We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work.

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Position: Secretary - Board of Directors

Employer: Casa Pueblito

Location: 107A - 2238 Dundas St W, Toronto

Deadline: August 7, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: August 7, 2020

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Small progressive, social justice – solidarity International NGO, with an office in Toronto, is seeking interested individuals for a volunteer position of Secretary for our Board of Directors. This role is an executive position. Position of Secretary: Will be required to record and distribute minutes from monthly Board meetings Will attend the monthly Executive meetings To collaborate with the President to ensure all minutes are recorded, validated and maintained for annual Audit purposes. We are constantly working to make our projects, our partnerships, our hiring practices and our governance structures inclusive to all.

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