About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organization that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.
Role overview
VSO Rwanda is looking to recruit 50 Rwandan National Volunteers to work on a multi-year nationwide education programme, anticipated to start on October 2019. Open to graduates from education or other relevant fields of study and experience, successful candidates will receive a living allowance to meet your basic needs. This opportunity will empower you to drive your career forward.
The purpose of this role is to facilitate implementation in schools and communities of improved teaching, school leadership and community engagement in the Building Learning Foundation that will result into a significant increase in children’s foundational English and numeracy outcomes and reduction of drop-out
When selected you will work as part of a high-powered programme team with the aim of enabling young children to gain the skills they need to succeed in school and support Rwanda in reaching its ambitious education development goals. In making your contribution you will have the opportunity to develop important knowledge and skills which will be transferrable to any professional occupation. You will gain valuable experience in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and review processes whilst starting to master the vital relationship-building skills you need to succeed in your career.
Skills, qualifications, and experience required
Suitable candidates must have the following;
A Rwandan with a Bachelor’s degree in Education with Special Needs, English, Mathematics, Economics, Science or Statistics
Teaching, and School Leadership/ School Governance Experience
Teaching Experience at primary level
Training and/or coaching/mentoring experience preferably in education
Data collection/monitoring
IT skills and good knowledge of using Tablets, smartphones, and Computer during data collection
Experience working with NGOs.
A good level of spoken and written the English language
Good interpersonal skills
Self-starting and initiative-taking capability
A commitment to supporting educational improvement in Rwanda
A commitment to work on the programme for 2 years to maximize their learning about effective programme delivery and change-management
Make sure you are applying to work in the district of your home residence
Note: VSO is encouraging teachers in the teaching service not to leave their work because of this opportunity
Allowance
As a VSO 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.
Some background about VSO
Much has changed since VSO started 60 years ago. We’ve gone from being a UK charity to a truly global development organisation. In 2016/2017 alone, we worked with over 7,000 volunteers from all over the world and from all backgrounds to deliver services that had an impact on the lives of almost 2.6 million people in the 24 countries where we work. Our programmes focus on the areas of health, education and livelihoods, with an increasing emphasis on resilience building, social accountability, gender and social inclusion. We believe progress is only possible when we work together and that strong partnerships are crucial to delivering positive change. That’s why we work with over 500 partner organisations, from local and national governments, to businesses, NGOs, funders, charities and community groups. Currently, over 30% of our people are recruited from within the country in which they work, and we continue to grow the share of community and national volunteers involved in our programmes. We also send increasing numbers of volunteers from one developing country to another. However, our vision has remained the same; to build a world without poverty.
How to apply:
Once you’re ready to apply, click on the link below to complete the online form:
Application closing date:28 Sep 2019
Interview/Assessment date(s)
To be advised
Start date: 31 October 2019
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