Location: Parsa Sarlahi and Banke, Nepal

Role overview

The role is to support downstream partners including community volunteer and GBV champions in integrating and implementing inclusive governance accountability practices for effective access to justice and security to reduced GBV caused by harmful social norms practices.

Skills, qualifications and experience

Essential: 

• A Bachelor level University degree in relevant field, preferably in mass communication, gender studies 
• Proven experiences working in diverse multicultural team. 
• Communicate fluently in local language

Communication and Influencing Skills 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills - able to listen, analyse, present, consult, negotiate with confidence and obtain stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to translate ideas into practical action.
• Able to communicate complex issues effectively to wide range of audiences. 
• Experience of remote and cross-cultural communication, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences. 
• Excellent knowledge on using participatory tools and techniques

Desirable requirements: 

• Knowledge and experience in working both at grassroots level;
• Able to accommodate in diverse socio-economic, and multicultural context

Technical Expertise:

• Experience in conceptualizing and designing learning into communication materials would be an added advantage
• Information Technology Systems – Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and communication software 

Equal Opportunities

• VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
  

Allowance

• As a VSO volunteer you will work on an ad hoc basis, performing activities for VSO / your community during your free time. Expenses you incur while volunteering for VSO are reimbursed (be more specific if applicable).

Accommodation

• If you are not able to work from your own home, VSO will provide basic accommodation (including utilities).