Volunteer Cooperation Mandates

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Joining Oxfam-Québec

Volunteering for an Oxfam-Québec cooperation project is not just about using your talents. You’ll join a team dedicated to fighting inequality and ending poverty and injustice around the world.

The volunteer cooperation program draws on the skills and expertise of hundreds of volunteers from all cultural backgrounds and walks of life, including professionals, retired and semi-retired people, and youth.

Volunteers in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East join local organizations working with vulnerable populations to create lasting change in their communities.

Want to join our team? Apply directly for the position you are interested in from the list below.

As we need to fill these positions as quickly as possible, applications are reviewed as they come in, and interviews are held on an ongoing basis..

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Tunisia – HR Development Advisor

  • Tunisia - Sidi-Bouzid
  • 7 days ago
  • New

This is a 2-3-month mandate based in Tunisia, in Sibi-Bouzid.


The mandate is part of the Equality in Action Voluntary Cooperation Programme (PCV), which is being rolled out in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020-2028). The PCV aims to increase the involvement of local partners in the countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam's role is to support these organisations, working with the most vulnerable and marginalised people, to claim and exercise their rights. Oxfam puts the rights of women, girls and vulnerable and marginalised people at the heart of all its actions.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

Under the coordination of Oxfam Tunisia and in close collaboration with the ATAC team in Sidi Bouzid, your mandate will consist of:

  • Structuring and professionalising the HR system o

a- Reviewing and updating ATAC's HR documentation in line with best practices in the non-profit sector.

b- Structuring and developing the human resources management system in line with NGO standards and methodologies.

c- Developing practical tools and resources for day-to-day administrative and HR management (dashboards, procedures, templates, etc.).

  • Developing skills, leadership and organisational well-being

a- Designing and implementing a skills development and support/training programme for managers (recruitment, assessment, support, conflict management, etc.).

b- Integrating well-being and positive leadership into documentation, daily practices and team culture.


For this mandate, you must:

  • Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada;
  • Have a university degree in human resources, social sciences, organisational development, or any other relevant field;
  • Have at least 3 years of relevant professional experience related to the mandate, including andragogical training;
  • Possess a good understanding of the socio political context in Tunisia;
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Be fluent in spoken and written French (mandatory). Proficiency in Arabic or English is an asset.


What we offer:

  • A monthly allowance for your living expenses;
  • A monthly amount to cover housing costs;
  • A round trip airfare with two checked bags;
  • Comprehensive medical insurance;
  • A volunteer support program during your mandate and up to one month after your return to Canada;
  • Vacation days and other types of leave;
  • Access to various training opportunities (e learning, etc.);
  • A rewarding experience with a renowned and well recognized organization.


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that goes against its Code of Conduct, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud.

Oxfam is committed to recruiting individuals who demonstrate and embody these same values.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected will be contacted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The posting may close before the listed deadline. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in this mandate, please submit your application (CV and cover letter in the working language of the country: French) by clicking the button above.

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Tunisia – Organisational Development Advisor

  • Tunisia - Jendouba
  • 7 days ago
  • New

This is a 6-month mandate based in Tunisia, in Jendouba.


The mandate is part of the Equality in Action Voluntary Cooperation Programme (PCV), which is being rolled out in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020-2028). The PCV aims to increase the involvement of local partners in the countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam's role is to support these organisations, working with the most vulnerable and marginalised people, to claim and exercise their rights. Oxfam puts the rights of women, girls and vulnerable and marginalised people at the heart of all its actions.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

Under the coordination of Oxfam Tunisia and in close collaboration with the Rayhana Association team in Jendouba, your mandate will consist of:

  • Conducting a participatory analysis of existing organizational practices;
  • Establishing a continuous organizational learning process;
  • Facilitating the creation of regular dialogue spaces within the Rayhana team;
  • Strengthening the team’s project management capacities;
  • Carrying out risk analyses for ongoing projects.


For this mandate, you must:

  • Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada;
  • Have a university degree in social sciences, project management, organizational development, or any other relevant field;
  • Have at least 3 years of relevant professional experience related to the mandate;
  • Possess a good understanding of the socio political context in Tunisia;
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Be fluent in spoken and written French or Arabic (mandatory). Proficiency in English is an asset.


What we offer:

  • A monthly allowance for your living expenses;
  • A monthly amount to cover housing costs;
  • A round trip airfare with two checked bags;
  • Comprehensive medical insurance;
  • A volunteer support program during your mandate and up to one month after your return to Canada;
  • Vacation days and other types of leave;
  • Access to various training opportunities (e learning, etc.);
  • A rewarding experience with a renowned and well recognized organization.


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that goes against its Code of Conduct, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud.

Oxfam is committed to recruiting individuals who demonstrate and embody these same values.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected will be contacted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The posting may close before the listed deadline. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in this mandate, please submit your application (CV and cover letter) in the working language of the country - French by clicking the button above.

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Morocco / Tunisia – Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Accountability Advisor

  • Morrocco - Tunisia
  • 7 days ago
  • New

This is a 12-month mandate based in Morrocco or Tunisia, with travels to both countries.


The mandate is part of the Equality in Action Voluntary Cooperation Programme (PCV), which is being rolled out in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020-2028). The PCV aims to increase the involvement of local partners in the countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam's role is to support these organisations, working with the most vulnerable and marginalised people, to claim and exercise their rights. Oxfam puts the rights of women, girls and vulnerable and marginalised people at the heart of all its actions.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

In close collaboration with the Oxfam team in Morocco and in Tunisia, the advisor will be responsible for:

  • Conducting an in-depth assessment of the effectiveness of Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Accountability systems for Oxfam partners in Morocco and Tunisia and working with them to develop a capacity-building plan;
  • Develop and improve the Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Accountability systems of Moroccan and Tunisian partners, using Oxfam's common approach (Feminist MEAL);
  • Train Moroccan and Tunisian partners in the tools and methodologies of the MEAL system;
  • Support Moroccan and Tunisian partners in data collection and capitalisation around project results;
  • Support the project's monitoring, evaluation and learning activities;
  • Collect and provide information for programme monitoring and evaluation reports.


To be eligible for this mandate, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
  • Hold a university degree in programme evaluation, social sciences, project management, organisational development, or another relevant field;
  • Have at least 3 years of professional experience related to the mandate, including andragogical training;
  • Have a good knowledge of results-based management (RBM);
  • Be able to adapt to an uncertain and changing environment and have a good tolerance for uncertainty;
  • Be able to travel within the VCP's areas of operation in Tunisia and Morocco;
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office;
  • Be fluent in spoken and written French (mandatory). Fluency in Arabic and English would be an asset.


What we offer:

  • Monthly allowance for your living expenses;
  • Bonus of 20% of the living allowance for an accompanying child (maximum of 2 children);
  • $1,500 CAD per year/per child for schooling;
  • A monthly amount for rent;
  • Return airfare with 2 checked bags;
  • Return airfare for accompanying child(ren);
  • $200 CAD for additional baggage;
  • Comprehensive medical insurance for you and accompanying child(ren);
  • A support programme for volunteers during your assignment and up to two months after your return to Canada;
  • 20 days of holidays and other leave;
  • Access to various training courses (e-learning, etc.);
  • An enriching experience with a renowned and recognised organisation.


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that goes against its Code of Conduct, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud.

Oxfam is committed to recruiting individuals who demonstrate and embody these same values.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected will be contacted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The posting may close before the listed deadline. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in this mandate, please submit your application (CV and cover letter) in the working language of the country - French by clicking the button above.

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Bolivia – Social Innovation Advisor

  • Cochabamba - Bolivie
  • 4 days ago
  • New

-- La versión en español sigue --

This is a 6-12 month mandate in Cochabamba, Bolivia.


The mandate stems from the Equality in Action Voluntary Cooperation Program (PCV), which is being rolled out in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020-2028). The PCV aims to increase the involvement of local partner organizations in countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam's role is to support these organizations, working with the most vulnerable and marginalized people, to claim and exercise their rights. Oxfam puts the rights of women, girls and vulnerable and marginalized people at the heart of everything we do.


Here's what your daily life will look like:

In close collaboration with Oxfam's in Bolivia team members, your mandate will be to:

  • Design and validate an innovative “inclusive recycling” model that integrates environmental sustainability, economic viability, and social inclusion of women;
  • Establish collaborative processes to foster a shared understanding, build strategic partnerships, and mobilize resources (financial, material, and technical) with key stakeholders from the public and private sectors as well as social organizations;
  • Coordinate and supervise, in collaboration with the FUNDES team, the implementation of the social innovation pilot project, ensuring systematic documentation and knowledge transfer;
  • Document key results, significant learnings, and recommendations to ensure the project’s sustainable and effective future implementation


For this mandate you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status in Canada;
  • Have university degree in social and economic sciences, social innovation project management, development and innovation or other relevant field;
  • Be fluent in Spanish, spoken and written (required);
  • Have at least 3 years of experience related to the mandate;
  • Master the Office, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Facebook Business, Hootsuite, Canva.


What we offer:

  • Monthly allowance for living expenses;
  • Monthly amount for rent;
  • Round trip flight with 2 checked luggage;
  • Advantageous medical insurance;
  • A volunteer support program during your mandate and up to two months after your return to Canada;
  • Days of vacation and other holidays;
  • Access to various training courses (E-Learning, etc.);


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy against any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption and fraud.

To do this, Oxfam will ensure recruiting people who demonstrate and embody the same values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted. We accept applications on an ongoing basis. It is possible that this posting ends before the posted date. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in the mandate, please send your application (CV and cover letter in the working language of the country: Spanish) by clicking on the button below.


-- Versión en español --


Bolivia – Consejero.a en Innovación Social


Se trata de una misión de 6-12 meses en Cochabamba, Bolivia.

El mandato es parte del Programa de Cooperación Voluntaria (PCV) de Igualdad en Acción, que se ejecuta en 12 países y 3 regiones durante un período de ocho años (2020-2028). El PCV tiene como objetivo aumentar la participación de las socias locales en los países de intervención a través de iniciativas inclusivas, innovadoras y sostenibles que promoverán la igualdad de género. El papel de Oxfam consiste en apoyar a estas organizaciones, trabajando con las personas más vulnerables y marginalizadas, para que revindiquen y ejerzan sus derechos. Oxfam pone los derechos de las mujeres, las niñas y las personas vulnerables y marginalizadas en el centro de todo lo que hace.


Esto es lo que será su vida diaria:

En estrecha colaboración con los miembros del equipo de Oxfam en Bolivia, su mandato consistirá en:

  • Diseñar y validar un modelo innovador de "reciclaje inclusivo” que combine la sostenibilidad ambiental con la viabilidad económica y la inclusión social de las mujeres;
  • Establecer procesos colaborativos para fomentar la comprensión común, creación de alianzas estratégicas y movilizar recursos (financieros, materiales y técnicos) con actores clave del sector público, privado y organizaciones sociales;
  • Coordinar y supervisar, en colaboración con el equipo de FUNDES, la implementación del proyecto piloto de innovación social, asegurando la sistematización y transferencia de conocimientos;
  • Redactar los hallazgos principales, las enseñanzas obtenidas y las sugerencias para asegurar una implementación futura sostenible;


Para este mandato debe:

  • Ser ciudadano.a canadiense o tener la condición de residente permanente en Canadá;
  • Tener un título universitario en ciencias sociales y económicas, gestión de proyectos de innovación social, desarrollo e innovación o cualquier otro campo pertinente;;
  • Tener al menos 3 años de experiencia relacionada con el mandato;
  • Poseer el dominio del español hablado y escrito (obligatorio);
  • Poseer el dominio de Microsoft Office, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Facebook Business, Hootsuite, Canva.

Lo que ofrecemos:

  • Una asignación de subsistencia mensual para gastos de base;
  • Una asignación de vivienda mensual;
  • Billete de avión ida y vuelta con 2 maletas en bodega;
  • Seguro médico ventajoso ;
  • Un programa de apoyo durante su mandato y hasta dos meses después del fin de su mandato;
  • Días de vacaciones y otros días no laborables;
  • Acceso a diversos cursos de formación (E-Learning, etc.);
  • Una experiencia enriquecedora en una organización prestigiosa y reconocida.


Oxfam tiene una política de tolerancia cero contra los comportamientos que violan su código de conducta, incluido el acoso sexual, la explotación y los abusos sexuales, así como la falta de integridad, la corrupción y el fraude.

Para ello, Oxfam se asegurará de reclutar a personas que demuestren y encarnen los mismos valores.

Agradecemos a todas las personas candidatas por su interés, solo las seleccionadas serán contactadas. Aceptamos solicitudes de forma continua. Es posible que el anuncio finalice antes de la fecha indicada. Por favor, no espere hasta la fecha límite para aplicar. Si le interesa el mandato, envíe su solicitud (hoja de vida y carta de presentación) en el idioma del país - español - haciendo clic en el botón 'postuler'.

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Oxfam In Africa - Communication and learnig advisor

  • Dakar
  • 6 days ago
  • New

This is a 12-month assignment that can be based in Ghana, Senegal or Burkina Faso.

Through its mission, Oxfam is committed to promote the well-being of children, youth, women and men. Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption and fraud. To do so, Oxfam will ensure to recruit candidates who demonstrate the same values as the organization and expects that everyone already working in the organization shares and embody this commitment.

CONTEXT

Oxfam-Québec is implementing the Voluntary Cooperation Program (VPC) entitled “Equality in Action” working in close collaboration with Oxfam teams in the countries of intervention. This program will take place over a period of eight years (2020-2028) in about ten countries in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The VCP aims to increase the performance of local partner organizations in the countries of intervention through the implementation of inclusive, innovative, and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam’s role is to support civil society organizations (CSOs) working with the most vulnerable and marginalized people to claim and exercise their rights. The knowledge, capacity and expertise of the qualified volunteers will be leveraged through short and long-term assignments with local partner organizations.


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

In close collaboration with the OiA Accountable and Inclusive Governance team, the advisor will be responsible for:

  • Plan and deliver internal communications

- Develop and implement communications plans for the Civic Space Knowledge Hub in coordination with the core team on the key products: newsletter, web- communities, working group meetings, special learning sessions.

- Maintain an overall calendar of events.


  • Web-communities management

- Manage web communities and ensure regular content creation with input of the core team

- Design and produce creative, user-friendly communications in multiple formats (such as videos, infographics, presentations) for Oxfam staff and partners.


  • Maintain membership and outreach:

- Manage membership lists for recruitment and engagement, and coordinate visibility and promotion of the Knowledge Hub on internal platforms with accessible, multilingual content (e.g., Viva Engage and Compass pages).


  • Support the product development of learning processes and sessions:

- Support the production, editing, translation, organization, and dissemination of learning materials (including newsletters, case studies, toolkits, and briefing papers) ensuring they are well-structured, accessible, widely shared across the confederation, and adequately stored.

- Document calls, learning sessions, and meetings, ensuring agendas, invitations, notes, and key insights are prepared, organized, and shared promptly.


  • Specific support for the WAF Civic Space Working Group members and Oxfam in Africa regional platform Governance pillar:

- Strengthening membership and consolidating participation in WAF Civic Space Working Group:

- Foster interest, participation, and commitment among existing members through regular communications and support; and secure their active collaboration in activitiesà

- Assist in coordinating the WAF Civic Space Working Group, including invitations, agendas, facilitation, and note-taking.

- Maintain both formal and informal communication with members to identify needs, share updates, and strengthen engagement within the group.

- Identify relevant opportunities and develop activities/products to share the knowledge/knowledge products to support country offices’ governance work.

  • Event and campaign support:

- Contribute to and/or coordinate advocacy and influencing event hosting or campaigns on civic space and broader governance issues.

  • Share and embody Oxfam's commitment to a zero-tolerance policy for any behaviour that violates the code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, intimidation, lack of integrity, corruption and fraud;
  •  Participate in development efforts in Canada during and after the mandate by contributing to the dissemination of the program, projects, partners, etc. through testimonials, life stories, photos, quotes, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Canadian citizenship or permanent residency required
  • University-level degree, preferably in communication studies, political science, social sciences, development studies, gender studies, or related field
  • At least 3 years of relevant working experience in communication, digital community management, multi-stakeholder engagement, virtual groups, preferably in the non-profit sector and with a regional or global scope.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to translate complex information into informative, engaging, and visually appealing content.
  • Experience in learning processes and facilitating communities of practice
  • Strong interest in accountable governance, civic participation, democracy, human rights, and fundamental freedoms (including expression, association, and digital rights).
  • Ability to work respectfully across cultures, value diverse perspectives, and communicate in an inclusive manner.
  • Proficiency software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva and social media platforms use. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook y PowerPoint), Skype, MS-TEAMS y Zoom
  • Fluency in English and french (spoken and written);

CONDITIONS

  • Living and housing allowances
  • Medical and life insurance
  • Volunteer Support Program
  • Days off (20 days off/year for mandates of 12 months or more)
  • Airline ticket home at the end of the mandate
  • Access to various training courses

Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy against any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. To do this, Oxfam will ensure recruiting people who demonstrate and embody the same values.

HOW DO I APPLY?

If you are interested in the position, please send your application (CV and cover letter in mentioning your citizenship) by clicking on the button below. Oxfam-Québec is committed to the principle of employment equity. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected will be contacted.

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Oxfam In Africa: Accountable & Inclusive Governance Advisor

  • Dakar
  • 13 days ago

This is a 12-month assignment that can be based in Ghana, Senegal or Burkina Faso.

Through its mission, Oxfam is committed to promote the well-being of children, youth, women and men. Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption and fraud. To do so, Oxfam will ensure to recruit candidates who demonstrate the same values as the organization and expects that everyone already working in the organization shares and embody this commitment.

CONTEXT

Oxfam-Québec is implementing the Voluntary Cooperation Program (VPC) entitled “Equality in Action” working in close collaboration with Oxfam teams in the countries of intervention. This program will take place over a period of eight years (2020-2028) in about ten countries in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The VCP aims to increase the performance of local partner organizations in the countries of intervention through the implementation of inclusive, innovative, and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam’s role is to support civil society organizations (CSOs) working with the most vulnerable and marginalized people to claim and exercise their rights. The knowledge, capacity and expertise of the qualified volunteers will be leveraged through short and long-term assignments with local partner organizations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

In close collaboration with the OiA Accountable and Inclusive Governance team, the advisor will be responsible for:

  • Contribute to the conceptualization, design, implementation and coordination of the Accountable & Inclusive Governance Programme and initiatives.
  • Monitor regional and country level trends on fiscal justice, debt, civic space and governance systems and institutions, and contribute to effective ways to respond.
  • Ensures that agreed strategic objectives and operational plans relating to the Accountable & Inclusive Governance programme are implemented in a way that maximizes synergy and in line with Oxfam’s Strategic framework/vision
  • Provides technical guidance and support to the implementation of key projects by working in collaboration with countries especially in the Sahel as well as Oxfam partners on Accountable & Inclusive Governance.
  • Adopt a political economy analysis to Accountable Governance work.Promote meaningful youth participation in program design, monitoring, and advocacy activities through participatory approaches.
  • Supports the convening of key stakeholders to shape correct and impactful narratives which in turn achieve design influence on issues of Accountable Governance and inequality in the country.
  • Supports and strengthen coalitions and alliances on human rights, economic justice and inequality advocacy and campaigns targeting governments and institutions at relevant levels to enhance Oxfam’s work under the Accountable Governance Programme.
  • Work collaboratively with the Media and Communications and Programme Quality to develop, media briefs, press releases, and opinion pieces for external use and on the documentation of the programme, learning and case stories for programme visibility and fundraising.
  • Support countries and region in fundraising for Accountable & Inclusive Governance programme.
  • Coordinate/collate closely with the Civic Space Knowledge Hub and Civic Space team and OiA Digital Space team to support good governance especially in the Central Sahel.
  • Share and embody Oxfam's commitment to a zero-tolerance policy for any behaviour that violates the code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, intimidation, lack of integrity, corruption and fraud;
  • Participate in development efforts in Canada during and after the mandate by contributing to the dissemination of the program, projects, partners, etc. through testimonials, life stories, photos, quotes, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Canadian citizenship or permanent residency required
  • A minimum of bachelor’s degree in social sciences, political science, law, development studies gender studies, or related fields.
  • Experience in governance and public policy, advocacy and public mobilization, training delivery (governance, fiscal policy, peacebuilding, civic rights), as well as coordinating partners and supporting the design and implementation of multi-stakeholder development initiatives
  • Experience in facilitating learning reviews and generating learning for programme improvement
  • Experience in international development (is an asset).
  • Excellent report writing and analysis/review skills
  • Ability to work in multicultural environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and Box, MS-TEAMS and Zoom
  • Fluency in English and french (spoken and written);

CONDITIONS

  • Living and housing allowances
  • Medical and life insurance
  • Volunteer Support Program
  • Days off (20 days off/year for mandates of 12 months or more)
  • Airline ticket home at the end of the mandate
  • Access to various training courses

Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy against any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. To do this, Oxfam will ensure recruiting people who demonstrate and embody the same values.

HOW DO I APPLY?

If you are interested in the position, please send your application (CV and cover letter in mentioning your citizenship) by clicking on the button below. Oxfam-Québec is committed to the principle of employment equity. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected will be contacted.

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Bolivia – MEAL Advisor

  • La Paz - Bolivie
  • 41 days ago

-- La versión en español sigue --  

 

This is a 6-12 month mandate in La Paz, Bolivia.

 

The mandate is under the Equality in Action Volunteer Cooperation Program (VCP), which takes place in 12 countries and 3 regions over a eight-year period (2020-2028). The VCP aims to increase the involvement of local partners in countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative and sustainable initiatives that will advance gender equality. Oxfam's role is to support these organizations, working with the most vulnerable and marginalized people, to claim and exercise their rights. Oxfam places the rights of women, girls, and vulnerable and marginalized people at the heart of everything it does.

 

Here’s what your daily life will look like:

In close collaboration with local partner organization and Oxfam in Bolivia team members, your mandate will be to:


  • Strengthen the capacities of partner organizations in Bolivia to improve their monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability mechanisms by applying a feminist and intersectional approach, promoting inclusion, and highlighting inequalities;
  • Design and monitor transformative gender indicators, and support partner organizations in the development and tracking of qualitative indicators that reflect concrete progress in transforming attitudes, power relations, and individual empowerment;
  • Support partners in strengthening monitoring and tracking systems, ensuring they are strategic, political, intersectional, highly participatory, and learning-centered; 
  • Support Oxfam in Bolivia in improving their monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability mechanisms and tools by adopting a flexible feminist approach with cultural relevance.

 

For this mandate you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status in Canada;
  • Have university degree in program evaluation, administration, project management or other relevant field;
  • Have at least 3 years of experience related to the mandate;
  • Be fluent in Spanish, spoken and written (required);
  • Master the Office Suite.  

 

What we offer:

  • Monthly allowance for living expenses;
  • Monthly housing allowance;
  • Round trip flight with 2 checked luggage;
  • Advantageous medical insurance;
  • A volunteer support program during your mandate and up to two months after the end of your mandate;
  • Days of vacation and other holidays;
  • Access to various training courses (E-Learning, etc.);
  • A rewarding experience with a well-known and recognized organization.

 

Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy against any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption and fraud.

To do this, Oxfam will ensure recruiting people who demonstrate and embody the same values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted.We accept applications on an ongoing basis. It is possible that this posting ends before the posted date. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply.If you are interested in the mandate, please send your application (CV and cover letter) in the working language of the country – Spanish – by clicking on the button below. 

 

 

Bolivia – Consejero.a en SEAR

 

-- Version en español -- 

 

Se trata de un mandato de 6-12 meses en La Paz, Bolivia.

 

El mandato es parte del Programa de Cooperación Voluntaria (PCV) de Igualdad en Acción, que se ejecuta en 12 países y 3 regiones durante un período de ocho años (2020-2028).El PCV tiene como objetivo aumentar la participación de las socias locales en los países de intervención a través de iniciativas inclusivas, innovadoras y sostenibles que promoverán la igualdad de género. El papel de Oxfam consiste en apoyar a estas organizaciones, trabajando con las personas más vulnerables y marginalizadas, para que revindiquen y ejerzan sus derechos. Oxfam pone los derechos de las mujeres, las niñas y las personas vulnerables y marginalizadas en el centro de todo lo que hace. 

 

Esto es lo que será su vida diaria:  


En estrecha colaboración con los miembros de la organización socia local y del equipo de Oxfam en Bolivia, su mandato consistirá en:

  • Fortalecer capacidades de las organizaciones socias de Oxfam en Bolivia para mejorar sus mecanismos de seguimiento, evaluación, aprendizaje y rendición de cuentas aplicando un enfoque feminista e interseccional, promoviendo la inclusión y visibilizando desigualdades;
  • Diseñar y monitorear indicadores transformativos de género y apoyar a las organizaciones socias en la construcción y seguimiento de indicadores cualitativos, que reflejen avances concretos en la transformación de actitudes, relaciones de poder y empoderamiento de las personas;
  • Capacitar a copartes en el fortalecimiento de sistemas de monitoreo y seguimiento de manera que estos tengan un enfoque estratégico, político, interseccional, altamente participativo y centrado en el aprendizaje;
  • Apoyar a Oxfam en Bolivia en la mejora de sus mecanismos y herramientas de seguimiento, evaluación, aprendizaje y rendición de cuentas adoptando un enfoque feminista flexible y con pertinencia cultural.

 

Para este mandato usted debe:


  • Ser ciudadano.a canadiense o tener la condición de residente permanente en Canadá;
  • Tener un títuló universitario en evaluación de programas, administración, gestión de proyectos o cualquier otro campo pertinente;
  • Tener al menos 3 años de experiencia relacionada con el mandato;
  • Poseer el dominio del español, hablado y escrito (obligatorio);
  • Poseer el dominio de Microsoft Office.

 

Lo que ofrecemos:


  • Una asignación de subsistencia mensual para gastos de base;
  • Una asignación de vivienda mensual;
  • Billete de avión ida y vuelta con 2 maletas en bodega;
  • Seguro médico ventajoso;
  • Un programa de apoyo durante su mandato y hasta dos meses después del fin de su mandato;
  • Días de vacaciones y otros días no laborables;
  • Acceso a diversos cursos de formación (E-Learning, etc.);
  • Una experiencia enriquecedora en una organización prestigiosa y reconocida.

 

Oxfam tiene una política de tolerancia cero contra los comportamientos que violan su código de conducta, incluido el acoso sexual, la explotación y los abusos sexuales, así como la falta de integridad, la corrupción y el fraude.

Para ello, Oxfam se asegurará de reclutar a personas que demuestren y encarnen los mismos valores.

Agradecemos a todas las personas candidatas por su interés, solo las seleccionadas serán contactadas. Aceptamos solicitudes de forma continua. Es posible que el anuncio finalice antes de la fecha indicada. Por favor, no espere hasta la fecha límite para aplicar.Si le interesa el mandato, envíe su solicitud (hoja de vida y carta de presentación) en el idioma del país - español - haciendo clic en el botón de abajo.

 

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CANDIDATE POOL: International volunteer program

  • Montreal
  • 52 days ago

MESSAGE EN FRANÇAIS SUIVANT

Thank you for your interest in Oxfam-Québec's International Volunteer Programme .

This option allows you to submit a spontaneous application, i.e. an application that is not linked to a currently advertised position. Your profile will then be considered proactively when positions matching your experience, skills and aspirations become available.

We are looking for people working in the following fields:

- Communication

- Digital marketing

-Human resources and organisational development

- Financial administration and logistics

- Gender and social inclusion

- Environment

- Monitoring, evaluation and learning

- Advocacy and campaigning

- Fundraising

- Social entrepreneurship

To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

When submitting your candidacy, please specify your country(ies) of interest from the following list:

- Peru

- Bolivia

- El Salvador

- Honduras

- Morocco

- Tunisia

- Senegal

- Burkina Faso

- Ghana

However, submitting a spontaneous application does not guarantee immediate contact.

By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, storage and processing of your personal information by Oxfam-Québec for the sole purpose of assessing your eligibility for potential international volunteer assignments, in accordance with Act 25 on the protection of personal information.

Oxfam Québec will retain your information for a period of 12 months.

By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and understood this information and give your informed consent.

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Merci de l'intérêt que vous portez au Programme international de volontariat d'Oxfam-Québec.

Cette option vous permet de soumettre une candidature spontanée, c’est-à-dire une candidature qui n’est pas liée à un poste actuellement affiché. Votre profil pourra ainsi être considéré de façon proactive lorsque des mandats correspondant à votre expérience, vos compétences et vos aspirations seront ouverts.

Nous recherchons des personnes évoluant dans les domaines suivants:

- Communication

- Marketing numérique

- Ressources humaines et développement organisationnel

- Administration financière et logistique

- Genre et inclusion sociale

- Environnement

- Suivi-évaluation-apprentissage

- Plaidoyer et campagne

- Recherche de financement

- Entreprenariat social

Pour être admissible, vous devez avoir 18 ans et plus et détenir la citoyenneté canadienne ou le statut de résident permanent au Canada.

Lors du dépôt de votre candidature, veuillez préciser votre ou vos pays d'intérêt dans la liste ci-suivante:

- Pérou

- Bolivie

- El Savador

- Honduras

- Maroc

- Tunisie

- Sénégal

- Burkina Faso

- Ghana

Le dépôt d’une candidature spontanée ne garantit toutefois pas une prise de contact immédiate.

En soumettant votre candidature, vous consentez à la collecte, à l’utilisation, à la conservation et au traitement de vos renseignements personnels par Oxfam-Québec, dans le seul but d’évaluer votre admissibilité pour d’éventuels mandats en coopération internationale, conformément à la Loi 25 sur la protection des renseignements personnels.

Oxfam Québec conservera vos informations pour une durée de 12 mois.

En soumettant votre candidature, vous confirmez avoir lu et compris cette information et donnez votre consentement éclairé.

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MOROCCO – Gender Justice Advisor

  • Meknes - Morocco
  • 76 days ago

This is a 6-month mandate based in Meknès, Morocco.


The mandate is part of the Volunteer Cooperation Program (VCP) Equality in Action, which is being implemented in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020–2028). The VCP aims to increase the involvement of local partners in the countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative, and sustainable initiatives that advance gender equality. Oxfam’s role is to support these organizations, which work with the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, in claiming and exercising their rights. Oxfam places the rights of women, girls, and vulnerable and marginalized people at the heart of all its actions.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

In close collaboration with the Oxfam team in Morocco and the partner organization Dar Al Mahgreb, the advisor will be responsible for:

  • Contribute to the development of Dar Al Maghreb's gender strategy;
  • Support Dar Al Maghreb in drafting its gender policy;
  • Support Dar Al Maghreb in developing its action plan for gender justice;
  • Strengthen the capacity of the organisation's members to take ownership of the various tools developed (gender strategy, gender policy, etc.);


To be eligible for this mandate, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
  • Hold a university degree in gender and feminist studies, international development or any other relevant field;
  • Have two years of experience in a similar role, in advocacy and gender justice, or any other relevant field;
  • Be fluent in spoken and written French; Arabic would be an asset;
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook tools such as Teams.


What we offer:

  • Monthly allowance for your living expenses;
  • A monthly amount for rent;
  • Return flight ticket with 2 pieces of checked baggage;
  • Medical insurance 
  • A volunteer support programme during your assignment and for up to one month after your return to Canada;
  • Days of vacation and other leave;
  • Access to various training courses (e-learning, etc.).
  • An enriching experience with a renowned and recognized organization.


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that goes against its Code of Conduct, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. Oxfam is committed to recruiting individuals who demonstrate and embody these same values.


We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected will be contacted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The posting may close before the listed deadline. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in this mandate, please submit your application (CV and cover letter in the working language of the country: French) by clicking the button above.

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MOROCCO – Website Creation and Digital Content Management Support Advisor

  • Fes - Morocco
  • 76 days ago

This is a 12-month mandate based in Fès, Morocco.


The mandate is part of the Volunteer Cooperation Program (VCP) Equality in Action, which is being implemented in 12 countries and 3 regions over an eight-year period (2020–2028). The VCP aims to increase the involvement of local partners in the countries of intervention in inclusive, innovative, and sustainable initiatives that advance gender equality. Oxfam’s role is to support these organizations, which work with the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, in claiming and exercising their rights. Oxfam places the rights of women, girls, and vulnerable and marginalized people at the heart of all its actions.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

In close collaboration with the Oxfam team in Morocco and the partner organization Alilm Nour, the advisor will be responsible for:

  • Training the Ilm Nour association team to update the association's website (news, photos, publications, recommendations, etc.).
  • Supporting the online publication of the association's various projects (recommendation tables, reports, visuals).
  • Structuring content to improve the accessibility and attractiveness of the website.
  • Co-creating a short user guide or simple tutorials for regular use.
  • Training the team to design and develop a website (architecture, design, features, hosting, security).


To be eligible for this mandate, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
  • Hold a university degree in computer science.
  • Have at least 2 years of professional experience in website development and online content management.
  • Proficiency in web content management tools (Content Management System (CMS), particularly WordPress or equivalent.
  • Experience in training or educational support, particularly with non-technical audiences.
  • Good knowledge of digital communication and visual content structuring.
  • Ability to explain and document technical processes in a clear manner.
  • Collaborative spirit, autonomy and rigour.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written French.


What we offer:

  • Monthly allowance for your living expenses;
  • 20% bonus on the living allowance for an accompanying child (maximum of 2 children).
  • CAD 1,500 per year/per child for schooling.
  • A monthly amount for rent;
  • Return flight ticket with 2 pieces of checked baggage;
  • Return airfare for accompanying child(ren).
  • CAD 200 for additional baggage;
  • Advantageous medical insurance for you and accompanying child(ren).
  • A volunteer support programme during your assignment and for up to two months after your return to Canada;
  • 20 days of vacation and other leave;
  • Access to various training courses (e-learning, etc.).
  • An enriching experience with a renowned and recognized organization.


Oxfam has a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that goes against its Code of Conduct, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. Oxfam is committed to recruiting individuals who demonstrate and embody these same values.


We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected will be contacted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The posting may close before the listed deadline. Please do not wait until the deadline to apply. If you are interested in this mandate, please submit your application (CV and cover letter in the working language of the country: French) by clicking the button above.

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