CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: ActionAid
Country: South Africa, World
Closing date: 31 Dec 2013

Location: All Least Developed Countries within ActionAid International's federation

We are looking for skilled and dedicated people, who would like to spend 3 to 9 months working in collaboration with one of ActionAid’s many partner organisations in Africa, Asia, Central America and the Middle East.

Inspirators are experienced development practitioners who are posted cross-nationally to work within a specific subject field relevant to the work of ActionAid. Inspirators are placed to support and build the capacity of local partners and ActionAid staff. The area of support ranges from HR & finance to budget tracking and community mobilization, and we therefore welcome all relevant and interested candidates to register as Inspirators.At the moment, we are particularly seeking candidates with experience working within the following areas:

• Monitoring and evaluation
• Accountability
• Advocacy and lobbying
• Campaigning
• Tax justice
• The human rights based approach

Why become an Inspirator?

Inspirator placements offer an excellent opportunity to learn and share experiences across national borders and cultures with likeminded organisations. It is a chance to gain international work experience, and perhaps even more importantly, the opportunity to grow as a human being.

Required qualifications:

At least 5 years of paid or voluntary work experience
At least 3 years of paid or voluntary work experience within a specific subject area
Paid or voluntary work experience from developing countries
Voluntary work experience required
Strong sense of solidarity and volunteerism
Facilitation and motivational skills
Personal drive and motivation to become an Inspirator

Who can become an Inspirator?

The Inspirator Roster is open to applicants from all countries in which ActionAid International is present.
Additionally, nationals from the following countries are eligible to register:
Angola, Argentina, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Honduras, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, Nicaragua, and the Occupied Territories of Palestine.

Terms and conditions

Inspirators are volunteer placements. As an Inspirator, you would have your travel and accommodation expenses covered. You would also receive a modest living allowance to cover your costs of living while abroad. This amount will vary from country to country. You will also receive 350€ monthly to cover some of the expenses you might have in your home country while abroad. Please, be aware that all allowances and subsidies are subject to local tax.

For more information

Please visit our website http://www.actionaid.dk/sw141416.asp for more information about Inspirators, including videos showcasing examples of Inspirator work and overall requirements and information about which countries we accept Inspirators from.

How to apply:

All Inspirators are selected from a database called the Inspirator roster, so the first step to become an Inspirator is to register in the Inspirator Roster. Interested candidates can apply online at: http://ims.actionaid.dk Please notice that a successful registration in the Inspirator Roster is not a guarantee of a position!