FUNDING ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Fluent English & Spanish level 2-3 (to self-assess your level of English or Spanish)
http://www.cusointernational.org/sites/default/files/language_en_tcm77-20632.pdf
or Fluent French & Spanish level 3-4 ((to self-assess your level of French)
http://www.cusointernational.org/sites/default/language_fr_tcm84-22444.pdf
ABOUT CUSO INTERNATIONAL
Cuso International is a non-profit development agency that works through volunteers. Each year, we send hundreds of global citizens to work on collaborative development projects in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. We are one of North America’s leading international development organizations that works through volunteers.
ABOUT THE PARTNER
Agua Sustainable is a non-profit NGO whose aim is to contribute to the sustainable management of water and of the environment at a local, national and international level, through promoting civic participation and developing knowledge and policies as well as institutional and legal standards. The institution’s actions are oriented toward research, advocacy, training and technical management.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
The current project, “Adaptation to Climate Change in Andean Bolivian Communities that depend on Tropical Glaciers” is implemented in the areas of Sajama (Sajama National Park, the municipalities of Curahuara of Carangas and Turko, Department of Oruro) and Illimani (Municipality of Palca, Department of La Paz). The project seeks to implement a participatory strategy for the adaptation to the effects of climate change, specifically on the retraction of the tropical Bolivian glaciers previously mentioned and their impact on the local municipalities. The aim is to promote sustainable production systems, portable water systems and environmental sustainability through the generation of knowledge, the design and implementation of specific adaptation projects, and the development of public policies at a local and national level.
THE VOLUNTEER’S ROLE
The following priorities have been set for this placement:
In the framework of the project, Agua Sustainable seeks a specialist in Hydrology and Management Models, to support and validate these studies: “Historic and Future Water Supply in Sajama National Park” and “Water Management Model in the Sajama NP”.
• Assisting in the identification of the area of study as well as boundary conditions for both studies;
• Supporting the study of historic and future water supply in the Sajama NP through field visits to the area of Sajama;
• Assisting in the development of the Water Management Model in the area of study identified and implemented using the MIKE BASIN software (multi-purpose GIS-based river basin simulation package)
• Participating in the development, identification and implementation of future scenarios for climate change, water use and adaptation in the Water Management Model of the Sajama NP;
• Contributing to the Water Management Model Final Report of the Sajama study area.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:
• University degree in Hydrology or relevant field (Post Graduate or specialty)
• Professional with knowledge of project implementation for the protection of natural resources, watershed management and/or climate change
• Experience in the development of hydrologic models and water management
• Proven ability to work in rural environments and to collect data in the field
• Strong analytical skills
Desirable:
• Spanish language skills
• Knowledge of MIKE BASIN or other management modeling software
TRAINING AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Our training and support package covers the costs of being an overseas volunteer, allowing you to enjoy a modest but healthy lifestyle while you volunteer abroad. This includes:
• Attendance at a Cuso International assessment day (candidates are expected to cover the first $150 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and accommodation costs).
• Travel and accommodation costs associated with five day pre-departure training course held in Ottawa.
• Return airfare and visa/permit (this includes a return flight in the case of a family emergency).
• Coverage for required vaccinations, medications and health insurance.
• Accommodation while overseas.
• A modest living allowance, which varies depending on the country where you are placed.
• Quarterly payments to support you in your placement
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please apply online quoting referral code BOL0007/00001/0001 and the name of the placement.
