Closing
date: 21 Aug 2015
date: 21 Aug 2015
About
VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation
that works through volunteers to fig
VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation
that works through volunteers to fig
ht 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 is planning to implement the Unlocking talent project which aims at
increasing core competencies in reading, mathematics and English for Standard 1
and Standard 2 primary school learners, using technology (Ipads). Part of the project
requirements is to construct learning centres where the learners can have space
to use the ipads. This post will help to advise and supervise schools and
building contractors on building of learning centres which will be used by 25
to 30 primary school learners at a time. The post holder will also be required
to develop technical/architectural drawings, bills of quantities and advise on
different cost effective building models.
overview
VSO is planning to implement the Unlocking talent project which aims at
increasing core competencies in reading, mathematics and English for Standard 1
and Standard 2 primary school learners, using technology (Ipads). Part of the project
requirements is to construct learning centres where the learners can have space
to use the ipads. This post will help to advise and supervise schools and
building contractors on building of learning centres which will be used by 25
to 30 primary school learners at a time. The post holder will also be required
to develop technical/architectural drawings, bills of quantities and advise on
different cost effective building models.
Skills,
qualifications and experience required
Minimum of a BSc in Civil Engineering with experience in drawing architectural
plans, making bills of quantities and overseeing construction works. the post
holder will also be expected to have experience in using friendly building
methods.
qualifications and experience required
Minimum of a BSc in Civil Engineering with experience in drawing architectural
plans, making bills of quantities and overseeing construction works. the post
holder will also be expected to have experience in using friendly building
methods.
The
successful applicant will be required to take up the post as soon as
possible.They will also be required to provide their own laptop. Please note
that the whole project is for 36 months but the volunteer commitment is 24
months
successful applicant will be required to take up the post as soon as
possible.They will also be required to provide their own laptop. Please note
that the whole project is for 36 months but the volunteer commitment is 24
months
If
you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job
description to read more details about the position and the skills and
experience we’re looking for. To submit your application, click on ‘Apply now’
and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job
description to read more details about the position and the skills and
experience we’re looking for. To submit your application, click on ‘Apply now’
and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
We’ll
ask you to commit to 24 months to make a sustainable impact through your work.
In return, we’ll give you comprehensive financial, personal and professional
support. We’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and
our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights,
accommodation, insurance and more. VSO in-country team and the network of other
VSO volunteers will also support you throughout your placement. When you return
to your home country, we’ll help you to resettle and many of our returned
volunteers stay involved with us long after their placement ends.
ask you to commit to 24 months to make a sustainable impact through your work.
In return, we’ll give you comprehensive financial, personal and professional
support. We’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and
our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights,
accommodation, insurance and more. VSO in-country team and the network of other
VSO volunteers will also support you throughout your placement. When you return
to your home country, we’ll help you to resettle and many of our returned
volunteers stay involved with us long after their placement ends.
Volunteering
with VSO is life changing. You can find out more about volunteering with VSO
at: http://bit.ly/1H0wQD9.
with VSO is life changing. You can find out more about volunteering with VSO
at: http://bit.ly/1H0wQD9.
Please
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