Brief Description:

DURATION: 6 months

TYPE OF ASSIGNMENT: Volunteer Cooperant (VC/OS)
Unaccompanied assignment - This assignment does not include support for accompanying partners or dependants

LOCATION: NEPAL, Dhangadhi

EXPECTED DEPARTURE DATE: Departure date is contingent upon completion of administrative file and approval of visa. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and position will remain open until filled.

OVERVIEW:
Uniterra is a leading Canadian international volunteer cooperation and development program, jointly implemented by the Centre for International Studies and Cooperation (CECI) and World University Service of Canada (WUSC).

Uniterra contributes to improving the socio-economic conditions of poor and marginalized communities in 14 countries and with over 200 partners in Africa, Asia and the Americas through the exchange of expertise and knowledge of Canadian and international volunteers. Uniterra believes that economic growth, when inclusive, is the most powerful driver of poverty reduction. The purpose of the Uniterra program is to improve the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable populations by stimulating growth and facilitating access to the benefits of growing and diversified markets. To make this happen, we are working with our local partners to enhance the income of poor and marginalized women and youth through better access to employment and income generation opportunities. Uniterra country program staff work with our local partners to design Uniterra assignments in the context of the country strategy, supporting the inclusion of women and youth in key economic subsectors.

For more information on the Uniterra program, our approach and countries of focus, please visit: Uniterra.ca.

PARTNER DESCRIPTION:
Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City is located in Kailali district of Province number 7, Nepal. It was established as Dhangadhi Municipality and promoted to Dhangadhi Sub- Metropolitan City. Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City is divided into 19 wards. It is surrounded by Kailari Rural Municipality in the east, Mohana River in the west, Godawari and Gauriganga Municipality in the north and lndia in the south.

It is the local government that is responsible for overall development and formulating plan and policies in Sub-Metropolitan City. Dhangadi Sub-Metropolitan city is planning to upgrade its services by using an ICT system.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- ln collaboration with the local staff and board members, prepare a detailed ICT plan for the Sub-Metropolitan City;
- Provide guidance and recommendations in the design of an intranet plan;
- Provide recommendations regarding design or operation of systems or programs within organizational units;
- Identify and recommend solution to problems in systems design or implementation;
- Ensure participation of women and youth in all the activities; and
- Prepare reports required by Uniterra and the partner organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree in information systems, information management or computer engineering
- Demonstred knowledge of information and communication technology
- Familiarity with telecommunications hardware and software and IP routing
- Familiarity with Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is preferred
- Overseas work experience is an asset
- Flexibility and adaptability in a cross-cultural environment
- Patience and tolerance to ambiguity
- Ability to focus both on results and processes
- Openness to learning

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS AND SUPPORT:
- Support and guidance prior to departure and while on assignment in country.
- Participation in a pre-departure training where you will have the opportunity to learn about the program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and meet other volunteers. Travel, meals and accommodation are covered.
- In-country orientation and briefing upon arrival in-country.
- Language training in-country where required.
- Return flights, visas and work permits.
- Cost of required country specific vaccinations and antimalarials.
- Health insurance.
- Modest monthly living allowance while overseas.
- Accommodation while overseas.
- Vacation leave entitlement.
- Return debriefing in Canada after completion of assignment. Travel, meals and accommodation are covered.
- An incredible opportunity to enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada between the age of 18-70.
- Departure date is contingent upon the timely completion of all administrative requirements (e.g. visa processes, medical clearance, police checks, travel documentation).
- With the support of the program, all volunteers shall undertake to make a minimum financial contribution of $1,500 for participating in the program.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada between the age of 18-70.
- Departure date is contingent upon the timely completion of all administrative requirements (e.g. visa processes, medical clearance, police checks, travel documentation).
- With the support of the program, all volunteers shall undertake to make a minimum financial contribution of $1,500 for participating in the program.

TO APPLY VISIT:
http://agora.ceci.ca/SGC/cecproje.nsf/va_WPO/086E509B614C5E93852582DB005E2868?OpenDocument&lg=enok

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