Volunteer Internationally with WUSC | Resource Mobilization and Partnership Advisor | Malawi
Description
*** Please note that this position is open to only Canadian citizens and permanent residents.***
Are you passionate about conservation, sustainable management of wildlife and of the natural environment globally? Do you have resource mobilization skills to share?
As the Resource Mobilization Advisor with Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi (WESM) in Lilongwe, Malawi, you will assist the team in updating donor mapping and revising their resource mobilization strategy to secure funds for ongoing operations. In this role, you will also support the development of funding proposals and concepts.
Apply today to have an impact in environmental sustainability in Malawi!
Roles and Responsibilities
Collaborate with staff to revise, update and implement resource mobilization strategies to secure funding for WESM’s programs
Research and identify potential donors (local, international, corporate, and foundations)
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with local and international organizations
Support and guide WESM on drafting memorandum of understanding (MOUs) and partnership agreements
Support staff to write funding proposals, concept notes, and budgets
Assist in strengthening the capacity of the staff in partnership development and resource mobilization
Ensure that a gender equality lens is consistently applied in the execution of all activities
Ensure to empower young women and promote a culture of gender sensitive representation in all activities and program benefits
Participate in pre-assignment training
Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have one virtual check-in with the Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment
Set up a personalized volunteer fundraising page on the WUSC fundraising platform and share it in your networks. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training and support to achieve the fundraising goal
Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.
Experience and Qualifications
Degree in business development, environmental science, social sciences or a related field
Demonstrated experience in fundraising and resource mobilization
Demonstrated experience in developing institutional partnerships
Experience with not-for-profit or non-governmental organizations is an asset
Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise
A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering
Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset
Experience living and working internationally considered an asset
Written and oral fluency in English.
How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers
In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment
Language training in country of assignment, where required
Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance
Airfare to and from the assignment country
Visa/work permit
Pre-departure medical exam
Health insurance
Vaccinations and antimalarial medication
Criminal record verification
Vacation leave entitlement
Debriefing after completion of assignment
An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!
How will the organization benefit?
Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi is a membership organization promoting, advocating for, and making a visible and measurable difference to the well-informed conservation and sustainable management of wildlife and the natural environment in Malawi. The organization works to inform and support public participation in the wise use of Malawi’s wildlife and natural environment and always speak up for it in national and local development efforts/fora. Established 70 years ago, WESM currently has over 500 individuals members, over 1500 Wildlife Clubs (mostly school-based) and 9 branches. WESM’s projects focus on working with communities bordering protected areas (national parks, wildlife reserves and forest reserves) to reduce pressure on the PAs and promoting environmental education in schools through establishing and strengthening community governance structures, Economic Empowerment, Community sensitization, Natural Resource Management and Microloans for income generation.
Volunteer location:
Lilongwe, Malawi
Contact
2-3-weeks
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