Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Advisor

Assignment Type:

National Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to citizens of the assignment country only

Assignment ID:

VA-106858

Assignment Title:

Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Advisor

Country:

Iraq

Duration:

6 to 12 months (flexible)

Time Commitment:

Part time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about fostering collaborations between the private sector and Technical Universities and Vocational Training Centers? Do you have a knack for building strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth and impact? 

As a Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Advisor, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business and Technical Universities and Vocational Training Centers. This position is designed for a dynamic individual who can leverage their expertise in private sector engagement to enhance TAWASOL project outcomes and contribute to the achievement of the project’s goals.

Apply today to have an impact on economic empowerment of youth in Najaf!

Roles and Responsibilities

• Participate in development and implementation of the project’s strategies to ensure implementation of the annual work plan within the scope of work
• Work closely with Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship and TVET Engagement Managers to integrate private sector partnerships into project planning and implementation, ensuring synergy and alignment with overall objectives.
• Facilitate linkages between TVET institutions and employers, fostering communication and collaboration
• Identify partners for entrepreneurship support services through Career Development Centers and Vocational Training Centers
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, correspondence management, and record-keeping.
• 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.
• Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree and/or training in public relations or relevant fields such as education, business administration, or (industrial relations) required – coursework in human resources development is required
• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience or demonstrated commitment to the cause and a willingness to learn and contribute
• Proven knowledge of TVET and labor market dynamics is a plus
• Experience in building relationships with employers and stakeholders is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skill
• 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.

Partner Description

Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University is located in Najaf and aspires to be a beacon of useful knowledge for the promising generation of tomorrow who are affiliated with it upon their graduation to the labor market to build the nation with efficiency, distinction, ability, innovation and modernization, and a leading global center in scientific research, and an effective base for serving and leading the community, in a way that contributes to achieving sustainable development, scientific building for the student, and developing the elements of the infrastructure so that the university becomes an attractive environment for students. The university looks forward to contributing locally and globally to enriching knowledge and sciences, and to participating effectively in everything that serves society and humanity

Support Package

• Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to assignment and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
• Pre-assignment 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
• WUSC country orientation
• Modest monthly living allowance
• Pre-assignment medical exam
• Health insurance
• 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!

WUSC’s Safeguarding Policy

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form. Successful applicants will be required to sign off on the WUSC Code of Conduct and the Self-Disclosure Form. International and national volunteers will also be required to submit a criminal record verification.

WUSC is a signatory to the Cooperation Canada Leaders’ Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct. The pledge represents the shared commitment as Canada’s global development and humanitarian leaders to ensure the full implementation of practices and policies that will protect and respond to our own staff, volunteers and the communities we serve. We are committed to creating safe and respectful workplaces and programs that promote gender equality and are free from gender-based violence, including by addressing and responding to all abuse of power, holding people to account, and protecting the vulnerable. Read the full pledge.