Colombia: Livelihoods Officer

Jan 15, 2019 | Danish Refugee Council
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The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading an exciting new EU project aiming at recruiting and deploying volunteers as part of the European Union Aid Volunteers initiative. The project enables EU citizens and long-term residents in EU to get involved in international humanitarian aid projects and kick-start their career.

This is a great opportunity for young professionals to get involved in international humanitarian aid projects and by this kick-starting an international career within the humanitarian sector. As an EU Aid Volunteer, you will be able to upgrade your skills within the field of humanitarian aid through in-depth training and hands-on field experience in a non-EU country affected by disaster.

Currently we are looking for a Livelihoods Officer - Junior EU Aid Volunteer to be deployed at UNHCR’s Office in Medellin, Colombia for 12 months.

To read more about the position and specific requirements please see the vacancy advert on the EU Platform.

ELIGIBILITY AND EXCEPTION CRITERIA:

Candidates applying for the EU Aid Volunteer position must be:

• An EU citizen or a long-term resident in an EU Member State. 
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Please note that candidates must be available for an EU face-to-face training from 21st March to 4th April 2019 or 4th to 18th April 2019 to be considered for the position.

Additionally, all EU Aid Volunteers are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values