WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED?


Successful volunteers will meet the following criteria:

  • Necessary technical qualifications and skills to fulfil the objectives of the assignment
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity to the needs of others
  • An understanding of the challenges of working in a diverse cross-cultural environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-culturally
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility to deal with challenging situations that arise
  • A strong commitment to and understanding of capacity building and sustainable development
  • A willingness to exchange knowledge and develop/conduct activities to build capacity of individuals and organisations
  • A demonstrated understanding of the AusAID Child Protection Policy and the Gender Equity Guidelines  
 

Millennium Development Goals

Eradicate Extreme Poverty and Hunger

Achieve Universal Primary Education

Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women

Reduce Child Mortality

Improve Maternal Health

Combat HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Other Diseases

Ensure Environmental Sustainability

Develop a Global Partnership for Development