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Great Britain
Three
new posts at Sustain: The alliance for better food and farming, for the
"Making Local Food Work" programme, funded by the Big Lottery
* Food Distribution & Supply Project Officer
* Food Co-ops & Buying Groups Project Officer
* Making Local Food Work for London Project Officer
Please follow the link to Sustain website: http://www.sustainweb.org/page.php?id=184
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Africa
An
Eco-Tourism Adviser at the Environmental Foundation for Africa, Sierra
Leone
What's the context and purpose of the role?
The
Environmental Foundation for Africa (EFA) aims to protect and restore
the environment of West Africa. The organisation focuses on
environmental education and awareness raising, restoring degraded lands
and forests and equipping people with sustainable livelihood skills.
Tourism has great potential in Sierra Leone, as the country is blessed
with unique natural beauty. However, there are many barriers to tourism
development, such as inadequate infrastructure and a general lack of
in-country tourism expertise. EFA is involved in an eco-tourism project
on Tiwai Island, and hopes to bring income opportunities to local
people whilst preserving the environment.
What does the role involve?
Developing a sound business plan for eco-tourism development on Tiwai
Island
Exploring methods of income diversification, i.e. through goods sold,
unique tours etc
Developing strategies for communities to participate in the development
of Tiwai
Organising relevant skills training for existing staff and within the
communities
Collaborating with the wider tourism industry to effectively promote
sustainable tourism in Sierra Leone
What skills, experience and personal
qualities are needed for the role?
You'll
need a business, tourism or environmental qualification and at least 3
years' experience relating to eco-tourism. Experience in coordinating
practical training and workshops is essential, as are good planning
skills. Management and leadership skills are also important and you
should have an understanding of people-centred development. You'll be
travelling on rough roads and occasionally lodge in rural communities,
so patience, adaptability and a sense of adventure are essential for
this placement!
And the rest…
Sierra Leone borders
Liberia to the southeast, the Republic of Guinea to the north, and the
Atlantic Ocean to the West. Your time in Sierra Leone will be split
between EFA's office in Lakka, a seaside village just 30km drive from
the capital Freetown, and the Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary. Tiwai is
located on the Moa River in Eastern Sierra Leone, about 300km from
Freetown. The island is home to over 135 bird species and has the
densest population of primates in the world. And if you're lucky, you
might spot the rare and elusive pygmy hippopotamus! On Tiwai, you'll be
staying at the research centre, which has piped water, solar
electricity, a fridge and small kitchen. At Lakka, you'll be based in
EFA's guesthouse. There are a number of shops in the village and a
small number of bars and restaurants on a wide sandy beach. Nearby
Freetown is known for it's beautiful scenery and natural beaches and
offers a wide range of shops, markets and leisure facilities.
We'll
ask you to commit to 24 months to make a sustainable contribution to
our development goals. In return, we'll give you comprehensive
financial, personal and professional support. We'll provide you with
extensive training before your placement, and our financial package
includes a local salary, return flights, accommodation, insurance and
more. When you return to your home country, we'll help you to resettle
and many of our returned volunteers stay involved with us long after
their placement ends. www.vso.org.uk/volunteering
To apply please go to http://www.vso.org.uk/volunteering/stepthree/
and complete our online application form or call us on 0208 780 7500 to
request a paper application form.
You must be living in an EU country to
apply for these positions.
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