Assignment Type: Canadian International Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements: Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only

Partner: Dar Abu Abdullah association for Philanthropy and Development organization (DAA)

Country: Jordan

Duration: 4 to 5 months

Time Commitment: Full Time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about economic development ?

As a Business Development Advisor with Dar Abu Abdullah Association for Philanthropy and Development in Amman, Jordan, you will conduct a comprehensive market research and analysis in sectors such as fresh produce, food processing, and textiles, aimed at identifying opportunities for growth and expansion, particularly targeting export markets in Canada, USA and overseas.

Apply today to have an impact in economically empowering vulnerable communities across Jordan!

Roles and Responsibilities

Support in Conducting comprehensive research on trends, customer preferences, and competitors in fresh produce, food processing, and textiles in Jordan, Canada, and the USA
Collaborate with design teams within DAA to create new product concepts that cater to market demand and align with local preferences
Assist and collaborate in analyzing export conditions and standards for food safety and textiles, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations
Support with the development of a tailored marketing strategy that highlights unique selling points and creates branding and packaging appealing to target markets
Advise on identifying distribution channels in Canada and the USA, and the creation of detailed export plans addressing logistics, shipping, and customs requirements
Working closely with DAA team to ensure that product development and marketing strategies incorporate gender-sensitive approaches, promoting equal opportunities for diverse communities
Put a plan with the team for the integration of sustainable practices in product design and supply chain management, focusing on eco-friendly materials and processes that minimize environmental impact
Participate in pre-assignment training
Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have to report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and up to 2 years after to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities
Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. 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, International Trade, Marketing, or a related field
Proven experience in conducting market research and analysis Familiarity with product design and development processes Proficiency with information technologies and in computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Drive/Docs/Gmail, etc.)
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.

Project Description

Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.

Partner Description

Dar Abu Abdullah (DAA) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization with a mission to empower the most vulnerable individuals and sustain their livelihoods through projects thataddress the underlying causes of hunger and poverty across Jordan. Named after His Majesty the late King Hussein bin Talal and chaired by Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, DAA was established in an effort to honor His Majesty’s spirit and his belief that the individual represents a nation’s greatest asset. DAA is a strategic partner with Tkiyet Um Ali (TUA), an NGO that was founded in 2003 by Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al-Hussein as the first initiative of its kind in the Arab Region that seeks to eradicate hunger in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Through its Sustainable Food Aid Programme TUA reaches over 22,000 households living in extreme poverty on monthly basis (approximately 100,000 individuals, 33% female-headed households, over 60% children under 18 years) throughout the Kingdom. This partnership creates a comprehensive development model that generates tangible, life-changing and sustainable results, not only for vulnerable individuals but also for their families. Through this model, DAA targets vulnerable individuals and assists them to become self-reliant and independent by strengthening their capacities and giving them new tools to enhance their resilience and sustain their livelihoods. DAA’s programs and projects are specialized and tailored to the needs of the labour market and the uniqueness of the target beneficiaries, thus empowering families in their transition from dependence to independence, with a special focus on youth and women.

**Eligibility Requirements for this assignment

Canadian International Volunteer Assignment: Due to funder requirements, Canadian International Volunteers must be either Canadian citizens or permanent residents in order to be eligible to volunteer. Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are residing outside of Canada and/or who do not have a Canadian permanent address are eligible to apply.

Support Package

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!

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