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Volunteer Programme Officer needed by charity providing education to children in Himalayas, Pakistan - Pakistan
The Kaghan Memorial Trust (KMT) is a non-profit Charitable Trust registered in Islamabad in the aftermath of the earthquake that devastated Northern Pakistan in October 2005. The Kaghan Memorial School (KMS) offers free education of a high standard to destitute children in the Kaghan Valley, nestled in the Himalayas. This valley was one of the areas hit hardest by the earthquake, which dramatically exacerbated the prevailing extreme poverty in which its residents had been living for generations The Kaghan Memorial Trust is dedicated to giving the children of the Kaghan Valley a meaningful education that will help them build better futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.
KMT is looking for a Volunteer Programme Officer based at its Head Office in Islamabad. Working as part of the Head Office Team, the Volunteer Programme Officer will be responsible for:
a. Fundraising
• Preparation of proposals, presentations and documentation for donors;
• Organisation of various fundraising events for the Trust.
b. Communication
• With donors and child sponsors;
• With job applicants and potential volunteers;
• Between the school and the KMT Head Office.
c. Serving as a backup/substitute teacher at the school for short periods if required;
d. Any other Trust-related assignments that may be required from time to time.
This position is open for female applicants only. Applicants will need to have a college degree, strong communication skills, past teaching experience, and, most importantly, excellent English writing skills. Experience of proposal writing will be an asset. It is essential that the candidate has a strong sense of commitment to the Trust’s objectives and is willing to volunteer to work for KMT for at least one full year.
This is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to bring a real and sustainable difference to a severely deprived community. It will also allow the volunteer to experience a rich and frequently misunderstood culture.
The Trust provides its volunteers with accommodation, meals, one return air ticket to their home country per year, visa expenses, local health cover, local transport facilities and a monthly stipend of Pak. Rs. 10,000 (approx US $125) to cover incidental expenses.
Interested candidates may apply by writing to Mr. Khurram Khan, Managing Trustee KMT at khurram.khan@kmt.org.pk All applications should be accompanied by a covering letter, a detailed resume, a photo and a copy of your passport. Short listed candidates will be contacted for further information including references. An interview may also be scheduled at a later stage.
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