Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) is an international development charity[1] with a vision for a "world without poverty" and a mission to "bring people together to fight poverty". VSO recruits professionals to work as volunteers, living and working alongside local populations in developing countries. Founded in 1958, VSO has sent over 50,000 volunteer. As of 2015 VSO worked in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and the Pacific.Role Overview
Working at project location – In this role, you will provide on-site support in the project location and/or VSO office, (full-time unless otherwise specified) for a set period of time.
To provide support and guidance on accessing finance for emerging small enterprises /entrepreneurs in the waste management sector.
Essential
Skills, qualifications and experience
A bachelor degree in finance or related subject.
Some relevant professional experience in a comparable position or working with start-ups/small enterprises.
Experience in helping small enterprises access funding
Fluent in speaking and writing in English
Desirable
Previous experience in working in a multicultural environment.
Experience in working in a developing country
Understanding of the particular barriers facing youth lead MSME
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