VSO is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes volunteering as a powerful and practical way to tackle poverty and inequality. Our purpose is to create lasting change through volunteering.
At VSO, we believe in bringing about change, not by sending aid, but by working with volunteers and partners to empower people in some of the world’s poorest and most fragile regions. We know that people in developing countries have the desire, power, courage and determination to shape their own futures.
Through our Volunteering for Development (VfD) approach, we put the most marginalised people first. Grounded in years of evidence and learning, this approach develops active citizens who drive local community-led change and deliver sustainable development goals long after a project or grant ends.
To strengthen capacity of Civil Society Groups (CSGs) in climate resilience and local adaptation to disruptions for service continuity in Zimbabwe. The role focuses on integrating climate adaptation planning into system strengthening efforts by working alongside CSGs and local government bodies.
This position builds the technical and organizational capacity of CSGs to develop and implement locally led adaptation strategies, embed crisis modifiers in their operations, and effectively engage duty bearers. The role also supports scaling of climate networks, ensuring that community-led solutions influence policy and deliver inclusive climate action.
As part of the global volunteer network, this role acts as a technical resource, providing targeted and flexible supports to the in-country CSGs, including regular coaching, mentoring and remote technical supports across a cluster of countries. This role works alongside local accompanier volunteers, VSO team and partners to tailor support to each CSG’s context, readiness, and common issues/priorities.
Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Disclaimer: VSO is committed to a fair, transparent and merit-based recruitment. VSO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Any such request in VSO’s name is fraudulent and should be disregarded. Please report suspicious requests to recruitment@vsoint.org
Allowance and accommodation
All volunteers have an allowance paid in local currency. The allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home.
VSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.
Contract duration: Please note the duration for this contract ends 31March 2026 but may be renewed based on the confirmation of the funds.
