- Live and work for 12 months in a developing country
- Work with innovative organisations across the Asia Pacific Region
- Support women & men from low-income backgrounds to achieve economic empowerment
A unique opportunity to support financial capability development for economic empowerment initiatives as part of Good Return’s Field Support Officer (FSO) Volunteer Program.
In this role you will:
- Gain valuable experience living and working in a multicultural environment as part of a professional team and making a difference
- Support one of the Good Return partner’s microfinance institutions on consumer awareness campaign to be launched in 2020 using a variety of campaign materials
- Support policy development related to consumer protection and financial literacy with a gender lens and social inclusion
You will possess:
- A degree in Economics, Finance/Business, Statistics, International Development, Education or similar. Preferably with a post graduate degree in one of these listed areas
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience (paid or unpaid) relevant to Good Return’s program areas, such as in public communication campaigns, teaching/training, curriculum development, finance/banking, policy regulation
- Strong written & verbal communication skills, research, analysis and report writing
- Cross cultural sensitivity, adaptability, open mindedness, independence, and resilience
Good Return will provide international International airfares at the commencement and conclusion of the assignment, medical costs, visa expenses, insurance and a monthly living allowance (including accommodation costs).
Eligibility:
You must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency to apply for this position. Applicants not meeting this requirement will not be considered.
Additional Information: The role will commence in early July 2020. Applicants must be available for a 4-day induction course in May 2020, prior to their placement, at Good Return’s Sydney office. Later commencement dates and/or periods of less than 12 months will not be considered.
Learn more in the full Position Description.