Kia ora, Halo and warm Pacific greetings
Te Whāinga | Our Purpose is:
Te Hono Tangata - Te Huringa Ora.
Ka hono a Te Tūao Tāwāhi i ngā tūao pūkenga ki ngā whakahaere me ngā hapori i te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu, hei tautoko i ngā wawata kua tautuhia ā-rohe, ā, kia tutuki ai te panoni toitū.
Volunteer Service Abroad connects skilled volunteers with organisations and communities in the Pacific and beyond to support locally identified aspirations and achieve sustainable change.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role:
This is your opportunity to become a VSA Volunteer to share your experience, skills and knowledge to serve and build capacity in the Solomon Islands. Working alongside our local partner organisation.
We are looking for someone experienced in marine conservation or someone with the right level of transferrable skills, who understands and shares the spirit of volunteering, with a keen interest in building capability in the Pacific.
The VSA will support you by funding and organizing your flights, visas, insurances, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while you are on assignment.
Ngā tino Pūkenga/Wheako – Essential skills/experiences for the role:
If you are interested in this opportunity, below are some of the key skills and experiences that we’re looking for.
Our Partner Organisation – Kolombangara Island Biodiversity Conservation Association
Kolombangara Island Biodiversity Conservation Association (KIBCA) was formed in December 2008 and was then formally registered as a community-based organisation in May 2009.
Landowners wanted to ensure that Kolombangara Island’s rich marine and forest biodiversity are conserved; and to educate, promote and encourage sustainable management of natural resources through viable economic and social ventures.
The Assignment:
KIBCA has a conservation awareness campaign ‘ridge to reef’, focused on the interconnected parts of the environment and the impact unsustainable use of one resource/area of the environment can have on others.
KIBCA needs support to building their own and communities understanding of
reef/marine conservation as part of this holistic approach to conservation for Kolombangara, to support the work already underway on creating designated land protected areas.
The Country – The Solomon Islands:
The Solomon Islands has over 900 islands, 5,000 rural villages and 550,000 people. Between 1999 and 2003 it experienced a period of conflict which took a heavy toll on the country and left a need for reconciliation and on-going peace and security measures.
A request for assistance by the government in 2003 led Australia, New Zealand and other Pacific Island countries to form the Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI) which restored peace and security. VSA has established a strong presence in Solomon Islands through its ongoing partnerships with multiple in-country partners, including strong relationships with Solomon Islands Government.
Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to apply:
Apply for this opportunity through our website.
For more information or if you have any questions on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.
To review the full assignment description please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
For a copy of the Assignment Description, please click the apply button which will direct you to the VSA website. You will be able to download a copy from the advertisement.
Important note: Due to our VSA funding requirements, our volunteers must be a NZ citizen or NZ Permanent Resident to progress further in our recruitment process.
Te Whāinga | Our Purpose is:
Te Hono Tangata - Te Huringa Ora.
Ka hono a Te Tūao Tāwāhi i ngā tūao pūkenga ki ngā whakahaere me ngā hapori i te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu, hei tautoko i ngā wawata kua tautuhia ā-rohe, ā, kia tutuki ai te panoni toitū.
Volunteer Service Abroad connects skilled volunteers with organisations and communities in the Pacific and beyond to support locally identified aspirations and achieve sustainable change.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role:
This is your opportunity to become a VSA Volunteer to share your experience, skills and knowledge to serve and build capacity in the Solomon Islands. Working alongside our local partner organisation.
We are looking for someone experienced in marine conservation or someone with the right level of transferrable skills, who understands and shares the spirit of volunteering, with a keen interest in building capability in the Pacific.
The VSA will support you by funding and organizing your flights, visas, insurances, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while you are on assignment.
Ngā tino Pūkenga/Wheako – Essential skills/experiences for the role:
If you are interested in this opportunity, below are some of the key skills and experiences that we’re looking for.
- Degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field or the equivalent in work experience.
- Experience in policy development.
- Prior experience in facilitating workshops.
- Strong understanding of marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
- Strong communication and report writing skills.
Our Partner Organisation – Kolombangara Island Biodiversity Conservation Association
Kolombangara Island Biodiversity Conservation Association (KIBCA) was formed in December 2008 and was then formally registered as a community-based organisation in May 2009.
Landowners wanted to ensure that Kolombangara Island’s rich marine and forest biodiversity are conserved; and to educate, promote and encourage sustainable management of natural resources through viable economic and social ventures.
The Assignment:
KIBCA has a conservation awareness campaign ‘ridge to reef’, focused on the interconnected parts of the environment and the impact unsustainable use of one resource/area of the environment can have on others.
KIBCA needs support to building their own and communities understanding of
reef/marine conservation as part of this holistic approach to conservation for Kolombangara, to support the work already underway on creating designated land protected areas.
The Country – The Solomon Islands:
The Solomon Islands has over 900 islands, 5,000 rural villages and 550,000 people. Between 1999 and 2003 it experienced a period of conflict which took a heavy toll on the country and left a need for reconciliation and on-going peace and security measures.
A request for assistance by the government in 2003 led Australia, New Zealand and other Pacific Island countries to form the Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI) which restored peace and security. VSA has established a strong presence in Solomon Islands through its ongoing partnerships with multiple in-country partners, including strong relationships with Solomon Islands Government.
Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to apply:
Apply for this opportunity through our website.
For more information or if you have any questions on this assignment, email volunteer@vsa.org.nz.
To review the full assignment description please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
For a copy of the Assignment Description, please click the apply button which will direct you to the VSA website. You will be able to download a copy from the advertisement.
Important note: Due to our VSA funding requirements, our volunteers must be a NZ citizen or NZ Permanent Resident to progress further in our recruitment process.
We are looking for a volunteer with:
- Share your specialist knowledge in Marine Conservation
- 18 Month Assignment in the Solomon Islands
- Flights, accommodation and living expenses provided.
VSA covers flights, accommodation, insurance and some expenses. A living allowance is also provided.
Does volunteering with one of the largest and most experienced agency in international development interest you?