Job title: Co-Lead Waste Management, Jamboree Site Department
Nature of engagement: Volunteer contract
Duration: From January 2025 until the end of the project in December 2027.
The Jamboree Site Department is tasked with the spatial planning of the World Scout Jamboree site on Sobieszewo Island in Gdansk. The team will coordinate the preparation of the site plan, in collaboration with the Jamboree architect and industry specialists, and will agree on a plan for the built, run and decommissioning phases of the Jamboree Site. The Jamboree Site will be prepared in accordance with WOSM guidelines and consider solutions related to the Jamboree Organization’s environmental obligations. Water, Power, Network, Waste, Warehouse, Tents and Site Layout are the focus areas for the Jamboree Site Department.
The Waste Management Section will be responsible for all waste management activities at the World Scout Jamboree. This includes developing and implementing waste reduction strategies, coordinating recycling and composting programs, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
· Proficiency in waste collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal systems, including logistics and operation of waste management equipment.
· Expertise in setting up and managing recycling and composting programs, with knowledge of various recyclable materials and composting techniques.
· Skills in planning, executing, and overseeing projects, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk management.
· Experience in procurement and managing tender processes.
· Experience in managing large temporary events.
· Demonstrating a high level of competence and personal culture.
· Ability to work effectively with volunteers and staff from the organization’s international structures.
· Ability to collaborate and build positive relationships with colleagues and to work effectively in a group setting.
· Proven track record of achieving stated objectives.
· Knowledge of Outlook 365, MS Word, Excel, and SharePoint operations.
· Strong organizational skills to manage various tasks and responsibilities efficiently.
· Experience in working in a distributed team.
· Experience in working in a constantly changing international environment.
· A people-oriented approach to effectively manage and support team members and participants.
Applicants from Poland for this role should meet the following requirements:
· Membership of the Polish Scouting & Guiding Association (ZHP)
· Having completed leader’s service in the previous year and an opinion of the relevant Regional Commissioner or Chief Commissioner
· Positive experience of projects at least at regional level (domestic)
· Ability to communicate freely in spoken and written English
Applicants from abroad for this role should meet the following requirements:
· Membership of one of the organizations belonging to the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM)
· A favorable opinion from their International Commissioner
· Positive experience of major events at international level
· Ability to communicate freely in spoken and written English
As a member of the Jamboree Planning Team (JPT), you’ll play a crucial role in bringing this extraordinary Scout event to life. We’re committed to fully supporting you by offering:
The application should be submitted through the platform no later than 23:59 CET on 14th of December 2024, including:
All candidates who submit their application correctly and on time will be contacted after the application deadline. A decision on the composition of the team is expected no later than 10th of January 2025
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