ISSUE 11 / APRIL - Vodafone Fiji

Know your WoD programmeThe World of Difference programmebeing launched is global in scopeand local in focus. Globally total ofmore than 700 world of differencecandidates are making difference in18 Vodafone Foundations. The WoDProgramme is all about fi nding 36passionate people who want to helpcharities for a year, and get paid todo it in Fiji. A maximum $10,000 totalexpense allowance will be paid tocover necessary personal expensesof the successful applicant ensuringtheir welfare in connection with thecompletion of the tasks for which theyhave been employed (“Expenses”),ensuring capacity building.The world of difference programmefunds will be used to ‘tie talent’ intothe third sector, proving signifi cantenhancement to the charitableinvestment. This is to empower thosepeople to take opportunities that theywouldn’t normally be able to do so withpersonal funding. World of Differenceallows anyone between the age of 18-45 to bring their talent and passion toa charity.The candidates’ selection is in twofolds; short term attachment for a periodof 4 months to long terms assignmentupto a year. The duration determinesthe programme assignment wherepossible to enhance the main fl agshiplonger placements. The funds areavailable for both employees andcandidates from the wider communityto execute social and economicdevelopment activities in all thematicareas addressing the burning issuesand concerns in Fiji.The process is as follow:May 1st –Call for Expression ofinterestJune 11th – Application closesJuly 9th – Call for interviewsAugust 6 – Selection of WoDCandidatesAugust 13th – Assignment toCharitable OrganizationsDecember 9th – 1st AssignmentcompletedJanuary 14th – Handover reports oncommunity and charity attachmentexperienceAugust 13th to January 14th 2011– ongoing community experiencereporting in line with the WoD CommsThe candidates will be required tosubmit the completed applicationforms (available on www.vodafone.com.fj/WoDFiji or pick from VodafoneATH Headquarter @168 PrincesRoad Tamavua and Vodafone Retailoutlets). The completed applicationforms to accompany copy of briefCV on the qualifi cation, work andcommunity experience. The potentialapplicants are also to provide a recentphotograph and reference from atleast one charity organization. Criteriafor application checklist also need tobe completed. Incomplete applicationforms will not be accepted.Find out detailed information atwww.vodafone.com.fj/WoDFiji .World of Difference official Launchon 27th April, 2010.What we support?Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation willsupport programme within the 8 subjectfocus based on the annual strategymeeting outcome to address specificat heart/most priority need of FijiCommunity. We invite applications forprojects from Fiji based not for profitcharitable civil society organizationswhich is innovative and encourages socialleadership.Who can apply?Registered charities may apply all yeararound; consequently decision will bemade by the board of directors duringits meetings. Organizations can downloadand fill out the Foundation applicationforms at www.vodafone.com.fj/foundationsand email it to the Foundation Executiveand Company Secretary at foundation@vodafone.com.fj or send through mail toVodafone ATH Fiji Foundation, PrivateMail Bag, Suva or drop at 168 PrincesRoad Suva.Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation168 Princes Road, SuvaPh: 321 4270email: ambalika.kutty@vodafone.comWorld of Difference36 volunteersare needed for the World of Difference ProgrammeAchieve your dream & get paidApplications open May 1, 2010