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Position: Religion and Culture Scholar - Morocco (Spring Trip)

Job Type:Seasonal

Start Date:As soon as possible

About Us:

VanOutdoors Society is a unique experiential education not for profit society directed

towards inspiring Chinese Canadians to learn about and explore B.C’s beautiful

wilderness. VanOutdoors previously ran on a volunteer model, starting in 2013, and has

recently launched its full time operations as of this February. In addition to the ongoing

programming that we lead in Vancouver, Canada, VanOutdoors holds two international

trips per year. One trip to commence in the spring and the other in summer. The spring

trip is expected to run for about 10 days in the beautiful country of Morocco.

Overview:

The Religion and Culture Scholar for our trip to Morocco is an integral role within the

trip’s educational component. This position will require extensive knowledge in relation

to Moroccan religion and/or culture. The successful candidate to fulfill this position will

be responsible for ensuring that the educational components related to religion and

culture within the trip is well fulfilled. This will be a contracted position that will begin with

part-time hours to help with trips educational planning and will end with full time hours

for the duration of the trip (around March 17th to 25th).

Major focuses for VanOutdoors international trips are; authentic cultural integration,

community volunteering, and an overall foundation of Experiential Education. VanOutdoors

aims to provide unique international experiences to all of its students and members.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

- Ensure all educational components relating to religion and culture are well thought out.

- Proactively deliver the religion and culture educational components of the trip.

- Effectively communicate with the Director of Operations and Educational

Program Manager regarding planning needs and support.

- Work directly with students, parents, and the public to effectively deliver the

program and planning materials.

Experience:

- Experience working in Morocco.

In progress or have already obtained a bachelor's degree with a focus in

religion and culture studies, education, or similarly related.

Hours:

This will be a part-time transitioning into full time position as we get closer to the date.

Reporting Relationship:

The Religion and Culture Scholar will report directly to the Director of Operations.

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume highlighting

why you are the best candidate for the role and what your experience is.