Published on: 02 May 2019

Jitpurphedi Women Agricultural Cooperative committee member’s monthly Meeting

Jitpurphedi Women Agricultural Cooperative committee member’s monthly Meeting in Co-operative office Tinpiple, Tarkeshwor Municipality -2 Jitpurphedi

Started in 2010 with the help of Volunteers Initiative Nepal (VIN), the Jitpurphedi Women’s Agricultural Cooperative seeks to empower women in the Jitpurphedi area by providing women a safe and reliable place to save money, take out loans and start small businesses. The Cooperative has been running independently with the support from VIN as needed and benefited more than 800 members till date.
On April 16th, VIN staff and volunteers had attended the monthly meeting of Management committee, account and loan sub-committee at Jitpurphedi Women Agriculture Co-operative office Tinpiple, Jitpurphedi community, Kathmandu. The main objective of the meeting was to give financial information to all board members and to discuss on recent issues of construction work of co-operative building, add new members in co-operative, loan issues and new training of SWOT analysis. Three committees members participated, including the President Shiva Kumari Aryal, who kicked off the meeting by welcoming VIN volunteers and gave a brief present status updating of co-operative.

A committee member discussed on that day’s agendas. They were focused on 6 agendas; printer purchasing, enter new members in co-operative, pressure for co-operative building construction, policy verification by all members, ownership of co-operative land, others. Women reported that two co-operative member’s husband had a critical health situation so the co-operative proposed for helping them. They discussed agendas individually and decided that the printer will be purchased from new road till 15th of May 2019, Co-operative staff Shanti has taken responsibility for printer purchasing. Three new members will allow entering as a co-operative member with share. Co-operative building construction work was a little bit slow, so the board members gave pressure to complete it. Next agendas there was reviewed of the existing policy of co-operative management, all board members verify the policy by signatures. And the last agenda was that they decided to help Kidney failure man who is the husband of a co-operative member. For that co-operative will raise fund from its members and collected money will give family for better treatment. Finally, they decided to participate all committee members in SWOT analysis of JItpurphedi women Agriculture Co-operative at co-operative office Tinpiple.
The monthly meeting was useful and meaningful. Women had discussions on different agendas and made a decision. They were more excited to participate in the SWOT analysis of Jitpurphedi Women Agriculture co-operative.

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On arrival you will be greeted at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and transported to your hotel / hostel (alternative arrangements can be made for those already in Nepal prior to the start of their placement). You will then receive a comprehensive a two to three-day induction, during that time you will be provided with information about your particular project as well as general information, including basic Nepalese language and culture, health and safety. This is also a good time to mix with other volunteers or interns who may be great sight-seeing companions and a source of support during your volunteer placement.

During the induction you will be accommodated in a budget hotel or hostel at VIN. However, a large part of the VIN experience comes from the immersion of a

home stay with a Nepalese host family. While this is an essential part of the experience we also recognize that it can be a challenging one, becoming part of a new culture and becoming accustomed to facilities that will be more basic than those you are used to. However, all our host families are experienced in accommodating volunteers – although their ability to speak English will vary – and you will have 24 hours’ access to contact and support from our staff members during your placement.

Volunteers will be placed in one of VIN’s working areas namely Tarakeshor Municipality of Kathmandu, Taluwa, Thulachhap and Bhadaure of Okhaldhunga, and Okharpouwa, Kaule of Nuwakot district. While at the working site the volunteers are requested to bring their own lunch, water bottle, safety gears, face mask and other essential belongings. As a volunteer you are advised to be in a comfortable and modest attire with preferably long sleeves. If you wish to raise project funds or collect project specific resources, you may contact us.

Requirements

  • Gender: Female / Male
  • Minimum Age: 18+ years (16-17 years old person can volunteer but need to present parents’ consent letter)
  • Language: English (Intermediate)
  • Educational: High School Graduate

Schedule and Commitment

You will work five to six days a week, up to six hours per day. You may propose your preferred time and hours; however, the working time period will be dependent on the institution you have been placed. A minimum of 2 weeks’ time commitment is expected of a volunteer. The longer you commit, the better impact you can make. You should be willing to commit a certain amount of your free time and energy, show a lot of commitment and be a good listener. You are expected to work constructively and co-operatively maintaining good reputation and standards at all times. Volunteer should abide by relevant security concerns and access procedures. Moreover, you should be receptive and positive to performance appraisal, advice and feedback. Throughout your placement you will have the full support of VIN. Your safety is our highest priority.

Mentoring and Support System

You will receive a clear and concise on-the-job instructions, course of action, context of work and policies/strategies before your placement begins. You will be

provided with ample of guidance and support throughout the placement with trainings / onboarding sessions incase necessary. You will be in a constant communication and regular check-in with the VIN volunteer coordinator. VIN aims to maintain a culture of continuous feedback between the volunteer supervisor at the placement to monitor the performance of the volunteer and ensure the project delivers desired outcomes.

In case of an emergency, you may contact one of our Volunteer Coordinators who will be available anytime for your assistance and support.

Time and Fees

Mid and Long Term Volunteers:
  • 2 weeks minimum stay- € 385
  • 3 weeks – 470€
  • 4 weeks – 555€ (after 4 weeks for each additional week we charge €75)
University Internships:
  • 4 weeks minimum stay- € 615 (for each additional week we charge €85)

What VIN offers you in return?

  • On Arrival orientation (two to three days)
  • Food and Accommodation during on arrival orientation at VIN’s hostel / budget hotel on sharing basis
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  • Transportation: Airport pick up; one time transport to and from the project site
  • Local volunteers’ support cost (optional)
  • VIN T-shirt
  • Certificate of participation
  • 24 hours emergency support
  • VIN admin cost.

What is excluded? Airfare, VISA (http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa), vaccinations, travel & medical insurance, return airport transfer, personal travel and weekend activities expenses etc.

Desirable/ Common Skills 

  • Excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills
  • A team player with good work ethics
  • Time management and leadership qualities
  • Adaptable, flexible and able to work under pressure
  • Accepting of different ideas and culture
  • Problem solving: always be part of solutions than part of a problem
  • Creative