Youth in Development Program Specialist for Adult Service Providers
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Project Description
Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) with advanced proficiency in written and spoken Spanish and a BA/BS degree in any field are needed to work with adult stakeholders that serve youth between the ages of 12 to 18 and their communities to implement Positive Youth Development methodologies. The PCRVs will be responsible for testing existing training sessions for youth service providers and key community actors. They will also create at least five digital learning modules directed to adult service providers and design and deliver at least three professional development opportunities. PCRVs should have at least one year of experience in the design and facilitation of training sessions with adults and/or training trainers in topics related to: life skills, health and education, substance abuse prevention and/or well-being.
Please note that departure dates and other details of this project could change because of the uncertainties as Peace Corps and local partners resume Volunteer operations. Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in Guatemala together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Partner Information
Required Skills
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field.
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken Spanish
• At least one year of experience in developing, designing and/or delivering training sessions preferably with adults and/or training trainers in topics related to: life skills, health and education, substance abuse prevention and/or well-being.
• Experience working with local networks to promote positive youth engagement coordinating and facilitating individual and group activities and/or training sessions to youth and adults in the community on various topics.
• Patience and ability to easily adapt and integrate into different socioeconomic and cultural conditions.
• Emotional maturity and professionalism necessary to serve as a positive role model for youth.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish solid working relationships with important local stakeholders in an intercultural environment.
• Strong ability to maintain flexibility and structure in chaotic or understructure environments.
The Peace Corps embraces and leverages the diversity of its volunteers as a reflection of America's diversity. Peace Corps Response is committed to reflecting the diversity of the United States in the professionals we send into the field to support the mission of world peace and friendship. Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Medical Considerations
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