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Serve where you’re needed mostChange Management Specialist
Community Economic Development
Youth in Development
Job highlights
- Pursue the opportunity to make a positive impact on Moldovan youth.
- Learn basic Romanian phrases and practice communicating with colleagues and the community.
- Gain a deeper understanding of Moldova’s rich culture by experiencing it in person.
Moldova • Europe
In partnership with: "MilleniuM” Training and Development Institute
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Apply by
August 15, 2026Know by
October 1, 2026Depart on
March 14, 2027Duration
9 monthsAbout the project
Experienced organizational development specialists and program managers are invited to share their expertise with a youth-focused organization in Moldova.
“MilleniumM” Training and Development Institute supports the local youth to develop leadership skills. To reach the organization’s goal of supporting at least 1,000 youth by 2030, the team identified a critical need to develop its own skills. The team is particularly interested in HR policy and procedures, including terms of reference (ToR), roles and responsibilities of each team member, as well as other internal management documents. These skills will allow the team to effectively navigate common challenges facing non-governmental organizations in Moldova, including limited institutional capacity, high staff turnover, and professional development plan for each staff member.
As a Change Management Specialist, you will provide mentorship and specialized training on internal management, organizational efficiency, digital tools, and decision-making transparency. Alongside the institute’s staff, you will identify opportunities to refine operational processes and strengthen the team’s skillsets. Together, you will position the organization to improve service delivery and support its mission more effectively.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Moldova project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, including social science, education, business, management and organizational development.
AND
Three or more years of technical expertise in organizational capacity development and training, strategic planning, or results-based project management and reporting.
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
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How you and the community will make an impact together:
Develop a strategic plan to improve organizational efficiency.
Assist senior management and staff to implement internal process improvements.
Develop and conduct training sessions and activities to strengthen the organization’s positive work environment with a culture built upon shared values.
Develop and conduct training sessions and activities to strengthen project management skills of staff and leadership.
Monitor and adjust the implemented strategies to ensure the sustainability of changes.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English club for youth and youth development activities.
Volunteers live primarily in independent apartments but may live with a host family if indicated and discussed ahead of time. Housing is located near the work site, but Volunteers should be aware that rush-hour commutes can take up to an hour.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Moldova country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Moldova
Lily W.
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"Before joining the Peace Corps, I don’t think I realized how much hospitality matters. My community—my host parents, co-teachers, and other colleagues—have been incredibly welcoming and generous."
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After a two-week orientation, you will stay in the capital city where you will collaborate with the Millenium Institute staff. You will work with the partner to assess their needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Moldova will equip you with basic Romanian language skills during the orientation and you may work with a local tutor who can continue building language skills to help you connect with the community.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Moldova, visit the country page.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Moldova. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
