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Serve where you’re needed mostYouth and Community Engagement Specialist
Youth in Development
Job highlights
- Gain valuable experience developing and conducting youth-focused programming.
- Become a valued colleague and part of your community.
- Experience the rich Georgian culture firsthand.
Georgia • Europe
In partnership with: Local governmental or non-profit organizations
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
February 15, 2026Know by
May 18, 2026Depart on
September 20, 2026Duration
10 monthsAbout the project
Georgia’s long-term development significantly relies on youth development and engagement, and you can support.
The country’s declining youth population poses a challenge for economic growth, with the percentage of dependent individuals—those under the age of 14 and those ages 65 and above—projected to increase from 20% to 48% in 2055. Unless the youth begin to contribute to the country’s self-sustained economic growth, Georgia may experience severe tax-deficits and increased poverty. To improve the country’s prospects, the government is investing in its youth.
As a Youth and Community Engagement Specialist, you will create, enhance, or promote engaging youth empowerment activities in collaboration with community leaders. Together you will design and implement youth programs that range from childcare to afterschool camps or sports.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Georgia project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Competitive candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work, Sociology or relevant field
OR
3 or more years of relevant experience, such as working in local communities, community advocacy, and engaging with community members
OR
Relevant experience facilitating workshops/trainings/events
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
Photos from Georgia
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Enhance youth programming through stakeholder engagement and effect project management.
Teach English to children and young adults through classes.
Host clubs focused on English, movies, or debate to enhance student understanding of current social, economic, environmental, and global issues.
Facilitate events or activities with youth, particularly underserved youth, to develop leadership skills, critical thinking, media literacy, and volunteerism.
Support professional development and career advancement.
Conduct English and digital skills workshops or trainings.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community's interests and priorities, such as creative arts or a running club.
Volunteers live with host families for the first few weeks before transitioning to independent housing in mid-sized towns or cities. Housing is a reasonable distance, either on foot or by public transportation, from the work site.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Georgia country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Georgia
Joshua F.
Individual and Organizational Development (IOD) Volunteer
"I am hoping to see how our work further develops the organization I am aiding and nurtures the interests of the youth I am working with."
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After a 3-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to a mid-sized urban community where you will collaborate with governmental and/or non-governmental agencies. You will work with the partner and your community to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Georgia will equip you with Georgian language resources and you may work with a local tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program. Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or a different sector than their partner. Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities. Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Georgia, 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 Georgia. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
