 Details |
 |
 |
 |
Deadline
December 31, 2012
Availability
(Global)
Contact Name
Michael Boampong
Contact email
michael@ypwc.org
Contact URL
http://ypwc.org/index.php?o...
Categories
Education
Globalization
Tags
You must be logged in to add tags.
|
|
About |
 |
YPWC is currently recruiting two to three interns to assist us with the development of our Millennium Development Goal Clubs. These clubs are being created with the generous support of the UN Millennium Campaign. These MDG Clubs are intended not only to make young people aware of the MDGs but to also get them directly involved in helping Ghana to meet the MDGs targets.
Interns are needed to assist with the following duties:
*Recruitment and selection of youth leaders to direct clubs within specific schools
*Development of curriculum for MDG clubs
*Assisting youth leaders to form clubs and organise regular meetings and activities
*Assistance with MDG club activity days (scheduling, running sessions, materials preparation,
*Proposal writing/grant seeking activities related to funding of long-term MDG club activities
The following qualifications and/or skills are required for the position of Youth Community Development Worker:
*Some post-secondary education is required
*Experience working cross-culturally
*Excellent communication skills
*Knowledge of the Millennium Development Goals
*Experience working with youths aged between 9-17 years
*Patience and flexibility will be a valuable asset
All interns are expected to make a contribution of $900 for an eight-week internship. This contribution will cover the following:
*Airport pickup
*Airport drop-off
*Three-meals daily
*Accommodation in a private room at a comfortable home-stay throughout your internship
*24/7 In-country support from trained resource personnel
*A comprehensive introduction package emailed prior to your arrival in Ghana High Commission
*Assistance with visa applications and extensions as needed
*Any academic paperwork as required
This fee does not cover airfare, insurance or in-country transportation costs.
If you feel you have what it takes to succeed as a Youth Community Development Worker, please forward your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why you are interested in this volunteer opportunity to the YPWC International Volunteer Programme coordinator at vip@ypwc.org. You can expect a response within five to seven business days.
|
|
 |
Organization
This opportunity was posted by:
Young People We Care (YPWC)
Our program works with young people in areas of Youth Migration, HIV/AIDS and the Millennium Development Goals. The YPWC Capacity Development Institute has also been helpful in equipping young people with skills and resources that will aid their advocacy work.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Opportunity:
view more
Home
Resources
