Empowered Youth Technician
With intervention in Panzós, Alta Verapaz
The minimum requirements include:
- University studies in Social Work, Psychology or other Careers related to the development sector.
- 3-5 years of experience in the implementation of actions focused on youth development. Preferably, with Municipal Offices for Children, Adolescents and Youth and / or with NGOs in Youth Programs.
- Experience in community organization, especially in the formation of youth networks and in the implementation of actions to strengthen capacities in matters of context analysis, formulation of proposals, and advocacy to participate in decision-making spaces at the municipal level.
- Experience in the development of situation studies at the territorial level and the elaboration of technical proposals to contribute to the search for investment opportunities in programs in favor of youth.
- Experience in the implementation of the financial inclusion methodology (Savings and Loans Groups).
- Experience the implementation of information and communication campaigns with impact.
- Proven ability in the development of alliances, coordination and resource mobilization with the different actors involved in programmatic implementation.
- Strong knowledge of community development principles, rights-based approach, especially respect for principles of participation, inclusion, gender, diversity and responsibility.
- Q’eqchí language command, indispensable.
- Knowledge of mobile technologies for the collection of information (telephones, tablets), essential.
- Skill and mastery of Office packages (Word, Excel, Power Point), use of email, internet, Google Drive.
- Current license to drive a two-wheeler.
- Availability to stay in the intervention municipality of the Project. Preferably reside there.
The main functions include:
- Implement programmatic actions, ensuring effective communication internally and externally to the Organization with the actors who will be present in the same geographic areas and spaces for participation.
- Effectively manage with the Municipal Offices for Children, Adolescents and Youth; as well as with the institutional framework related to the theme to coordinate strategies.
- Guarantee the logistics and quality control of the work carried out in the field.
Mercy Corps encourages all qualified people to apply; women’s participation is encouraged, minority groups or other underrepresented groups that meet the requirements of the position and possess the necessary skills, knowledge and experience.
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all the people we come into contact with through our work, be they team members, community members, participants in programs or others, be treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the basic principles relating to the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse established by the Secretary-General of the United Nations and the Inter-Agency Standing Committee ( IASC ). We have also signed the Inter-institutional Plan for the Dissemination of Indebted Behaviors. By applying for this position, the candidate confirms that he has not previously violated the company’s policy regarding sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, protection of minors or trafficking in human beings. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment by or by members of our team. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs and adhere to the policies and values of the Mercy Corps Code of Conduct at all times. Team members must take the required e-learning courses on the Code of Conduct when recruited and annually.
As a candidate, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, notify the Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline (integrityhotline@mercycorps.org)
How to apply
Interested candidates must send via email to: human resources@mercycorps.org their CV and a letter of interest with expectations and salary history; expressing its commitment to agree to comply and be an ambassador for the policies of the Mercy Corps Code of Conduct; confirming that throughout his professional career he has not violated an employer’s Code of Conduct.
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LIMIT DATE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS: JANUARY 24, 2024 AT 2:00 p.m.
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