DESCRIPTION

In this role, you will work under the supervision of the Program Manager to handle all things related to our Recreational and Educational Centre (REC) in Cerrito de la Virgen. You will be responsible for coordinating our Huanchaco Education and Learning Programmes (HELP) at the REC, and helping to manage the four HELP Project Coordinators (English, Environment, Youth, and Literacy). You will assist the HELP coordinators with planning and updating their respective curriculums, as well as communicating with local parents, ensuring the implementation of our safeguarding policy, flagging up any maintenance issues, and monitoring the progress of the HELP projects. To broaden our impact, you will also participate in outreach work to connect with more families in nearby communities, helping us to better understand the needs of the community and promote our services.

If there is no English/Environment/Youth/Literacy coordinator available, you may be required to take on one of these roles until we find a replacement volunteer.

The role of REC Coordinator is a great opportunity for those who want to gain project management experience and get an insight into the workings of grassroots NGO projects, but is better suited to individuals who already have some form of leadership or management experience. 

For students, all volunteer positions are available as internships, which is ideal for students looking to complete a year in industry/placement abroad. In this case, you will receive an extra level of mentorship and all appropriate communication with your academic institution to ensure compliance with internship placement requirements.

THIS POSITION INCLUDES TASKS SUCH AS

• Aid the HELP Project Coordinators in creating individualized lesson plans and updating our curriculum and resource packs.
• Ensure that all Project Coordinator resources are updated and organized (including materials, books, curriculums and activities).
• Supervise and coordinate other Recreation and Education volunteers, including running weekly team meetings, in collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Present positive results and any potential issues at the weekly meetings.
• Schedule activities, workshops and classes focusing on physical and psychological health and well-being, as well as learning and development. 
• Flag up safeguarding concerns to the Safeguarding Lead on the Management Team, filling out reports as necessary.
• Assist in managing the project budget and expenditure.
• Assist with local fundraisers.
• Keep the facility clean, tidy and functional, supervising the team to carry out basic everyday tasks, such as tidying up, cleaning, flagging up basic repairs to the management team and ensuring proper care and maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct outreach work in Las Brisas, Las Pampas, and el Tablazo to improve community engagement and expand our impact.
• Contribute new ideas on how to improve the program and the space.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• Personal pick-up upon arriving and walking tour through Huanchaco
• Thorough introduction to the organization 
• Certified training in First Aid and Child Safeguarding.
• 24/7 emergency support 
• Organized activities (barbeques, game nights, volunteer lunch etc.)
• Certificate of completion detailing your role, the project(s) you participated in and the dates you volunteered in.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Leadership skills and discipline.
• Experience managing kids/young people.
• Experience of teaching or working with or looking after children preferred.
• Currently studying/completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject desirable. Related subjects include: education, international development, social work, sociology, international relations, anthropology. 
• Organisation and planning skills.
• Good teamwork skills.

REQUIREMENTS

• Age 21+ on arrival 
• Current background check from your home country.
• Advanced knowledge of Spanish and English
• Time commitment: Minimum 3 months (ideally 6 months - long-term volunteers are preferred so that you have a chance to really get to know the community and get comfortable in your role.)