Job Description
Job Description
In Peru, 18% of young Peruvians between the ages of 19 to 25 face challenges that limit education and work opportunities. Peruvian NEET population (NINIs in Spanish meaning they don't work or study) is mainly associated with two factors: high rates of school dropouts and teen pregnancy.
Youth Development Facilitators work in partnership with youth and youth service providers (school staff, parents, community leaders, public service workers, and government officials) to support youth to build leadership, life and employability skills, and enhance their engagement in the community. Life skills education focuses on developing a positive identity, critical thinking, and healthy lifestyle activities. Employability skills focus on mentoring activities, vocational skill career fairs, workshops on mock interviews, and developing a life plan.
A Youth Development Facilitator will often be found working alongside local high school teachers, supporting the implement...
In Peru, 18% of young Peruvians between the ages of 19 to 25 face challenges that limit education and work opportunities. Peruvian NEET population (NINIs in Spanish meaning they don't work or study) is mainly associated with two factors: high rates of school dropouts and teen pregnancy.
Youth Development Facilitators work in partnership with youth and youth service providers (school staff, parents, community leaders, public service workers, and government officials) to support youth to build leadership, life and employability skills, and enhance their engagement in the community. Life skills education focuses on developing a positive identity, critical thinking, and healthy lifestyle activities. Employability skills focus on mentoring activities, vocational skill career fairs, workshops on mock interviews, and developing a life plan.
A Youth Development Facilitator will often be found working alongside local high school teachers, supporting the implement...
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