TEFL Regional Programming and Training Specialist - Only Resumes in English will be considered

Descripción de la oferta

The U.S. Peace Corps takes a unique approach to making a difference. Our mission is to promote world peace and friendship by contributing to capacity-building and projects that are hands-on, grassroots-driven, and lasting. We work for the wellbeing and prosperity of vulnerable rural populations through the collaboration of professional American Volunteers.

This is a full-time position based in Tunja, under the direct supervision of the TEFL Project Manager (PM). The RPTS is responsible for supporting the planning, development, implementation and administration of the Peace Corps TEFL program and training. The position also coordinates and works closely with the Master Trainer (MT) and Regional Manager (RM) during training seasons and may require extended stays in Barranquilla during those. The RPTS / TEFL also supports the volunteers working on the project in administrative, training, and project-related issues. The RPTS / TEFL implements approved activities that meet continued programming and training needs for Staff and Volunteers. For further information find the complete Statement of Work in our web page Peace Corps Colombia.

This position provides on-going technical assistance and guidance to our TEFL Volunteers through site visits, phone calls, e-mails, etc; and carries out site identification and development processes in the Andean Region as well as provides host family training and orientations. The position coordinates with the MT and RM to diagnose needs, design learning objectives and methodologies, and deliver training.

Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in one of the following subject areas: English Education; Education; English, Humanities; TEFL, or related fields (social sciences, community development, etc.)
Prior Work Experience: Two or more years teaching English in a classroom setting, and minimum one year of experience in a project management role.
Language Proficiency: Strong communication and cross-cultural skills in spoken and written English and Spanish - Level IV (Fluent).
Knowledge: Understanding of the Colombian government’s educational objectives, priorities and structure
Skills and Abilities: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The ability to maintain good working relationships in intercultural contexts with Staff (American and Colombian) and Volunteers. Ability to develop and maintain mid-level contacts within the host government, international aid agencies, and the private sector. Ability to plan, organize and execute specific activities within the project and to prepare precise, analytical reports. Ability to render advice employing sound judgment within Agency guidelines. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and good general knowledge of IT Systems
Others: Availability to frequently travel in the region on multi day trips driving a vehicle and to travel occasionally and for several days to Barranquilla. Must have a valid Colombian driver’s license B1 or B2 first issued at least 5 years ago, with clean record and frequent driving practice for at least the last two years. Further information in Peace Corps Colombia
Salary: COP $64,197,000 annual basic salary (before discounts and benefits)

** Applicants for the position must: 1). Be Colombian citizens or have a valid work visa, 2). Possess an excellent manual shift vehicles driving record and valid Colombian driving license Category B1 or B2, 3). Successfully complete all Medical Examinations required by the Agency and/or the US Embassy for Staff allowed to drive official vehicles; 4). Successfully carry out the Security Study carried out by the Embassy of the United States of America and 5).Possess the complete vaccination scheme against Covid-19

Requerimientos

• Educación mínima: Universidad / Carrera Profesional
• 2 años de experiencia
• Idiomas: Español ,Inglés
• Conocimientos: Microsoft Project, Adaptación al cambio, Aprendizaje, Enseñanza, Gestión de proyectos, Hablar en público, Iniciativa, Liderazgo, Orientación al logro, Planificación de proyectos, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Docencia
• Licencias de conducir: B1 ,B2
• Disponibilidad de viajar: Si
• Disponibilidad de cambio de residencia: Si

Palabras clave: region, demarcacion, localidad, formacion, training, capacitacion, capacitador, especialista

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Acerca de Peace Corps Colombia

Peace Corps service is a life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and information ...

Peace Corps service is a life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and information and communications technology, agriculture, and environment.