Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 30 Jun 2016
Local Programme Coordinator
LICHUTAM is an international development association based in El Valle del Polochic – Guatemala, with the vision to promote sustainable development while improving the possibilities and conditions for its inhabitants through innovative initiatives. To this end we have been working in Guatemala since January 2009. During this time we have advanced in different aspects focusing on education activities with primary and secondary school, IT literacy courses, and vocational training – just to mention a few. On the other hand for the facilitation of financial resources and volunteering we established LICHUTAM International with branches in Germany, France, Holland, the UK and Spain. As this moment we are reaching the point where we are financially self-sufficient. LICHUTAM is a project facilitator and does not impose political- nor political beliefs.
We are a small and young organization, a group of eager and practical people that want to make a difference in the development. We are currently looking to expand our team - we are looking in particular for an “in place” programme coordinator and long-term partner that is able to take responsibilities and develop ownership within the association. This is a fantastic hands-on field opportunity for a person that wants a career in international development, enjoys working in rural areas and has very good intercultural communicative skills. The LPC will lead a team of up to 4 volunteers. For more details please find below the job profile.
Important information:
- Application deadline is the 30.06.2016**
- Send application including CV and Motivation Letter to info@lichutam.org
- If you are a successful applicant, we will contact you to arrange an Interview. If living in London, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Paris or Guatemala City we would have a personal interview. Otherwise we will arrange a Skype Interview.
- Interviews will take place the week following the application deadline
- This position is to start in August
Job Profile
We are looking for:
- A minimum of 10 months involvement in the field
- Fluent in Spanish and English- both written and spoken
- A minimum of an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. development, social sciences, international relations, economics) - a Master’s degree is an advantage
- Project Management skills
- Working experience in developing countries is desirable
- Ability to adapt to a tropical climate in a rural environment
- Demonstrating high level of cultural sensitivity, able to work with a Q’eqchi community
- Good intercultural communication skills
- Good at managing people and a team player
- Able to take responsibility but as well to communicate with the board when necessary
- "Doer" attitude – eager to fulfill goals - result based management
- Experience in developing countries is desirable but not required
Principal Responsibilities:
- In place coordination and management of LICHUTAM projects
- Management of local and international volunteers
- A good overview of the overall programme administration
- Result-based management
- Reporting periodically to LICHUTAM Board in Guatemala and Internationally
- To continuously implement a Results-Based Monitoring system
- Liaise with external organizations (governmental and other NGOs) that serve the same purpose
- Develop a trustful relationship with the community
- Continue the implementation of the component education
We offer:
- To cover all living and operational expenses
- Unique opportunity to work with Q’eqchi Mayan families in the heart of Guatemala
- Secured living - volunteer lodge ‘El Igloo’ to be shared with max 3 others
- Embedded opportunities for leisure and travel
- Internet connection
- Reimbursement of work related transportation
- An excellent experience if pursuing a career in the international development field
- A recommendation letter upon successful completion of the assignment.
We do not cover the flight costs to Guatemala and we cannot offer remuneration. This is a unique opportunity to gain working experience in a cross-cultural environment while working in the field. You will be living in one of the most beautiful regions in Central America; having the possibility to improve your language skills and to lead a team in a grassroots organisation. The LPC role suits highly motivated people who want to make a visible difference in local development.
We look forward to meeting the candidates – please feel free to contact us via info@lichutam.org would you need further details.
Team LICHUTAM
How to apply:
Send application including CV and Motivation Letter Motivation Letter to info@lichutam.org If you are a successful applicant, we will contact you to arrange a personal or video conference interview.