Work Readiness Trainer – Livelihoods (multiple positions available)

Work Readiness Trainer – Livelihoods (multiple positions available)

In partnership with Catholic Relief Services and other organizations, Iraqi Al Amal Association (IAA) is supporting an initiative to help diverse youth in the Ninewa Plains achieve productive livelihoods. This initiative is part of a broader program to better understand the barriers and enablers to durable returns in the region while increasing mutual understanding and trust among diverse tribal, religious, and ethnic groups in the Ninewa Plains.

Job Summary

As part of a youth livelihoods program, selected candidate will be responsible for the delivery of the work readiness training in accordance with the work readiness curricula. Create, lead lessons and hands-on activities as necessary. Help young people learn how to set livelihood goals, conduct a job search, write a CV, and interview for jobs. Create a supportive program culture that motivates young people and encourages the development of their self-esteem and confidence. Please send CV as soon as possible to Iraqi Al Amal Association at iraqialamal2014@gmail.com

Job Responsibilities

• Ability to establish rapport with young people and to relate to needs of diverse young people, with respect and sensitivity;
• Deliver work readiness entrepreneurship training during 3-month training phase;
• Provide support to young people during a 3-month coaching phase – follow up to assess how young people are doing in their jobs or internships, or continue to support their job search;
• Help young people to define their livelihood goals and conduct a search for jobs and internships;
• Identify placement opportunities and helpplace young people into internships, jobs, further technical training, and/or return to school;
• Ability to motivate youth;
• Support all aspects of the Pilot program and participate in team activities; and,
• Other responsibilities in response to Project needs, including helping and supporting other staff with the training and management of youth as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in facilitating training and leading participatory, hands-on activities for youth;
• Experience in youth livelihoodstraining and familiarity with work readiness skills;
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills;
• Strong commitment to helping young people to succeed, develop livelihood skills, and to make a difference in their community;

Experience working with youth in local community settings.