DESCRIPTION
Americans for Informed Democracy/AMP Global Youth is seeking a Coordinator for Global Scholar, our groundbreaking and intensive two-week academic enrichment program that offers rising high school juniors and seniors the chance to sharpen their understanding of international affairs and leadership skills in a university setting. Find out more at www.globalscholar.org.
The Coordinator will provide program and logistical support during the July 2017 session. He/she will support the curriculum, students and logistics of the program. The ideal candidate will also be able to facilitate occasional sessions on global issues like poverty and climate change, as well as skill building workshops. (Note: outside speakers and experts will present material during these sessions.)
This is an intensive but fun experience for an individual interested in global affairs and youth leadership. Successful candidates will have experience with leading residential trips / programs, as well as with the content of the Global Scholar program.
Responsibilities will include:
Overseeing logistics of two two-week sessions for high school students, including: transportation, meals, housing, field trips and more.
Facilitating learning and ensuring program objectives are met. Although other staff and speakers will provide content, the Coordinator should make connections between issues, facilitate conversation, etc.
Serving as friend / parent / counsel for high school students who may be traveling away from home and family for the first time.
Ensuring participants are following all safety and behavioral guidelines.
Ensuring Global Scholar agreement with facilities is upheld at all times, including housing, meals and classrooms.
Ensuring that workshop speakers have all necessary information, and that room and equipment are in place, etc.
Relevant skills and experiences:
Experience overseeing groups, trips, camps, conferences or equivalent of young people, for example as a camp counselor, RA, etc.
Significant experience handling event logistics, including speakers, meals and facilities.
Enough experience with global issues and advocacy to lead group discussions on these topics.
Excellent personal and communications skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Hours, Pay and Benefits: This is a one-time, contract position for the month of July. The Coordinator will contribute 2-3 days before and after the program to finalize program details and wrap up evaluations (days are flexible). The Coordinator will live in university housing with Global Scholar participants. Meals will be provided. Salary will depend on hours worked and experience.
Americans for Informed Democracy / AMP Global Youth is a national student organization that amplifies the story, voice and power of global youth. Find out more at www.ampglobalyouth.org and/or www.globalscholar.org
HOW TO APPLY
opportunities@aidemocracy.org
http://www.globalscholar.org