Economic Development Volunteer, Trujillo, Peru

Company : Supporting Kids in Peru - SKIP
Location : Trujillo, Peru
Duration: 4 weeks to 6 months
Approx Costs: 500 to 1000 $ Dollars (US)

The EcoDev volunteer works with our Microcredit loan program and our Women's Artisanal workshops. Both of these are programs designed to improve the economic situation of the families that SKIP serves.

The Economic Development (EcoDev) Program at SKIP works with families living in poverty to offer financial opportunities to stabilise their income and improve living conditions. The department helps SKIP families create sustainable sources of income and provides them with opportunities to develop their artisanal and business skills to pursue their goals.

Its current project portfolio includes:

micro-credit program – this issues small loans and business consulting to current or potential business owners
construction program – small loans to improve the living situations of families
health-related loan program- small loans for health related emergencies
artisanal workshops, including jewelry-making, sewing, and weaving
business education workshops, one-on-one consulting

The Position

Under supervision of the EcoDev Coordinator, you will be responsible for a specific project within the department. However, because of the modest size of our team, volunteers contribute to aspects of all the projects within EcoDev.

Additionally, volunteers will assist in the children’s programme at SKIP twice a week by volunteering a morning/afternoon to work at the school as we feel this helps give additional perspective on the community.

While we ultimately desire our EcoDev Volunteers to speak some level of Spanish, we currently offer a limited amount of spaces for those who do not speak Spanish. However, priority will be given to those who are able to stay longer and are committed to improving their language abilities.

Responsibilities

Participate in the microcredit loans programme through office hours and visit houses in the community of El Porvenir
Manage a development portfolio of families/borrowers and be open to understanding their situation and providing solutions
Work with the mothers in the artisanal workshops and keep up with inventory sold in the local cafes and shops
Report to the EcoDev coordinator on a regular and consistent basis
Independently research, organise and manage an EcoDev project that will improve the living conditions of families in El Porvenir. In some cases, the project will need to be continued from a past volunteer rather than independently researched and organised

Start Dates

• Year Round

Costs / Benefits

• 1st month: 1600 Nuevos Soles (approximately £350 GBP)
• 2nd month: 1600 Nuevos Soles (approximately £350 GBP)
• 3rd-5th month: 1150 Nuevos Soles per month (approximately £260 GBP)
• 6th-8th month: 820 Nuevos Soles per month (approximately £185 GBP)
• 9th-12th month: 570 Nuevos Soles per month (approximately £130 GBP)

In return for your invaluable participation in our volunteering programme, SKIP will provide:
• A thorough induction to the organisation, programmes, department and specific role
• Structured and relevant training from fully qualified and experienced staff members
• Mentoring and support in the form of regular supervision and staff meetings as well as informal sessions
• The chance to be a part of a diverse and dedicated team and a welcoming community confirmation of volunteer service

Requirements

Required:
• Relevant work or study experience
• Commitment of 4 weeks minimum
• Ability to pass on competences and knowledge, but also to listen to suggestions
• Approachable and friendly demeanor to deal with parents
• Ability to work as a team, but also to take initiatives and work in an independent manner
• Be ready to exercise patience and show flexibility in living modestly and working with limited resources
• Willingness to help with other projects within the EcoDev department when necessary
• Excellent communication skills

Desired:
• Experience in economic development, in particular with small businesses
• Experience living or working in South America
• Intermediate or Advanced level of Spanish

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