Volunteer Support Assistant (VSA)
Peace Corps, in International Development agency f the US Govt, has an immediate opening for a Volunteer Support Assistant (VSA) for the Peace Corps Program in Malawi, S/he will be responsible for helping create a positive culture of strong volunteer support within Peace Corps Malawi, Successful candidate will report to the Deputy Director of Programming and Training in the Peace Corps Malawi Office
Applicants must have a Bachelors Degree and experience as an international volunteer with prior experience working in Malawi being highly desirable, S/he must have - the ability to work independently with limited supervision, possess a solid understanding of the Peace Corps Malawi program and have demonstrable interpersonal, multi cultural and team building skills
Demonstrable knowledge of the core concepts, issues and practices related to effective Volunteer support, Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate positive working relationships, Ability to cultivate contacts ad perform training comfortably, Demonstrable maturity and professionalism and strong monitoring and coaching skills, Strong written and verbal communication skills including excellent computer skills (including Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point), Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Only electronic applications will be received, Candidates who meet the above qualifications should send a detailed CV with typed cover letter that includes their qualifications, past work experience, professional references, degrees/certificates and telephone contact information to InfoPeaceMw@peacecorps.gov Applications must reach the US Peace Corps not later than 5 pm on 12th September, The US Peace Corps is an equal opportunity employer
