Peace Corps Job Vacancy Announcement

POSITION TITLE: Programming and Training Specialist

Opening Date: November 17, 2017

Closing Date: November 24, 2017
Work Hours: Full Time

RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position provides Programmatic and Training support to the Peace Corps Albania's Health
Education, Community Organization Development, and TEFL Projects. The Programming and
Training Specialist works as part of a team with the Director of Programming and Training, Program
Managers, and collaborates closely with all members of the Programming and Training and
Administrative Units.
Responsibilities include facilitating training session for Trainees during their Pre-Service Training
upon their arrival in Albania, as well as for currently serving Volunteers through the various trainings
and workshops organized throughout their service. This position also contributes to the Health
Education, Community Organizational Development, and TEFL Projects by managing the Volunteer
Reporting Process which includes training, maintenance, trouble shooting, reporting, and coordination
with all Programming and Training staff, and providing verbal and written feedback to Volunteers on
their work reports.
Additional functions include assisting in the following: designing and managing appropriate technical
training to enhance the initial placement of Volunteers and the quality of their projects; developing
and maintaining project plans; monitoring and evaluating the implementation of individual Volunteer
projects to ensure their quality and consistency with the project plan; identifying viable, effective and
safe sites and housing for Peace Corps Volunteers; supporting Volunteers at their sites; supporting
and monitoring the safety and security of Volunteers; and serving as a liaison between Peace Corps
and ministries and host agencies engaged in development in Albania.

REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive
information supporting each item.
1. EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree is required.
2. EXPERIENCE: Experience of 2+ years of related work with relevant government agencies, not-
for-profit organizations, or private businesses
3. LANGUAGE: Excellent command of English, both spoken and written; native ability in spoken
and written Albanian is required.
4. ABILITY: Excellent computer skills including word processing and Excel spreadsheet
programs, ability to work independently with little supervision; good organization and time
management skills; willingness to take the initiative; excellent teamwork skills, strong service
attitude; personal integrity; strong cross-cultural skills; strong interpersonal skills, strong interest
in Albanias development; and ability to travel extensively.
5. TRAINING EXPERIENCE: Experience in training and using non-formal education techniques,
Experience in gender and/or youth related programming and training.

Additional Requirements
Ability to maintain clean background check/security badge.
Valid passport and ability to travel outside Albania

SALARY:
The Peace Corps is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of the Peace Corps to provide
equal opportunity in employment to all persons, to prohibit discrimination because of race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. It is the policy of Peace Corps Albania
to pay wages similar to those paid by other local employers for similar work. Salaries are paid in
Albanian lek. The hiring grade and the exact amount of salary will depend on the qualifications of
the employee.

TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB:

Application packages should include a current resume or CV, an essay/cover letter written in
English, that portrays why you would make a good fit for the Programming and Training Specialist
position at Peace Corps and three references, certificates, or other documents that can demonstrate
your skills and abilities. Application packages can be submitted from Monday through Friday from
9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the Peace Corps office at Rr. Besnik Sykja, Nr. 2, by mailing them to
Peace Corps Albania, PO Box 8180, Tirana, Albania or via email to
information@al.peacecorps.gov during the vacancy period. Only applications received on or
before COB, November 24th, 2017 will be considered. Please address packets to the Director of
Management and Operations. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. For more information on
the vacancy please visit: http://tirana.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites