VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

NATIONAL YOUTH AMBASSADOR CORPS (10)

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Background: The National Youth Ambassador Corps is a component of the Department of Youth and Culture’s ONSTREAM programme. ONSTREAM is a mainstreaming programme that seeks to systematically integrate a youth perspective at all levels of the development process. The Corps, will create a structured opportunity for young people to participate in decision making through involvement on committees, boards and other decision making for a; while at the same time developing their capacity for leadership.

Volunteer Function

1. Represent the interests of young people at various fora, nationally, regionally and internationally.

2. Research and document youth perspectives.

3. Serve as a consultant on youth perspectives for policy makers and development agencies.

4. Educate young people about development issues

Criteria for Selection

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

1. Be between 16-28 years.

2. Have a history of active involvement in youth organisations or youth work.

3. Have demonstrated leadership and communication skills.

4. Be Computer literate.

5. Be able to commit for at least one year of service.

6. Be resident in Anguilla for at least two years.

7. Be motivated and flexible to attend a range of activities locally, regionally/internationally.

8. Possess the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Deadline Date for Applications  (Download Application Form (.doc))

January 11th 2008

Contact Information

For further information, application forms and instructions email: axayouthambassador@gmail.com  or call the Department of Youth and Culture at 498-3792.