Legacy International · 13 hours ago
Program Associate for On-Demand Youth Leadership Program
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry Level
$16K/yr - $16K/yrLegacy International is a dedicated organization committed to elevating the next generation of leaders through education and meaningful dialogue. They are seeking a Program Associate for the On-Demand Youth Leadership Program, who will guide youth leadership development and facilitate program logistics for a three-week U.S.-based exchange program.
ConsultingPersonal DevelopmentTraining
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Nix Bradly
Responsibilities
Work with Legacy’s ODYLP Program Director and a community-based partner to plan and execute the day to day program logistics
Serve as a group leader/counselor for participants, assisting individuals to meet the demands of the program
Guide 16 international students through an arc of leadership development as they integrate the lessons from a variety of guest speakers, trainings, and, most importantly, the lessons they learn from one another
Assist in facilitating leadership clinics, group-building and orientation activities, cultural sharing sessions, activity and reflections circles
Throughout the three-week experience, guide students through community-based project planning sessions and capstone program preparations
Set-up communication channels (WhatsApp groups), LMS groups and monthly virtual meetings as needed for the adult mentors and youths from orientation through follow-on projects
Execute/support student communications – set-up systems for collection and tracking of forms and bio data. Organize & format participant data for program customization and visa procurement. Event/meeting set-up
Communicate with program providers
Help complete all required visa application/SEVIS information
Assisting with logistics - procuring supplies, gathering flight details for each person for travel agent, monitoring travel delays, baggage loss, arranging for meals and laundry needs, other errands
Set up cultural and educational site visits and associated logistics (bus, meals etc.) for Washington, DC dates
Maintain financial and cost share documentation
Identify, arrange and provide for special needs of students
Travel with the group, escorting them on all outings, serving as mentor, trip leader, and monitor group processes
Provide general program support as noted above (pre-program), especially when current plans need to be adjusted
Design and deliver icebreakers, group building games, and debriefing discussions
Mentor individuals and small groups in project planning sessions
Health monitoring and 1st aid assistance. Take students to clinics as needed. Implement and model adherence to infection control/safety protocols (i.e. mask requirements, social distancing, and temperature checks, and other possible mitigation measures)
Social Media Coordination - Photo documentation/archiving. Curate stories. Maintain Instagram and contribute to impact stories on our website. Create a final slide show
Serve as main group safety coordinator on sightseeing/touring in Washington, DC
Document program results
Social Media Assistance - photo archive organization and story curation
Maintain financial and cost share documentation
Qualification
Required
Experience with exchange programs, group travel programs or previous experience as a university resident advisor or residential camp counselor, preferably with teens
Experience with and comfortable independently organizing and leading group-building activities
Experience with cloud-based communication/collaboration tools (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Forms)
Social media storytelling experience
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, schedule events, and manage numerous details for large groups of people
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others based on knowledge of effective cross-cultural relations. This also includes experience with and comfortable helping navigate intercultural conflict amongst teens
Ability to establish work priorities, responds to unanticipated needs, and works well under pressure
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, remotely or in-person
Ability to adapt programming ideas to suit varied ages, physical and mental abilities, group sizes, cultures, and language abilities
Professional, flexible, resilient, resourceful, and proactive
Ability to take initiative and seek/accept guidance and supervision as needed
Willing to work in an intensive, cross-cultural environment with limited personal time
Ages 22 and older
Permanent U.S. residency
Preferred
Prior international travel and familiarity with the Washington, D.C. area is preferred
First aid and CPR certification is a plus, but not required
Benefits
Paid Leave Policy. For this temporary position, this comes to 47 hours (6 eight-hour days)
Remote work environment options and flexible work schedules
Company
Legacy International
Legacy International is a development company that offers training, peace education, and professional development solutions for the youth.
Founded in 1979
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
J.E. Rash
President/Founder
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