Country: Thailand
Closing date: 15 Aug 2015
VOLUNTEERING/INTERNSHIP OFFER
Research Project Officer / Educational Assistant –Chiang Mai, Thailand
Kids Home Foundation is a non-profit, non-political and non-religious organization that supports about 1000 children in need and their families in the slums of Chiang Mai Province (Northern Thailand). Through specifically tailored educational programs and flexible individual support, Kids Home protects endangered children, allows families to become self-sustainable and gives opportunities for a better future.
The Foundation is officially recognized by Thai Law and is supported by three independent entities: Kids Home France, Kids Home Italia and Kids Home America. All are recognized as a charitable association in their countries and have the vocation to raise fund and spread information about the work of Kids Home Foundation in Thailand.
More details on Kids Home’s projects on www.kids-home.org
Responsibilities of the advertised position:
Kids Home Foundation is currently looking for a Research Project Officer / Educational AssistantApplications (CV, cover letter) to be sent to Julien Strens (Local Manager) –**kidshome.foundation@gmail.com** before 15th August 2015.
as a volunteer (or intern). The objectives of the mission are
- Coordinate, develop and implement pedagogical tools throughout Kids Home educational projects
- Participate to local projects developed by Kids Home Foundation: Running educational animations in Access4Kids Project (educational activities designed to support mostly migrant communities working on construction sites)
- Conduct researcheson migration
Required skills:
Qualification:
Any diploma related to education or social work. Working experience with children required.
Knowledge in Montessori education and experience in humanitarian sector are important assets.
Personal characteristics:
Dynamic, creative, and proven skills of animation with children
Ability to work in team and independently with a deadline
Ability to provide and receive positive criticism in a sensitive manner
Highly motivated, flexible and interested in humanitarian missions
Reliable and respectful to local culture
Languages: English spoken and written (French is an asset)
Duration of contract: 6 months (flexible), starting during September 2015
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Position status: Volunteering/internship (certification can be awarded at the end of the project)
Compensation: No financial compensation but lunch on weekdays, accommodation and transportation means available
How to apply:
Applications (CV, cover letter) to be sent to Julien Strens (Local Manager)
before 15th August 2015.
