International Volunteer for Educational Development and Social Innovation in Guatemala

Opis

As a volunteer with ASEC-IGER’s Projects Unit, you will join a multidisciplinary team working on initiatives related to education, international cooperation, and social innovation. You will support the development and implementation of projects that contribute to positive social change in Guatemalan communities, collaborating closely with experienced professionals who will guide your learning process and professional growth.

Throughout this experience, you will gain first-hand knowledge of how international cooperation and social development projects are designed, coordinated, monitored, and communicated. You will have the opportunity to strengthen key skills in research, project management, communication, teamwork, and intercultural collaboration, while discovering Guatemala’s cultural diversity through field visits and direct engagement with local communities.

Main Responsibilities

The volunteer will support the Projects Unit through activities such as:

• Assisting in research processes and the collection, organisation, and systematisation of project-related information.
• Supporting the preparation, coordination, and follow-up of workshops, meetings, and project activities.
• Contributing to the documentation of experiences, results, and good practices.
• Supporting institutional communication and the dissemination of project achievements.
• Participating in field visits to better understand community realities and project implementation processes.
• Assisting in monitoring and evaluation activities to strengthen the impact and sustainability of educational and social initiatives.

All activities will be carried out under the guidance of ASEC-IGER’s professional team, providing a meaningful learning experience while contributing to projects with a positive impact on Guatemalan communities.

Ubytovanie, strava a doprava

At the beginning of the project, the volunteer will be accommodated in Guatemala City, in an apartment located in front of the organisation’s headquarters. The accommodation includes a private room, access to a shared kitchen and common areas, and essential utilities such as water, electricity, and gas.

After the initial period, the volunteer will relocate to a community in the interior of the country, where they will spend the majority of their volunteering experience carrying out educational activities and supporting local initiatives. Accommodation in these communities will be provided in safe and suitable conditions, with the necessary support to ensure the volunteer’s well-being and successful integration into the local environment.

Transportation required for project-related activities will generally be provided through institutional vehicles. 

Odborná príprava počas činnosti

The volunteer will receive comprehensive pre-departure training from Alboan, the sending organisation, in Europe before the start of the placement. 

Upon arrival in Guatemala, they will participate in an induction programme introducing ASEC’s mission, values, Development approach, and institutional strategy.

Various training and capacity-building opportunities are offered by the organisation

 

Profil účastníka

We are looking for a motivated and committed person interested in education, international cooperation, project development, and community engagement.

Academic Background and Interests

• Be a university student or recent graduate in International Relations, International Cooperation, Project Management, Education, Pedagogy, Social Work, Political Science, or related fields.
• Demonstrate an interest in education, international cooperation, social innovation, and community development.
• Show motivation to learn about project design, implementation, monitoring, and communication processes.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Basic knowledge of digital tools and collaborative platforms, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and online meeting applications.
• Good communication, writing, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A responsible, proactive, and organised attitude, with the ability to take initiative and adapt to new environments.
• Basic knowledge of Spanish or strong motivation to learn and improve language skills.
• Availability and willingness to participate in field visits and activities carried out in rural communities.

The ideal volunteer is a person who is curious, adaptable, open to intercultural learning, and committed to contributing positively to educational and social development initiatives.

Candidates must be 18 to 35 years old, reside in one of the eligible countries (EU Member State, North Macedonia, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Turkey), have completed the compulsory Humanitarian Aid Volunteering training and not have participated before in individual Humanitarian Aid Volunteering. When adding together this new volunteering opportunity and any previous participation in EU volunteering programmes, the total duration cannot exceed 12 months.

Obdobie činnosti

A total of 43 week(s) during the period 01/10/2026 to 02/08/2027

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Miesto činnosti

11 AV 18-45 ZONA 2 CIUDAD NUEVA, CIUDAD DE GUATEMALA, Guatemala

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Druh činnosti

Individuálna dobrovoľnícka činnosť

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Záujem o účastníkov z týchto krajín

Belgicko, Bulharsko, Chorvátsko, Cyprus, Dánsko, Estónsko, Francúzsko, Fínsko, Grécko, Holandsko, Island, Lichtenštajnsko, Litva, Lotyšsko, Luxembursko, Malta, Maďarsko, Nemecko, Portugalsko, Poľsko, Rakúsko, Rumunsko, Severné Macedónsko, Slovensko, Slovinsko, Taliansko, Turecko, Írsko, Česko, Španielsko, Švédsko

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Témy aktivít

Social challenges

Citizenship and democratic participation

Education and training

Creativity and culture

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Lehota na podávanie prihlášok

Lehota na podanie prihlášky nie je stanovená

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Kód projektu

2025-1-EACEA-VOLUN-101252031