Sports for Development Facilitator

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Implement S4D classes in 7 Makani centers.
• Create lesson plans and ensure all themes are covered
• Use different techniques and strategies to effectively engage youth.
• Promote and ensure youth participation in all activities.
• Lead talks and activities using sports tools around S4D and how it affects personal growth.  
• Incorporate Life Skills into the S4D courses to support holistic youth development. 
• Ensure that all activities are done in an appropriate location in line with minimum standards.
• Document all necessary feedback and provide regular monitoring reports to the technical officer.
• Ensure that all youth are aware of any Feedback and complaint mechanisms.
• Identify and Refer cases of youth when needed.
• Ensure any specific organization assessment tools are implemented where applicable.
• Ensure that youth are not exposed to any form of harm or stress during the activity and that they feel safe and respected.
• Positively interact with youth and encourage them to express their needs and ensure their safety.
• Ensure participation of youth in the program in a non-discriminatory as well as age and gender-sensitive and appropriate approach.
• Respect and Abide by the organization's internal code of conduct and child protection/safeguarding policy.

Experience & skills

• The volunteer must be skilled in the use of Excel and Word.
• Communication skills: The facilitator should be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly articulate information, be a good listener, and be able to establish positive relationships and build trust with people at all levels.
• Planning skills: The facilitator should be able to develop and respect work plans, work independently, manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and plan house visits.
• Social consciousness: The facilitator should be socially aware of the socio-economic situation of the area and how it can affect children’s enrolment in and attendance of education.

Education:

• University degree with minimum 1 year of experience; or high school degree with minimum 3 years of experience in domains related to Sports and physical education
• Prior experience as a trainer or facilitator is required.
• Experience working with groups of Youth.
• A thorough awareness of life skills and how to incorporate them into sports programs.
• deal experience in tracking and assessing how sports programs affect young people's development.   
• Should be motivated, flexible, and have good communication skills.