Youth Skills Training Officer
Peace CorpsDominica
Posted January 22, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
The Peace Corps, founded in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy, is the United States' leading international service organization that deploys volunteer citizens to partner with communities worldwide. Volunteers work on sustainable solutions in education, health, economic and agricultural development, environmental stewardship, and youth empowerment across 142 countries. Their hands‑on projects—ranging from HIV/AIDS prevention to food security and conservation—create lasting local impact while fostering deep cultural exchange. With over 240,000 volunteers to date, the Peace Corps uniquely blends public‑service expertise with a global perspective, preparing participants for success in an interconnected economy.
Job Description
The Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Community Development in the Commonwealth of Dominica is looking for a Youth Skills Training Officer to support the bi-annual youth skills training program. The ideal candidate will have a Master of Arts/Master of Science degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Clinical Psychology or 3 or more years of relevant experience. The role involves developing learning tools, facilitating sessions, building a mentoring program, and promoting volunteerism.
Requirements
- Master of Arts/Master of Science degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Clinical Psychology
- 3 or more years of relevant experience in organizational development/capacity building, social work for youth, or experience serving youth organizations
- Experience designing and facilitating training workshops for youth and adult learners, conducting literacy training, and working with neurodivergent students