Organization Name     : RET International

Position Name             : Recreational Activity Trainer

Duty Station                 : Harran, Şanlıurfa

Contract Lenght           : Till the end of December 31, 2019 (with possible extension)

Background information:

RET International, www.theRET.org, headquartered in Geneva Switzerland, with offices around the world, is an independent, impartial, non-partisan organisation, with no religious or political affiliation. RET International was founded in 2000 to address the dire need for education in emergencies in fragile contexts for vulnerable young people affected by displacement, violence, armed conflict and disasters.

Mission: What does RET do?

At RET we are committed to assisting communities to meet the educational needs, in the broadest sense, of YOUNG PEOPLE made vulnerable by displacement, violence, armed conflict and disasters.

RET International Values:

• Adaptability
• Dynamism
• Dedication
• Pragmatism

Job Description:

RA Trainer Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate recreational activity programme of RET in safe spaces.
• Plan, organize and implement psychosocially structured recreational activities
• Follow up attendance and all other documents of the beneficiaries and submit them to the Center Supervisor
• Plan and implement an output such as a small project, show or exhibition from each activity that will also contribute to the psychosocial wellbeing of the participants and community.
• To prepare weekly and monthly activity reports
• Develop new activities in accordance with the needs and interest of the beneficiaries in close collaboration with the Psychologist/Social Worker and Child Protection Officer.
• Plan, organize and implement a guest lecture series supplementary to the life skills programme designed according to the needs and interests of the community.
• Work in close collaboration with Life Skills Trainers.
• Work in close coordination with the Center Supervisor and the Child Protection Officer
   

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. RET International reserves the right to change this document.

Does RET follow an equal opportunities policy, for example concerning gender, race, ethnic origin, age, etc?

It is the mission of RET to provide equal access and opportunities for all. In fact, the RET focuses particularly on promoting the advancement of female youth in vulnerable situations and cultures that typically may steer young women into early marriages, housekeeping chores, prostitution, and trafficking. Our staff worldwide are particularly multicultural, in both HQ and in the field. We employ mostly local staff on the ground, with as few international expatriate staff as possible.

Profile & Skills

• At least a Bachelor Degree or a diploma in subjects related to sports,  department of physical education and sports and/or advance training in these subjects coupled with substantial working experience
• At least 2 years of training experience, preferably experience working directly with women and girls.
• Substantial experience in Protection, both overall Protection and in Gender Based Violence, including in conflict settings and with IDPs and refugees.
• Prior experience in working the children, youth, and refugees is an asset.
• Strong (self-) organizational and interpersonal skills, works well in multi-disciplinary team, high level of flexibility required
• Good knowledge and understanding of Humanitarian Principles and Protection frameworks, tools, and minimum standards.
• Excellent spoken and written language skills in Turkish or Arabic.
• English is an asset.

NOTE: Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in our organisation and wish you all the best in your career.