Role overview - Facilitator

Dates and commitment
May - June	Planning phase	15 hours per month; incl. 1 online weekly meeting or training (time TBD)
19 July - 23 July	On-site training	Full time availability
23 July - 3 August	Course dates	Full time availability

Honorarium: Facilitators will receive an honorarium upon completion of the course.  Accommodation and meals during the training and short course will be covered by the EU Programme for Cypriot Youth at UWC. Other course-related expenses, including travel, will be reimbursed upon submission of receipts upon completion of the course. 

Training: The team will receive both virtual and on-site (peer-peer) training on facilitation, safeguarding, and other areas identified by the Short Course Organiser. 

Role details 

A short course facilitator helps to effectively deliver a UWC short course by moderating and facilitating daily activities and supporting participants during our camp-like learning experience. You will lead activities, workshops and discussions and engage participants using different experiential education methods. 

You will be part of a collaborative environment. Working together with an international team of facilitators from different backgrounds, you will have the chance to develop your leadership and teamwork skills. You are encouraged to contribute to the programme design and suggest ways to enrich the learning experience both before and during the course. 

What we’re looking for: 

● Affinity with UWCs mission and values 

● A passion for education and delivering UWC’s theory of change 

● Affinity with high school youth 

● Affinity with and knowledge of the Mediterranean region 

● Problem solving, care and diligence in addressing participant concerns 

● Effective communication and facilitation skills 

● Experience in facilitation, public speaking and/or teaching 

● Pro-activity and responsiveness 

● Enthusiasm and dynamism 

● Working language skills in English; knowledge of Greek and/or Turkish is a plus

● 21 years and older 

How to apply

Interested applicants must fill the online application form. 

Deadline for Coordinators and Safety and Well-being Coordinator: 23 March 2025

Dealing for Facilitators: 20 April 2025

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a video interview. Please note: Successful applicants will have to undergo a background and/or reference check.