Erasmus Plus Youth Officer (Volunteer)

Requires a Cover Letter?: 
yes
Application Submissions Guideline: 

Send us your CV and Motivation Letter to: [email protected]

Mention in the email subject: Re-Erasmus Plus Youth Officer (Volunteer)

Deadline: 27 September 2019

Contact Person Name: 
Lama Zeinoun Tabet
Contact Person Position: 
Head of Youth Department
Contact Person Email: 
Description: 

Who are we?

The Chabibeh Sporting Club” was established in 2002 through resolution Nb. 35 SH/R from the Lebanese Ministry of Youth and Sports. Today, “Chabibeh” is a member of 6 Lebanese sports Federations, and participate yearly at national tournaments and competitions.

Since its founding, the club used sport as a tool to positively integrate young people in their society, and to develop the skills needed to empower them physically, socially, educationally, culturally and professionally.

In 2008, Chabibeh founded its Youth Department called “Chabibeh Youth” which is working closely and in strong collaboration with the sports department “Chabibeh Sports”.

The two departments offer a one of a kind experience and a safe, interactive and supportive environment where young people can practice their favorite activity, build friendship, and acquire lifetime skills through the different local and international projects and programs.

Sports, Youth Empowerment, Youth Participation, Volunteering, Peace and Reconciliation and Social Development became the main areas of focus for Chabibeh whether through “Chabibeh Sports” or “Chabibeh Youth” 

Our Vision: We envision a society where youth are empowered socially, culturally and educationally

Our Mission: Empowering Lebanese youth physically, socially, educationally, culturally and professionally through Sports, Non Formal Education and participation in local and international programs and projects.

Our Objectives

Chabibeh Sports

  • Preparing and Training sports players and teams to participate at national, regional and local competitions and championships
  • Organizing weekly sports activities, summer sports programs and training camps for players and teams
  • Targeting a wider audience by always adding new sports activities

Chabibeh Youth

  • Bringing  together  children  and  teenagers  from  different  religious  and  cultural backgrounds and offering them opportunities to interact and work together on common goals
  • Enhancing young people Active Citizenship and Active Participation through volunteering opportunities
  • Developing the life skills of young people through capacity building programs and participation in local and international projects
  • Networking  with  local  and  international  organizations  to  expose  Youth  to  new environments and opportunities

Where are we located?

Chabibeh Sporting Club operates in the “Chafic Saeid Public school for boys”. The school is located in Ain el Remmaneh, Pierre Gemayel Street.

What will you do in this assignment?

Chabibeh Sporting Club is active in the Erasmus Plus /Youth in Action/Euromed programs  since 2008, and on a yearly basis, the organization develops and implements projects with European NGOs. Projects can take the form of Youth Exchanges, Training workshops or Volunteering services. Within the framework of these projects, we prepare and send young people to take part in the activities. The projects activities are either implemented in Lebanon or in another country.

The Erasmus Plus Youth Officer responsibilities will include:

  • Maintaining the Erasmus Plus projects database and updating it regularly
  • Following up with partners on the project proposals needed documents and application submission process
  • Preparing and posting Call for Participation for the approved projects
  • Preparing and facilitating the meetings for selecting participants in the approved Erasmus Plus projects
  • Preparing and facilitating pre-departure meetings with the selected participants and supporting them before their travels (information-invitation letters- supporting documents-visa preparation-etc..)
  • Preparing and facilitating evaluation meetings with the selected participants after their return
  • Organizing the follow up activities to be done by selected participants after their return
  • Following up on the reporting process of selected participants after their return
  • For projects implemented in Lebanon, and in addition to the tasks listed above, supporting with logistics and administrative tasks
  • Maintaining and updating the soft and hard files of the Erasmus Plus office
  • Keeping the Head of the Youth department informed and collaborating closely with him/her on all matters

How much effort is needed?

The volunteer is expected to contribute up to 15 hours per week, and schedule will be agreed on with the Head of Youth Department based on the availability of the volunteer and the Chabibeh Sporting Club schedule.

Monthly schedules will be agreed on at the beginning of every month.

What will you gain from this experience?

As a Chabibeh Club "Erasmus Plus Youth Officer" and volunteer, you will:

  • Develop your leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
  • Strengthen your knowledge and skills related to Youth Programmes, especially Erasmus Plus
  • Learn about local and international youth work
  • Gain work experience related to projects coordination and administration
  • Make new friends
  • Have a positive impact on the youth of your society
  • Certificate of participation
  • Written recommendation: You will work directly with an organization that has a long experience in Erasmus Plus and is part of an international network of Youth NGOs registered in Valencia Spain
  • Participate in training workshops and personal development opportunities offered by Chabibeh Sporting Club
  • Have the priority to take part in Erasmus Plus fully funded projects

NOTE: This is a volunteering unpaid position, but Chabibeh Sporting Club  will provide compensation for transportation within Lebanon

How do you know that this opportunity is for you?

  • Do you like to volunteer in a grassroot NGO?
  • Are you comfortable in Non Formal settings with a family and friendly atmosphere?
  • Are you an organized person and like to work in administrative and coordination positions?
  • Do you communicate well in English?
  • Do you believe in the power of Youth Work?
  • Do you believe that volunteering is a learning and self-development opportunity?
  • Do you have ideas, and want a place that allows you to implement it?

If your answer is yes to these questions, and you are 18+ years old, then this opportunity is Yours

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NOTE:

Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.

Last modified: 
19 May, 2020
Intervention Sector(s):
Children & Youth, Coordination & Information management, Development, Social & Cultural Development, Training & Capacity Building
Application Deadline:
Friday, 27 September 2019
Contract Type:
Volunteer
Period of Employment:
One year
Salary
N/A
Salary Range:
Unpaid Position
Education Degree:
High School
Education Degree Details:
Experience Requirements:
No experience required
Arabic Language:
Very Good
English Language:
Very Good
French Language:
None
Country/City: 
  • Lebanon
  • Mount Lebanon
  • Baabda
  • Chiyah
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