JOB RESPONSIBILITY
Position Description
The Country Representative is a crucial role for Teach for ASEAN as we move into our third year of our operations in Myanmar. As the Country Representative, you will manage the operation in Yangon with the support of our International Support Team, lead the local team and develop our programmes in Myanmar and have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of many youths.
This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate in the social sector to spend at least 1.5 years in the Golden Land of Myanmar.
While there is a team in Singapore, Portugal, New Zealand and local Myanmar volunteers to support you when needed, working in a developing country like Myanmar would not be easy. High levels resilience and adaptability are needed – however, you are guaranteed to be greatly rewarded for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
This is a Fellowship programme that will place you in Yangon for at least 1.5 years, with some monthly stipends. You will become a leader with managerial responsibilities to build, implement and grow our social impact programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Overview
- Design run and grow components of Project Runway and Workplace Skills Programme.
- Network with employers, training schools and other NGOs to create opportunities for Myanmar youths to realise their potential.
- Develop and maintain volunteer programmes.
- Assess needy communities and place youths on our support programmes.
- Reach out to more supporters and gather resources from all over the world to power the programmes.
- Build, grow and sustain the social enterprise to generate revenue to power the organization.
Management & Leadership
- Oversee and manage Teach for ASEAN’s programmes, taking responsibility for ensuring delivery.
- Oversee Teach for ASEAN’s finances in Myanmar.
- Initiating and setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization.
- Planning the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones and processes.
- Developing or approving budgets and operations.
Volunteer Training and Engagement
- Work with Programme Executive to develop and maintain volunteer records, training curriculum, training checklists, and manuals as necessary.
- Develop, regularly update, and carry out volunteer orientation for all new volunteers.
- Plan, schedule, and oversee quarterly volunteer in-service training sessions.
- Ensure that an appropriate volunteer appreciation program is in place. Carry out program and plan annual volunteer appreciation event.
External Relationships
- Maintain and manage relationships with Teach for ASEAN’s existing partners and supporters, and secure additional partnerships with organizations who can help Teach for ASEAN and its programmes thrive.
What will you get?
- Once in a lifetime experience of being able to create something out of nothing, as well as to plant a seed and watch it grow.
- Endless frustrations but equally joyous moments.
- Creating impact and sharing the gifts of education and opportunities with needy youths.
- A community of supporters who rally around this cause.
- A brand new onboarding and training programme (4 part curriculum pieced together by our senior team) to get you started.
- Stipends to cover air tickets, visas, living costs and some pocket money.
- Simple accommodation.
Living in Myanmar
Living Conditions
You will live in a single room in a shared volunteer dormitory. You will live at the level of the people with whom you work. This means you might sometimes do without most of the amenities that you may be used to. Living conditions will be simple, thus flexibility and a sense of humour regarding living conditions will ease transition to the lifestyle. During rainy seasons, there is no guarantee of continuous electricity or running water and facilities will be very basic. Drinking water must be boiled, filtered, or purchased.
Living Allowance and Money Management
You will receive a monthly allowance in Myanmar currency (kyat) that is sufficient to live at the level of the local people. The allowance covers food, household supplies, clothing, transportation to and from work, utilities, recreation and entertainment, and incidental expenses. You are expected to live at a level that is comparable with that of your host country counterparts. Due to foreign sanctions, most people pay cash for everything.
Contact Us
Interested candidates, please email your CV and cover letter to hello@teachforasean.asia or email us for more information.
