PEACE CORPS/PANAMA SEEKS A
FULL-TIME TECHNICAL TRAINER FOR
SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE SYSTEMS
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Develop sustainable agriculture systems training materials on organic agriculture, small
animal husbandry (chickens, pigs, goats, etc.), agroforestry (coffee, cacao, etc.) and
agribusiness
Facilitate technical and intercultural training in formal (classroom settings) and non-formal
setting (including field activities) to North Americans using participatory methodologies
Provide logistical and budget support for workshops and trainings throughout of Panama
Provide year around technical support to North Americans and Panamanians in rural and
indigenous communities
Provide monitoring and evaluation of the technical training program verbally and written.
Travel 50% in interior visiting volunteers and community and agency counterparts,
requiring an ability to drive 4x4 manual transmission on rough roads.
Qualifications:
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University degree in Agriculture, or related field.
Experience in training of trainers in technical sustainable agriculture systems topics and
proven ability to conduct training activities using the related technical terms in English and
Spanish
Experience in teaching methodology for farmers, producers associations or cooperatives.
Experience in basic principles of curriculum design
Experience in materials development with a focus on agriculture and related areas.
Able to organize, prepare and run community-based practicum sessions.
Experience working or studying in a cross-cultural environment.
Knowledge about Panama’s history and familiarity with Panama’s ethnic groups and
culture.
Strong organizational skills and team player with excellent interpersonal communications
skills, including the ability to lead, motivate, counsel and advise adults.
Must be fluent in Spanish and English languages (oral and written); indigenous language
will be a plus.
Computer literate.
Valid driver’s license; ability to drive 4x4, manual transmission.
Ability to travel, spending 50% of time working in the “interior”/ rural areas sometimes
under harsh conditions.
Benefits
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$1,200 to $1,500 per month, health insurance, life insurance, transportation allowance.
If you fulfill the requirements, please email your resume with cover letter in English to
hiring@pa.peacecorps.gov no later than November 20, 2010.