Various organizations across Georgia have requested the support of Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) to serve as Social Service Improvement Specialists. In Georgia, social welfare and social services face significant gaps in accessibility and quality of programs. Addressing these gaps requires a multi-faceted approach, involving increased funding, community education to combat stigma, and the development of more accessible and inclusive social welfare programs and services. Civil society organizations and non-government organizations (CSO/NGOs) play a significant role in providing direct services to beneficiaries, working with the government to influence policy and funding, and partnering with international organizations to adopt and institutionalize best practices in social welfare program management and quality assurance.
The PCRVs will support CSO/NGOs in a number of management areas such as talent development, including recruitment strategies and training programs, and stakeholder engagement through advocacy and cooperative funding models. PCRVs will also be positioned to observe the service program planning and implementation, offer feedback and recommendations for quality assurance and service improvement, as well as help Independent Living Centers (ILCs) in building the sustainability plans for the social service programs.
Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in Georgia together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in social work combined with two years of experience in social service management or degree in management, organizational development, project management, nonprofit management, public administration or related field
At least two years of professional experience in social service programs or NGO/nonprofit sector programming or administration
Experience working with vulnerable populations, including people with disabilities
Experience in advocacy, networking and partnership development
Experience in organizational design and development, including strategic planning
Experience in fundraising and/or grant writing
Strong computer skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong leadership skills
High tolerance for ambiguity and high level of flexibility
Living conditions
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Medical considerations
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