Various – Peace Corps Response

Company: Peace Corps

Location: —

Clearance Required: None

Salary: You’ll receive a monthly living allowance that covers food, household supplies, communication costs, clothing, local transportation, and minor discretionary spending. The amount will vary based on your location—it will be enough for you to live a modest yet comfortable lifestyle within your new community.

Description

Search for open positions in more than 60 countries and find the place where you belong.

Peace Corps Response

Are you a skilled professional who’s ready to hit the ground running? Discover short-term, high impact service opportunities and use your talents to make a positive impact for generations to come.

https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/service-assignments/browse-opportunities/peace-corps-response/

Through Peace Corps Response Volunteer opportunities, experienced professionals can serve overseas on assignments that last 6-12 months while receiving a living allowance and other support.
• For U.S. citizens who have a college degree and at least 2 years of professional experience
• Service assignments last 6-12 months
• Receive a living allowance and other benefits while you serve
• Choose from opportunities in six sectors in more than 30 countries
• Be culturally competent and ready to collaborate

Are there benefits for Peace Corps Response Volunteers?
• Absolutely! As a Peace Corps Response Volunteer, housing costs are covered and you will receive a monthly living allowance that covers food and other costs. You will also earn vacation time, and the Peace Corps covers necessary medical and dental care, and provides student loan assistance, and more.

How much do Peace Corps Response Volunteers get paid?
• You’ll receive a monthly living allowance that covers food, household supplies, communication costs, clothing, local transportation, and minor discretionary spending. The amount will vary based on your location—it will be enough for you to live a modest yet comfortable lifestyle within your new community.

What kind of training do Peace Corps Response Volunteers get?
• Peace Corps Response Volunteers arrive in country with the necessary skills to hit the ground running. They will receive 1-2 weeks of orientation at the start of service to introduce them to their host country and provide information on health, safety, culture, and the partner organization they’re serving with.

Search for open positions in more than 60 countries and find the place where you belong.
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Adolescent Health Advisor
Community Health Advisor
HIV/AIDS Technical Advisor
Computer Science Trainer
Literacy Education Advisor
STEM Education Trainer
Literacy Education Trainer
Agribusiness Development Advisor
Agribusiness Development Advisor
Organizational Development Advisor
Health Systems Advisor
Curriculum Development Advisor
University STEM Teacher Trainer
Organizational Development Advisor
Behavioral Health Trainer
Physical Therapy Advisor
Disaster Risk Reduction Advisor
Small Business Development Trainer
Youth Development Trainer
STEM Education Trainer
Literacy Education Trainer
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Library Science Advisor
Literacy and Math Education Trainer
Maternal and Child Health Specialist
Teachers College Science Education Trainer
Environmental Educator
Geospatial Information System Advisor
Geospatial Information System Advisor
Small Business Development Advisor
University Digital Literacy Trainer
Small Business Development Advisor
Health Systems Advisor
Health Systems Advisor
Deaf Education Teacher
Health Systems Advisor
Health Systems Advisor
Tourism Business Trainer
Special Education Expert
Organizational Development Specialist
Resource Development Specialist
Digital Education Facilitator
English Instruction Specialist
STEM Educator
Digital Learning Specialist
Agroforestry Program Specialist
Ecotourism Specialist

Requirements

Who can serve as a Peace Corps Response Volunteer?

• You must be a U.S. citizen and generally, positions require a 4-year undergraduate degree and at least 2 to 5 years of professional experience.

• Many positions require advanced degrees or certifications, more than 5 years of relevant professional experience, and prior experience in mid- or senior-level positions. You can always connect with a Peace Corps recruiter for help finding the best fit.