Intern - YPEC

The Youth Public Engagement Champions (YPEC) are a group of six Canadian youth aged 16-24 who raise awareness of global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights through the SHE SOARS* project.RequirementsCanadian citizen, landed immigrant or permanent resident in Canada aged 16-24, residing in Canada throughout the two-year termPassion and enthusiasm about girls’ health and rights and youth-led advocacyStrong communication skills, collaboration, creativity and commitment to complete tasksAble to work on ongoing tasks and adhere to deadlines (tasks often completed within a week)Fluent in EnglishBenefitsCompensation of 240 CAD per month for ten hours of work per monthAppropriate training as well as capacity-building and opportunities for professional developmentAppropriate support from CARE to fulfill their roleA flexible and youth-friendly work environmentA safe space for youth leadership and advocacyOriginally posted on Himalayas