USAID YouthPower2: Learning and Evaluation Youth Advisory Group – Call for Applications

Join the Youth Advisory Group for YouthPower2: Learning and Evaluation (YP2LE).

To join the next Youth Advisory Group, the YP2LE is looking for applications from motivated and engaged young leaders with an interest in and expertise in enhancing youth participation in programs and research (YAG).

YP2LE is a USAID-funded project that aims to develop and disseminate evidence on Positive Youth Development. YP2LE’s mission is to provide the knowledge, tools, and resources that youth program implementers, researchers, and young changemakers need to create high-quality, impactful, and long-lasting youth programs.

Objectives

The YP2LE Youth Advisory Group (YAG) is made up of five (5) young leaders who contribute their insights and knowledge to the project’s cross-cutting youth engagement goals and related activities. The following are some of the activities in which YAG members will participate:

Providing cross-cutting youth inclusion and engagement advice for YP2LE: The Young Advisory Group (YAG) will provide guidance on important topics, difficulties, and approaches to youth inclusion and engagement throughout YP2LE and its activities.

Contributing to research, with a focus on youth-led research; advising on youth engagement in YP2LE learning and mentorship activities; and helping to develop stronger protocols and processes for youth engagement in YP2LE events, policy-level consultations, youth councils, and with USAID country missions are all examples of this.

Advising and assisting USAID personnel on youth engagement knowledge and capacity building: YAG members will advise on and support the execution of a training series aimed to enable adults, especially USAID workers, to connect with young people more effectively and inclusively. The YAG will act as training co-facilitators and give feedback and ideas for the design and strategy of this training series.

Providing guidance on YouthLead material and outreach to young members: One of YouthLead.org’s goals is to offer resources and content that meet the needs and priorities of its over 13,000+ worldwide member network. These resources must be accessible and relevant to young people, especially in underserved areas (i.e., LAC, Asia, MENA, Eastern Europe). YAG members will advise YP2LE on how to convey to youth in diverse locations and languages what resources, services, and opportunities are available to them.
Participating in YP2LE events: Members may be asked to represent the YAG at important YP2LE activities.

Benefits

YAG members will be paid directly by YP2LE at a rate of US$15.00 per hour for up to 16 hours per calendar month. The YP2LE team will offer YAG members guidance on how to submit a monthly timesheet and invoice.

Youth Advisory Group | Eligibility Criteria

  • As of January 1, 2022, the applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
  • Be a part of a local, regional, or global youth-led or youth-serving initiative, organization, or network working to address development issues.
  • Has proven interested in, knowledge of, or experience with ideas and tactics for engaging and encouraging more inclusive youth engagement in decision-making settings.
  • Has a strong grasp of the English language, both written and spoken.
  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and likes collaborating with people from all backgrounds and experiences.
  • Is it easy for you to work online? (in Google, WhatsApp, Zoom, or other online working and meeting platforms).

The following are the ideal candidates:

  • Interested in expanding their knowledge and expertise with USAID youth initiatives and policies, such as Positive Youth Development.
  • I’m passionate about campaigning for the inclusion of young people in decision-making and leadership roles.
  • Motivated, resourceful, and likes solving problems.
  • Mentorship as a means of assisting young people’s career paths has piqued my interest.

Youth Advisory Group Commitments

As a YAG member, you agree to participate in the following activities over an 18-month period:

  • Join YouthLead.org and familiarize yourself with the platform, its tools, and member network.
  • Participate in the YAG Kick-Off Meeting (virtually), which is scheduled for May 2022.
  • Beginning in June 2022, attend YAG bi-monthly (every two months) meetings.
  • Respond to the YP2LE team’s outreach and communication.
  • Be an active YAG member who contributes on a regular basis, is willing to provide strategic guidance and insights as needed, and is able to collaborate well with other YAG members.
  • As a member of the YAG, represent YP2LE.

How to Apply

Making Cents International, the prime contractor for YP2LE will hire YAG members to work remotely (online) for 18 months, from May 2022 to October 2023. Between YAG bi-monthly member meetings, members are encouraged to connect with the YP2LE team through email or other online collaboration platforms on a frequent basis (i.e., weekly or bi-weekly depending on activity).

To apply, go to this link.

Deadline: March 17, 2022

Visit USAID YouthPower2 for more information.

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