Job Description
Communities across Peru are seeking individuals with a passion for entrepreneurship to strengthen financial literacy and marketing skills.

Many rural communities in Peru face persistent poverty and limited economic opportunities due to historical reliance on subsistence agriculture, geographic isolation, and lack of access to financial education. Women and youth are particularly vulnerable, often excluded from formal economic systems and lacking the skills needed to manage resources or start businesses. These challenges perpetuate cycles of poverty and hinder long-term development.

As a Community Economic Development Facilitator, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen personal finance, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills. Together, you will equip women and youth to manage household finances, create savings groups, and develop small businesses—strengthening families and fostering growth. These efforts will not only improve individual livelihoods but also reduce poverty and promote sustainable development across Peru.

Required Skills




Associate degree in any business discipline, plus two years of full-time, related business work experience post-high school.
OR
Bachelor's degree in any business discipline.
OR
High school diploma or GED and four years of experience in business management.

Living Conditions
Volunteers in Peru typically live with a Peruvian host family in small to mid-sized towns, often provincial or district capitals. Communities may range from 2,000 residents to larger district hubs, and Volunteers often engage with surrounding rural villages. Expect basic amenities, limited internet access, and frequent travel by foot, bicycle, or public transport to reach schools and partner organizations.

Activities
Establish student savings clubs in schools to build financial skills among youth.
Support the creation and operation of community savings groups.
Train community members in personal money management, including bu

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