Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF) at U.S Peace Corps Tanzania

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Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF)
Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF) at Peace Corps April 2024
(2) PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR (PSC) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
REF NO: PC 24-04 Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF)
POSITION: Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF)
SALARY: Compensation is negotiable within a pre-determined range, based on salary history and experience.
OPENING DATE: April 19, 2024
CLOSING DATE: May 7, 2024 (17:00pm Tanzania Time)
This is NOT A FULL TIME VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.
Peace Corps Tanzania
is looking to add qualified candidates to its roster of potential
Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitators (LCFs) for future short-term
contract opportunities. Placement on to the roster does not guarantee
employment, but rather puts the candidate on a short list that will move
through security clearance, etc. so that when short-term contract
opportunities are available, the short-list/ “roster” will be the
engaged before opening opportunities to the general public.

The
schedule may vary, based on operational requirements and may include
evening, holiday and weekend work. For each unique event when one or
more LCFs are required, Peace Corps Tanzania will reach out to the whole
roster of vetted LCF candidates to determine availability and best fit.

Objective of Position:
The Language and
Cross-Cultural Facilitator (LCF) plays a critical role in Peace Corps
Tanzania’s intensive training for newly arrived Peace Corps Volunteers. We
are looking for qualified candidates to temporarily facilitate
Pre-Service Training (PST) Programs for Peace Corps Volunteers. Our
trainings apply the Community-Based Training (CBT) approach and
therefore successful candidates will be required to live and work in
rural areas throughout the training period.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
The LCF as a language teacher:

• Implement lesson plans based on acquisition of specific communicative
  tasks and learning objectives that trainees should achieve. Lesson plans
  will be developed using the Peace Corps lesson planning format and
  should incorporate language, cultural and technical components.
• Make
  appropriate changes based on feedback received and learning needs of
  the PCTs, respond to constructive feedback and adapt session content
  accordingly.
• Establish and implement weekly working schedule,
  based on the PC language program, best practices, and the language
  materials activities in concordance with the PST calendar of training
  events.
• Evaluate the language materials based on feedback from
  PCTs and own experience. Review language materials on their
  effectiveness, considering the results obtained with individual PCTs and
  learning level groups.
• Prepare and submit to the Language Coordinator weekly logs on the site training activities.
• Be
  available outside “classroom” hours to assist with additional language
  learning activities, including individual tutorials, other learning
  options and conferences with Trainees.
• Identify specific
  training techniques that correspond to the trainees’ learning styles and
  remain open-minded and flexible to the content of the curriculum.
• Guide trainees in managing their own self-study program.
• Designs round-up and evaluation materials (both oral and written) and activities.
• Provide regular and consistent feedback to Trainees concerning language acquisition and performance.
• Help trainees to develop strategies for ongoing learning.

The LCF as a Community Guide:

• Provide support to trainees in planning, organizing and implementing the Community entry assignments.
• Help trainees to create effective strategies and productive habits for coping with the stress of community entry.
• Develops Trainees’ cross-cultural skills by acting as a language and cultural information resource.
• Act as an interpreter and translator, as needed.
• Utilize community-based activities to enhance language instruction.
• Advises/counsels
  Trainees on technical and cross-cultural activities and practicum
  taking place in the training community. Participates in these activities
  as appropriate.
• Work closely with the resource people at CBT to support Trainees in accomplishing the technical component of training.
• Act
  as a resource person for Trainees on cultural topics of interest.
  Strive to present objective, unbiased views of Tanzanian tradition and
  practices and encourage Trainees to seek out answers to their own
  questions in the community.
• Encourages trainees to practice Swahili language in the community and to seek out other information resources.

The LCF as a Counselor:

• Serves as a model and moral support for the trainees and give them advice when needed.
• Assists
  Trainees in resolving issues relating to their home-stay experience.
  Initially serves as the intermediary between host families and Trainees.
  Provides cultural guidance in day-to-day social interaction.
• Counsels Trainees beyond formal classroom hours as needed to address individual questions.
• Identify
  trainees’ specific problems in language, adaptation and integration,
  work with Trainees to develop a strategy to solve problems.

The LCF as a member of the Language Team: 

• Participate
  in the Training of Trainer (TOT) sessions and activities prior to PST.
  This includes a general TOT with all staff as well as a Language TOT,
  during which the language team will prepare the strategy and scope of
  the language training component.
• Participate in PST staff
  meetings as required, providing detailed feedback and comments on
  Trainees’ performance and adjustment at site. Participate in training
  staff meetings and other training activities by making recommendations
  for training improvements and staff development. Assist the Language
  Coordinator in the development of an effective SWAHILI Language
  curriculum. Meet with Language Coordinator to discuss ongoing issues
  concerning the training design, content, communicative tasks, and
  functions to be developed.
• Meet with PST Staff to review trainee
  progress and make recommendations for appropriate individual learning
  strategies, while maintaining professional confidentiality.
• Provide
  Language Coordinator and Training Manager with recommendations for
  improvements in language training for future PSTs and ISTs.
• Participate in the compiling, storing and documenting of language training materials.
• Evaluate the success of the lessons, document comments, ideas and suggestions to assist with future implementation.
• Submit
  all lesson plans, language materials and other documentation to the
  Language Coordinator to contribute to the final language training
  report.
• Oversee closure of CBT at end of PST and aids in break-down of the training Hub.

The LCF as a Peace Corps representative:

• Maintains social and professional relationships with all the training team.
• Ensures
  excellent preparation and self-readiness before going to class and
  integrates all components in the content of his/her sessions.
• Maintain
  a professional and positive public image with the training staff,
  Trainees and the local community to ensure the proper implementation of
  PST.
• Work both independently and as part of a team and enhance Peace Corps training philosophy and decisions.
• Be responsible for monitoring own progress and performance, following a performance plan.
• Promote
  and be guided by the principles of Community-Based Training. Provide
  relevant experiences for trainees to increase learning in synchrony with
  the Experiential Learning cycle.
• Be aware of safety learning
  objectives for Peace Corps training and comply procedures and
  implementation with safety requirements.
• Be consistent and assertive in enhancing PC training policies and procedures.
• Observe professional code of ethics in regard to Trainees, Staff and the community.
• Observe the limits of confidentiality with Trainees and Staff.
• Promoting learner independence and PCTs’ self-sufficiency.
• Perform
  other related duties, as necessary, for the smooth implementation of
  Pre-Service Training activities, as determined by the Training Manager.
• Provide
  key PC staff with feedback and observations regarding the personal
  attributes of each trainee required to qualify for service, including
  motivation for service, productive competence, maturity and adaptability
  level, skills acquisition, social and cultural sensitivity.

Other 

• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures
  that safety and security competencies are incorporated and actively
  integrated in PST programs and effectively delivered to PCTs so that
  their acquisition is properly evaluated and documented. 
• Assists the Training Manager in developing, assessing and redesigning competencies and training sessions as required. 
• Supports
  the safety and security systems that are in-place for pre- service
  training, including reinforcing to PCTs their roles and responsibilities
  related to their personal safety and security.

Minimum Qualifications and Evaluations:
Applicants
must address each qualification listed below with specific and
comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may
result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified. 
Education Requirements: 

• Advanced
  level Secondary School certificate; Successful completion of diploma
  courses in teaching language, language acquisition or international
  development. 

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Language: 

• Excellent knowledge of grammar, idiom, syntax, and pronunciation of Swahili.
• Fluent in Swahili and English languages.
• Ability to write and speak clearly in English. 

Work Experience: 

• At least 3 years of experience teaching Swahili to non-native Swahili speakers. 

Skills and Abilities: 

• Excellent
  facilitation and presentation skills, demonstrating innovative and
  interactive approaches to teaching Swahili language and Tanzanian
  culture.
• Familiar with Tanzanian cultural norms, and able to
  explain how Tanzanian and American cultural norms are different and the
  same using interactive, adult-learning training techniques.
• Conversant and comfortable discussing American diversity concepts and principles.
• Proficient in software programs including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Demonstrated
  comfort and competence with IT skills needed to support regular use of
  digital communication and training tools such as Zoom, Teams, Padlet,
  Mentimeter.
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to travel and/or relocate to training village for the whole period of the training.
• A comprehensive understanding of Tanzanian cultural norms and values is required.
• Demonstrate keen sense of cultural awareness for both Tanzanian and American cultures.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
• Ability to work successfully in cross-cultural situations with Americans.
• Ability to multitask and to organize time and activities effectively to meet reporting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications Education:

• Certified Swahili teachers by BAKITA
• Experience: Work with International INGO
• Experience: Working with volunteer organization
• Experience; Previous experience working with Peace Corps
• Knowledge
  and/or experience in secondary education, agriculture, livestock,
  forestry, gender and women empowerment, HIV&AIDS, and Malaria will
  be an added advantage.

Note: See How to Apply instructions below.

Applicability:
Contract
offer is contingent on availability of funds, reference checks,
background check, medical examination, submission of proof of required
vaccinations or other medical information.
All applicants must
identify in the application whether or not they have ever served Peace
Corps as a Trainee or Volunteer (including Response), or as a staff
member (USDH, PSC, or FSN), and if so, to identify the position
location, position type, title, and starting and ending dates.

How to Apply:
Resume/CV clearly demonstrating the necessary skill set – 2 page maximum
Lesson
Plan: Prepare and submit a lesson no more than 2 pages, based on adult
learning principles, teaching Swahili to a non-Swahili speaking
audience. Pick one of the four topics below:

• Greetings
• Going to the Market
• Time and Daily Activities
• Family

Applicants – send both items to the following email address: tz-applicants@peacecorps.gov with the subject line:
PC 24-04_LCF_Last Name_First Name.
Shortlisted applicants will be convened to sit for a written test.
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NOTE:
Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only contact
applicants who are being considered. Thank you for your understanding.