Duration: 
12 months
Start Date: 
15 November 2023
End Date: 
1 December 2024
Application deadline: 
20 August 2023
Closed position

The Programme Development Assistant is responsible for planning, developing and training staff to run our workshops, and weekly jamboree activities. This person will work to continuously develop all aspects of our programme, mainly the International and Eco activities. The work also includes some help with the Programme administration in the office. If you have good organisation skills and enjoy organising activities and motivating people, we look forward to your application.

Requirements

  • Needs to be at least 18 years old
  • Is a member of an Association recognised by WOSM/WAGGGS
  • Communicates well in written and spoken English

Skills & Qualifications

Essential 

  • Knowledge and experience with youth programme development; preferably experience with the scout method and Education for Sustainable Development
  • Experience with creating, reviewing, and developing educational activities/workshops in scout events, nationally, regionally, and/or globally for young people (7-26 years old)
  • Demonstrating the use of project management tools (eg: ClickUp, smartsheet, etc)
  • Excellent English writing skills
  • Ability to meet project deadlines, multitask, and manage multiple tasks at the same time
  • Ability to work within an international team of volunteers

Desirable 

  • Relevant experience of non-formal education through studies or work
  • Experience in the non-formal education sector and/or working for NGOs
  • Education for Sustainable Development experience is a huge plus.
  • National, regional, or/and international Scouting experience
  • Knowledge in drafting skills, writing and documenting in English
  • Experienced the KISC Summer season for Programme in the last 5 years

Main tasks

Main tasks​

  • Develop quality educational activities and workshops
  • Identify the necessary tools and equipment for the activities/workshops
  • Use reporting tools and provide reports on the performance
  • Work with the marketing and communications department for promotional content of the activities for different types of audiences
  • Dealing with cross-functional teams to ensure proper execution and results delivery
  • Develop an ownership approach to ensure an accurate task delivery in a timely and efficient manner
  • Train staff in relation to programme activities

Other responsibilities

  • Deal with any guest enquiries relating to the Centre
  • Run and develop staff training
  • Assist in other areas of the Centre where necessary
  • Involvement in the execution of the Centre’s Operational Plan
  • Work and communicate effectively with all staff and guests

Management

General

The position is part of the Programme Team at KISC. In addition to the Programme Development Assistant, the Programme team consists of the Programme Director, Assistant Programme Director, Programme Administration Assistant, and in Summer Programme Admin Assistant, Hut Warden, and High Adventure Assistant.

Line manager

The line manager for this position is the Programme Director. The Programme Development Assistant has weekly meetings with the line manager and Programme team to cover operational matters, and also has regular one-on-one appraisals.

Team Management

The Programme Development Assistant will have regular contact with other members of the Long Term Staff team and it is essential to building a good working relationship and honest communication with them.

 

 

Practical information

Insurance

  • Accident Insurance (provided by the Centre): Everyone is insured for accidents, both work and non-work related over the duration of the contract.
  • Private Liability Insurance (provided by the Centre): This insurance covers any damage caused by any staff on an object or person.
  • Sickness Insurance (provided by the Centre): All LTS will get private sickness insurance if necessary. The deductible (amount each LTS has to cover per calendar year themselves) is, if nothing else mentioned, CHF 300.-. This insurance covers any treatment due to sickness.
  • Social Insurance according to the Swiss Law (provided by the Centre): Every LTS must have Social Insurance according to the Swiss regulations. This includes invalidity insurance, maternity leave and old-age and survivors' insurance (OASI). More information will be given during training.

Benefits

  • A room in one of the shared flats in Kandersteg
  • All meals at the Centre, both while at work and on days off
  • 2 days off per week and 20 days of holidays
  • Pocket money starting from 450 CHF per month       
  • A Swiss Pass (discount card for transportation in Switzerland)
  • Management and leadership training
  • Administration of work permits
  • Other benefits as detailed here on our website

Important information

  • Citizens of EU/EFTA countries do not need a visa, and the Centre secures the necessary work permit.
  • Citizens of the United Kingdom require a visa to work in Switzerland.
  • For citizens of non EU/EFTA countries (including the United Kingdom), there is a lower chance of a successful visa application in 2022. Positions starting in 2023 have higher chances of successful visa. 
  • The employment is dependent on securing the necessary special permission from the Swiss authorities.

Testimonials

Programme Development Assistant

Maru

Argentina
Programme Development Assistant
Volunteering as Programme Development Assistant allowed me to work in the creation and planning of activities aligned with the mission of the Centre, World Scouting and the Sustainable Development Goals! Having the opportunity of developing games and activities that allow Scouts to learn new things and develop as active citizens while having fun and making new friends was a unique experience. If you are passionate about the Scout Method and want to put it in place in a unique environment to reach scouts from all around the world, this is the position for you!