CESVI, an Italian non-profit organization focused on global solidarity and social justice, is seeking a Facilitator for Child-Friendly Spaces in Venezuela. This role is crucial for providing a safe, inclusive, and stable environment for children affected by emergencies, with a strong emphasis on emotional containment and psychosocial well-being.
The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing daily recreational, playful, and academic support activities. This position aims to identify protection risks early and restore the psychosocial well-being of children impacted by the ongoing socio-economic and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, where CESVI has been active since 2019.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | CESVI |
| Location | Venezuela |
| Region | Latin America |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 07 November 2026 |
About the Position
The primary objective of this role is to ensure the daily implementation and facilitation of recreational, playful, and academic reinforcement activities within Child-Friendly Spaces. The facilitator will prioritize emotional containment, timely identification of protection risks, and the restoration of psychosocial well-being for children affected by the emergency. Key responsibilities include providing emotional support and psychological first aid, designing and executing recreational activities to release tension and express emotions, and implementing academic support strategies to mitigate educational disruption. The role also involves monitoring participants' socio-emotional states, identifying signs of distress or abuse, and activating referral pathways, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment that encourages community and family participation.
Eligibility
- Technical or university studies in Education, Pedagogy, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields.
- Complementary training in child protection, psychosocial support, emergency education, or playful methodologies is valued.
- Demonstrable direct work experience with children and adolescents in community, educational, or humanitarian contexts.
- Experience in designing and facilitating playful, sports, recreational, or school support activities.
- Previous experience in emergencies, disasters, displacement, or highly vulnerable environments is valued.
- Practical experience in Psychological First Aid (PAP) and emotional containment.
- Knowledge of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, child protection principles, and trauma-sensitive approaches.
- Knowledge of protection routes, referral mechanisms, and reporting procedures applicable to emergency contexts.
- Ability to adapt educational and recreational methodologies to different ages, abilities, and vulnerability levels.
- Basic handling of registration tools and report generation.
- Tolerance to pressure, sensitivity to grief and loss, proactivity, assertive communication, teamwork, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Availability to work in emergency-affected areas and adapt to operational changes.
- Availability for flexible working hours according to the needs of the Child-Friendly Space.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles, equal opportunities, inclusion, and non-discrimination.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
- Updated CV (maximum three pages, including contact details for three verifiable immediate supervisor references at the end of the document)
- Motivation letter (maximum one page, focused on job criteria and motivation for service)
How to Apply
- Send your application to recursoshumanos@cesvi.org
- Strictly indicate "Facilitador/a de Espacios Amigables para la Niñez" in the email subject line
- Ensure your application is received by November 7, 2026
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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