Community-Based Trainer (CBT) Volunteer at African Youth for Peace Development and Empowerment (AFRYDEV)

Position Overview

• AFRYDEV is seeking dedicated and community-minded individuals to serve as Community-Based Trainer (CBT) Volunteers under the RESILAC II Project in Yobe State.
• The CBT Volunteer will mobilize and train Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), promote financial literacy, support Income-Generating Activities (IGAs), and provide ongoing coaching to community groups to improve household livelihoods and economic resilience.

Key Responsibilities:
The successful volunteers will:

• Mobilize and establish VSLA groups within target communities.
• Train group members using CARE's VSLA methodology.
• Facilitate regular savings, loan, and social fund meetings.
• Deliver financial literacy and business skills training.
• Support beneficiaries to develop and strengthen income-generating activities.
• Coach and mentor VSLA groups for sustainability.
• Maintain accurate records and submit regular reports.
• Promote gender equality, inclusion, and safeguarding throughout project activities.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants should:

• Be a resident of one of the target wards in Damaturu or Fune LGA.
• Possess at least an SSCE/NECO/NABTEB certificate or equivalent.
• Be able to read, write, and perform basic calculations.
• Be fluent in Hausa (English is an added advantage).
• Have experience in community mobilization, savings groups, business support, or volunteer  work (preferred but not mandatory).
• Demonstrate integrity, good communication skills, and commitment to community service.
• Be willing to undergo project training and apply AFRYDEV's methodologies.

Benefits
Successful volunteers will receive:

• A performance-based volunteer stipend.
• Capacity building and continuous mentoring.
• Project identification materials.