Guatemala: Mentoring Center Coordinator

Opportunities

A superb ministry opportunity with high-risk children and youth in Guatemala City.

Special Requirements

• Driving license
• Experience with children and youth
• Desire to serve God and vulnerable children
• Gifts in music and art are helpful but not required

Length of Service

Long-term: two or more years

Ministry Description

Our specialist mentoring program helps keep vulnerable kids off the streets and demonstrates to them the love of God and provides positive alternatives to them .We are looking for a person or a couple who would like to serve long term with vulnerable kids in Guatemala City and join a committed and caring team of people who believe God will transform this nation for His glory. The coordinator will assume responsibility for the day-to-day running and vision of the Mentoring Center. The Center will have a focus on music and art for high-risk children and youth and will be open Monday through Saturday. The coordinator will help shape the activities, coordinate volunteers, and help provide a quality program for vulnerable children in the mentoring program.

Types of Training Provided

We will provide initial induction and all the additional training the applicant(s) will need, including training in our mentoring methodology, child protection, and other courses to prepare you for this work.

Quick Facts

• We target the most vulnerable children at risk of living on the streets.
• Girls in Guatemala between ages 10 and 14 who die prematurely are often dying due to pregnancy complications.
• Every 107 minutes, a child suffers from sexual or physical abuse in Guatemala.
• Violence and abuse of girls has increased by 33% in the last year.