Peru
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in general health or hygiene education/sanitation and in hands-on skilled work and one or more of the following criteria:
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
OR
• 5 years’ professional work experience with an expressed interest in general health or hygiene education/sanitation and in hands-on skilled work
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
Experience or certification in potable water/sanitation systems management, water/wastewater treatment plant operations, or hazardous materials management.
Experience facilitating adult learning, especially related to sanitary and hygiene education.
Experience working with community-based organizations and leaders, especially in a rural context.
Volunteers in Peru typically live with a Peruvian host family in very small to mid-sized towns, with access to local organizations and small businesses. Communities may range from 1,000 residents to larger district hubs where Volunteers engage with surrounding rural villages. Volunteers can expect basic amenities, limited internet access, and frequent travel by foot, bicycle, or public transport to reach organizations.
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Health
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Peru
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PCV
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Lead water system inspections with community leaders to identify potential risks.
Drive actions that guarantee clean water and keep facilities running smoothly.
Deliver hands-on training in the field to local water authorities on system administration operation and maintenance.
Boost processes that strengthen sustainability and improve service efficiency.
Promote smart water use and good hygiene practices among community members.
Support local organizations in launching projects that encourage healthy habits and protect the environment.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as English clubs and after-school sports.
As a Water Sanitation and Hygiene Educator, you will be trained to support good water management and sanitary education. Peace Corps Peru will teach you Spanish to help you comfortably live in and connect with the community. You might also receive language resources and learn Quechua, a local language in some Andean communities.
After 10.5 weeks of training, you will move to a rural community where you will collaborate with organizations, such as local governments, local water committees, local public schools, health posts to assess the local needs and develop solutions based on sustainable water management and best hygiene practices.
Gain valuable, field-based experience in identifying and improving water and sanitation issues in rural communities.
Sharpen your Spanish language skills through daily conversations and collaborations.
Create a lasting impact while immersed in Peruvian culture.
Heterosexual and same-sex couples are accepted for this program.
Each person must apply separately and qualify for a position in a different sector than their partner.
Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities.
Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
As the preeminent international service organization of the United States, the Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in Education, Health, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Youth Development. Through their Peace Corps experiences, Volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a lifelong commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today's global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide.
