Description:
Organization: FINCA Perú Exports
Position Title: Business Volunteer
FINCA Perú Exports:
FINCA Perú, a non-profit microfinance institution, recently launched a new initiative entitled FINCA Peru Exports. This initiative will function as a fair trade export business and will serve to help FINCA Peru’s artisan clients to find overseas markets for their products. Former interns have laid the foundations of the artisan export business, including the creation have created a catalogue of offerings, established communication with distributors and built a website (http://www.fincaperuexports.org). Until the business is fully off the ground and has reached a consistent level of sales, it needs an experienced English/Spanish-speaking volunteer to help manage the operations, expand export markets and manage communications between the organization and potential distributors. There are also opportunities for volunteers to take part in new product development and artisan training initiatives. Contact FINCA Peru Exports for more information on specific volunteer opportunities.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, marketing, economics,
international relations and/or development, or other relevant field.
• Cross-cultural communication skills, as well as a sensitivity and interest in other cultures. Experience working or living in Latin America preferred.
• Ability to work in challenging conditions and maintain a positive attitude while using creative problem-solving skills.
• Approaches work as a team-player, but also with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to motivate others, passion for fighting poverty
Language Requirement
• Advanced-level English, demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish equivalent to 2nd-year university level.
Time Commitment
• The volunteer should be able to commit a minimum of 6 months to the project. Interns work full time during regular FINCA Peru working hours.
Cost of living
As a non-profit organization, FINCA Perú cannot offer candidates any financial assistance to cover the travel and living expenses. Fortunately, Ayacucho is a very affordable place to live: plan a maximum of $65 for monthly apartment rental, $5 per day for food, with an additional $50 monthly for incidentals, local travel and recreation. Opportunities exist to visit Cuzco, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca if desired.
