Program Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Program Assistant to support the implementation and coordination of programs aimed at assisting young women and adolescents facing social exclusion and marginalization. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the foundation's mission of providing vital support and empowering individuals to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

Possible Responsibilities:

• Program Coordination: Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services designed to support young women and adolescents at risk of social exclusion. Work closely with program managers to ensure effective program delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Client Support: Provide direct support to program participants, including conducting intake assessments, facilitating access to resources and services, and offering guidance and encouragement to help individuals navigate challenges and overcome obstacles.
• Workshop and Event Assistance: Assist in organizing and facilitating workshops, group sessions, and community events aimed at promoting personal development, life skills, and social integration among program participants. Help coordinate logistics, prepare materials, and engage with participants during events.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of program participants, activities, and outcomes. Collect and compile data for reporting purposes, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality policies.
• Collaboration and Networking: Collaborate with internal staff, partner organizations, and community stakeholders to strengthen program effectiveness and expand outreach efforts. Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders to enhance support and resources available to program participants.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the program team, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, managing communications, and responding to inquiries from clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Empathy, compassion, and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable populations.
• Fluency in Spanish required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Benefits:

• Meaningful work contributing to the empowerment and well-being of young women and adolescents.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in program coordination and social services.
• Professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a dedicated team committed to making a difference.

About the Organization

Our Foundation emerged in the year 2000 after it was discovered that 95% of cases involving young women and adolescents in Spain, who are at risk and facing difficulties, were being left unattended due to lack of resources. They present serious problems of social exclusion and marginalization, which lead to loss of employment, abandonment by partners or family, loss of housing, abandonment, or loss of custody of children. The Foundation is a "charitable assistance" organization declared "of public utility" since April 2001, dedicated to providing assistance and support to groups at risk of exclusion or marginalization in the areas of childhood, women, and motherhood.

On-site Supervision and Support

Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance. 
 

Academic Credit

Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.

Housing and Excursions

Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process.