The Master Trainer is directly responsible to the Training Director (TD). She/He coordinates training activities in all Project Sectors and monitors the quality of the training program.  The Master Trainer is tasked with the implementation of the Cross-cultural & Core Curriculum of Pre-service training, as well as the on-going training of short-term Technical Training staff. She/He conducts on-going reviews and suggests corrective actions to improve future training programs.   Responsibilities prior to PST (Pre-service Training) include, but are not limited to:   •Ø  Assist the Training Director in the development of the 11-week PST Calendar (COTE) in coordination with Program Managers, Language Coordinator and Technical Trainers. •Ø  Participate in interviewing candidates for Technical Trainers, Language Coordinators or other staff as needed •Ø  Research and identify ideal training communities in conjunction with Family Coordinator. •Ø  Review and revise the Cross-cultural, Common Areas and Personal Safety curricula. Will work as a team with PTO, TD, Program Managers, and PCMOs. •Ø  Assist TD in recruiting, monitoring, and when necessary, recommending termination of Technical Training staff. •Ø  Develop and manage the implementation of the TOT program for new Technical Training staff (topics: PC Policies, writing session plans/competency objectives, counseling, feedback, documenting key events, adult education methodology, etc.). •Ø  Coordinate on-going TOT with Language staff in conjunction with Language Coordinator. •Ø  Review Technical Trainers' preparations, i.e., learning agreements, competencies, calendar of events/sequencing, etc. •Ø  Assist the TD in planning and delivery of the orientation for the arrival of each training group. •Ø  Design and implement Core Curriculum component of Training (including cross-cultural themes). •Ø  With Program Managers' approval, contact PCVs as necessary to arrange for their participation in training events.  Train all PCVs as appropriate prior to their participation in PST. •Ø  Maintain updated database (talent bank) on contacts/consultants for PST/ISTs and future candidates for Technical Trainers •Ø  Coordinate completion and photocopying of all technical training material, including the technical training manuals.   Responsibilities during PST:   •Ø  Assist the TD with the overall logistical planning of all training events. •Ø  Support TD in implementation of the Emergency Action Plan (for Trainees) as needed, including serving as Duty Officer for PST. •Ø  Monitor the work of the technical trainers. •Ø  Monitor PCT's progress throughout PST (with input from LCFs & Tech. Trainer) •Ø  Present the weekly training schedule to the group every Monday. •Ø  Write up, distribute and tally bi-monthly PST Evaluations. Submit to TD. •Ø  Attend weekly Training Staff planning meetings •Ø  Coordinate the signing and delivery of all official documents needed for each PCT to be sent to PCO •Ø  Attend all Round Table meetings during PST. •Ø  Attend Tech. Training sessions. Give appropriate feedback to trainers based on observations of sessions. •Ø  Ensure that all scheduled meetings (requisitions, reservations, integration of training, travel) are taking place and meeting training requirements and needs. •Ø  Assist in all aspects of the Counterpart Orientation. •Ø  Coordinate with Medical office re: training sessions, materials, and medical assistance PCTs may need. •Ø  Coordinate with Executive  Secretary the logistics for Swearing-in (Security check, transportation, PCV speech,  etc.) Responsibilities post PST •Ø  Submit written final report to TD focusing on Technical and Core Curriculum Training at the end of each PST cycle. •Ø  Complete a   written evaluation of each Technical Trainer at the completion of  his/her contract.  Deliver evaluations to TD. •Ø  Participate in round table discussion with PTO, CD and Programming Staff (APCDs, PTS, Coordinators) to review the completed cycle   Responsibilities outside of PST •Ø  Coordinate the planning and implementation of two Program and Design Seminars for PCVs and contacts •Ø  Participate in COS workshop in PST evaluation and planning session •Ø  Other activities as needed

Required Qualifiactions

•·         Minimum of Bachelor's degree •·         Ability to lead, manage, build and participate in diverse, multi-cultural teams to achieve results •·         Knowledge current adult learning methodologies, including criteria based referenced testing •·         Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish •·         Basic understanding of Guarani •·         Ability to research, design, deliver and evaluate a multi-component training program for adults.  •·         Knowledge of grass roots development training approaches •·         Ability to facilitate trainings for up adults in groups of up to 50 •·         Knowledge of Paraguayan culture, institutions and development needs •·         Ability to write technical reports and manuals •·         Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office products. •·         Ability to travel in-country up to 20% of the time   Security background clearance. A background security investigation will be required. The contract award will be subject to the contractor's successful completion of a background security investigation. Physically fit to work in an overseas environment. The contract award will be subject to the contractor passing a physical examination. Contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration before being awarded a Federal Government contract. Registration can be accomplished at www.ccr.gov To apply to this position you must complete an application available at:  https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/fromUSAJobs?referenceCode=YRBEK