Image: Skill Up! [4 weeks]

Skill Up! [4 weeks]

AMET 21·Meknes, Morocco

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

Arabic, French, English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact SDG #8 by providing young people with soft and hard skills trainings, needed to qualify for a decent job, and career guidance.
This project contributes to,
Image: Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.6

Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.6

By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Run the initial assessment needed for measuring the outcome/impact of the project (e.g. basic cooking knowledge, hygiene practices, nutrition awareness)
Create an implementation plan on how the culinary project should unfold and determine materials/ingredients to be used
Onboarding session with partner representatives (local chefs, culinary schools, or community centers) to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries, and desired outcomes
Introductory session with the beneficiaries, presenting the volunteers and project objectives
Week 2
Conduct workshops on fundamental cooking techniques (knife skills, food safety, basic recipes)
Introduce nutrition and healthy eating principles tailored to local ingredients
Organize hands-on cooking sessions where beneficiaries prepare simple traditional dishes
Collect feedback to adjust upcoming sessions based on skill level and interest
Week 3
Support beneficiaries in developing a small recipe or menu project they can showcase
Deliver advanced culinary training focused on entrepreneurship (costing, food presentation, menu planning)
Facilitate a cultural exchange session where volunteers and beneficiaries share traditional recipes from their own backgrounds
Conduct a mid-project assessment to measure skill progress and adjust final week's activities
Week 4
Closing ceremony with certificates, feedback collection, and reflection session with beneficiaries and partner organization
Host a final cooking showcase/event where beneficiaries present dishes they've learned or created
Provide guidance on how beneficiaries can apply culinary skills for income generation or entrepreneurship opportunities
Run the final assessment to measure the overall outcome/impact of the project

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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