Hosting Organization: ASPEm – Lima’s office
In Peru, ASPEm directs its efforts primarily towards sectors in conditions of extreme poverty and social exclusion, working with gender approaches, human rights, and capacity development. ASPEm pays particular attention to gender issues and the economic empowerment of women. In recent years, it has focused part of its activities on environmental issues, especially promoting concrete circular economy actions in the city of Lima.
The candidate must possess resilience to work and social dynamics, the ability to interpret and deepen cultural diversity, and a reflective and proactive attitude. An interest in the history of the beneficiary population is crucial. Additionally, valued traits include: teamwork skills, listening and dialogue abilities, and a committed attitude to volunteering. Training or experience in social sciences or nutrition is highly desirable, as this knowledge is essential to analyze and respond to the community’s specific needs.
The activities the volunteer will support include:
- Developing accompaniment plans for vulnerable people, adapted to the nutritional and social needs of local communities.
- Developing and expanding existing projects.
- Assisting municipal members in good food practices and supporting pastoral agents in the field.
- Providing logistical support to community kitchens in Huaycán, ensuring quality and nutrition standards.
- Participating in Manthoc, managing food recovery and a canteen for vulnerable youth, ensuring proper storage and distribution.
The volunteer will work 35 hours per week with ASPEm, with 2 rest days per month. They will dedicate 2-3 days to field activities and the rest in the office, planning and supervising projects and participating in key events.
We are looking for a person with resilience in work and social dynamics, capable of interpreting and delving into cultural aspects, reflective, proactive, interested in the history of the beneficiary population, and skilled in social media. The candidate must have the ability to work in a team, listening and dialogue skills, and a committed attitude towards volunteering. It is desirable for them to have training or experience in psychology, social work, or education to optimize the impact of their interventions in social and educational contexts.
The activities the volunteer will support include:
- Developing support and accompaniment strategies for vulnerable people.
- Developing and expanding existing projects.
- Assisting municipal members in good social and food practices and supporting pastoral agents in the field.
- Providing logistical and psychological/social support to community kitchens in Huaycán.
- Participating in Manthoc, managing a canteen for children and adolescents in vulnerable situations (youth workers).
The volunteer will work 35 hours per week with ASPEm, with 2 days off per month. They will dedicate 2-3 days to field activities and the rest in the office, planning and supervising projects and participating in key events.
Training during the opportunity:
During the project, the volunteer will receive training on key topics such as human rights advocacy, interculturality, citizen participation, food, nutrition, education, and social inclusion policies, in public spaces and districts where activities will be carried out. Initial training will be provided to understand the socio-cultural and economic context.
The volunteer will improve the following skills:
- Language knowledge, certified by the OLS (Online Language Support).
- Understanding of the humanitarian context of the EU ESC initiative.
The skills acquired will be certified through the Youth Pass.
ASPEm is an Italian NGO founded in Cantù in 1979.
Cooperation, interaction, and education for global citizenship are fundamental elements to address global challenges and promote a more just and sustainable world. ASPEm’s work is based on a combination of direct actions on the ground, awareness-raising, and advocacy. It collaborates with local communities, government institutions, and other organizations to promote positive and lasting change.