Employment at Global Works

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Summary of Role

Global Works is hiring a proactive, energetic, passionate, and engaged individual to develop and execute our inaugural Washington DC Custom Group Travel programs for high school, middle school, and university groups. This program will have all the highlights of a traditional DC field trip with an elevated focus on experiential activities related to themes of civil rights, social justice, community service and outreach, climate change, and other current societal issues. Our ultimate goal is to make connections and collaborate with DC local communities, organizations, and individuals. 

Description of the Washington D.C. Program Director Role

• Develop and implement the inaugural Global Works’ Custom Group Travel (CGT) Washington DC programs to align with the mission and vision of our organization. 
• Research and network with potential partners and vendors to execute the program, including but not limited to partners for: lodging, transportation, tour guides, volunteer activities, experiential educational opportunities, and workshops/ speakers.
• Identify and secure reservations for lodging, transportation, and all activities.
• Make contacts and schedule meetings for Global Works’ groups with legislators, lobbyists, and other people in the political realm, specifically within the US Capitol. 
• Identify organizations with volunteer and outreach programs in the DC Area with varying themes including, environmental/ climate change, unhoused people, immigration, political action networks, grassroots volunteer outfits. 
• For the duration of the contract, the Program Director may also fulfill the responsibilities of a Global Works trip leader, as well as perform onsite scouting, vendor vetting, providing additional training, and program development as prioritized by the Global Works home office. 
• The time commitment is an estimated 1 to 5 hours per week. The amount of hours per week is dependent on the time of year with November through March being the busiest months. 
• The Washington DC Program Director will be given priority to contracts to be a Trip Leader on the programs. The Trip Leader/ Scouting salary is an additional contract/ compensation package. 
• The proposed program dates are:
  • January 12-22, 2024
  • March 1-7, 2024
  • March 31- April 5, 2024
  • June 7-17, 2024

General Global Works Washington DC Program Director Responsibilities

• Meet with the Global Works Director of Programs on a bi-weekly basis via Zoom calls, 30-45 minutes in duration. 
• Maintain reservations and planned activities.
• Train and support Global Works Trip Leaders prior to and while in the field with student groups. 
• Be proactive in providing itineraries for participants for a fulfilling, fun, and educational experience.
• Plan and prepare for everyone’s safety and welfare.
• Be responsible for knowing, reinforcing, and supporting the Global Works Risk Management Protocols and Guidelines while planning the programs.  
• Plan programs to facilitate the learning experience and encourage personal growth for students and chaperones. 
• Attend staff training, orientation meetings, and debrief sessions. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Direct experience traveling, living, and working in Washington DC and/ or is connected within the political sphere of Washington DC. 
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively with peers from diverse backgrounds, be flexible, and have a sense of humor.
• Have a wonder for travel and how it can lead to self-discovery, perspective, and a passion for life.
• Volunteer experience with a non-profit or community-based organization or educational group.

Compensation 

• $2,000 stipend for Inaugural Program Development 
• $800 per Program Set-Up
• Round trip airfare (If not living in the program destination)
• Room and board are covered when leading Global Works trips and during scouting days 
• Additional compensation if contracted to Trip Lead a program, dependent on length of program

Benefits:

• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR Certification
• Emergency medical and evacuation insurance during program dates, if trip leading
• Advanced risk management and Emotional First Aid (Mental Health) training
• Pro-purchase deals
• Perks of travel
• A supportive, casual work environment

Hiring Timeline

• Letter of intent due by Sept. 30, 2023
• Interviews held starting week of Oct. 1, 2023
• Hire Offers made by October 7, 2023
• Contract start date and onboarding as early as October 10, 2023

How To Apply

Send resume and a letter of intent to polly@globalworkstravel.com. The “Letter” can be in writing or via a Video. In your letter of intent, please answer the following:

What is your connection to Washington DC? What experience do you have living, working, studying, and/or volunteering in DC?

What will you bring to this position based on your experience in DC?

What is your comfort level and experience forging new relationships/partnerships with new vendors and partners?

What inspires you about Global Works’ mission and vision?

How will you be proactive in furthering the Global Works’ mission and vision?

Description of the Global Works Program Lead (aka PL) Role

• For the duration of the contract, the PL will fulfill the responsibilities of a Global Works trip leader, as well as perform onsite scouting, vendor vetting, providing additional training, and program development as prioritized by the Global Works home office. There is potential for a contract extension beyond July, based on the needs of Global Works.
• The PL will be assigned no fewer than 20 working days per month, and no more than 24 working days per month. This does not include travel time between program locations. (The approximate breakdown is 16-20 days trip leading/scouting and  2-4 administration days/meetings, with 2-4 days off between trips whenever possible.)
• The PL will be assigned to Global Works programs, to be determined by their experience and language proficiencies, as well as Global Works’ overall staffing needs. The majority of the programs will be in: Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, France, and New Orleans/ American South.
• The most common daily duties will include trip leading, scouting, and onsite vendor vetting for Global Works CGT or SSA trips. In addition, the PL will also be involved in meetings with the home office, program directors, and CGT chaperones. 
• PLs will be given priority in their choice of assignment for at least one Global Works Program during their contract. Subject to Global Works’ overall staffing needs. 
• The schedule will be determined by Global Works home office, according to staffing needs. Any requests for specific vacation days must be approved by Global Works’ home office prior to the start of the contract. The following dates should be considered unavailable for vacation requests:
  • February 16-25
  • March 1 – 10
  • March 16 – 31
  • May 19-31
  • June 15 – 30

General Global Works Program Lead (aka PL) Responsibilities

• Be proactive in providing participants with a fulfilling, fun, and educational experience.
• Ensure everyone’s safety and welfare, including your own. 
• Be responsible for knowing, reinforcing, and supporting the Global Works Risk Management Protocols and Guidelines.  
• Facilitate the learning experience and encourage personal growth for both the students and yourself. 
• Attend staff training, orientation meetings, and debrief sessions. 
• Transport participants in passenger vans is required in some program locations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional experience leading or facilitating groups of students, ages 12-18.
• Direct experience traveling, living, and working in the countries/ destinations that Global Works has programs.
• Fluency in Spanish/ English or French/English proficiency as staff will be required to instruct students or navigate with the group in the program country’s official language.
• Current Adult CPR & Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification or complete the course prior to contract start date.  
• Strongly recommended but not required during the hiring process: further medical training (Wilderness First Responder, EMT), Emotional First Aid, and water/ life-guarding certification (WSI).
• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Strong mentor skills and the ability to positively affect another human being’s life.
• Ability to work effectively with peers from diverse backgrounds, be flexible, and have a sense of humor.
• Have a wonder for travel and how it can lead to self-discovery, perspective, and a passion for life.
• Volunteer experience with a non-profit or community-based organization or educational group.
• Completion of Global Works’ van driving training, and have an impeccable driving record, and possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. 

Compensation 

• $2,600 monthly salary
• Round trip airfare (If not living in a program destination)
• Room and board are covered when leading Global Works trips and during scouting days 

Benefits

• Cost-of-living stipend between $75 and $125 per day (depending on program location) for every day not contracted to trip lead/ scout AND not leading in place of residency. Stipend covered for a maximum of four (4) days between trip leading dates.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR Certification
• Emergency medical and evacuation insurance during program dates
• Advanced risk management and Emotional First Aid (Mental Health) training
• Pro-purchase deals
• Perks of international and US based travel
• A supportive, casual work environment

Hiring Timeline:

• Application due by Sept. 8, 2023 (Note, if current GW leader, you do not need to submit another application)
• Letter of intent due by Sept. 8, 2023
• Interviews held starting week of Sept. 11, 2023
• Hire Offers made by October 15, 2023
• Onboarding begins December 2023
• Staff Training January 8-10, 2023
• Contract start dates as early as February 1, 2024

How To Apply: 

• • Complete the on-line Staff Application
  • Please send letter of intent to polly@globalworkstravel.com. The “Letter” can be in writing or via a Video.
  • In your letter of intent, please answer the following in Spanish or English

• What Global Works’ programs are you most qualified to lead? Consider the age of students, program location and program focus/ theme.

• Apart from the programs that you have led with Global Works (or other similar organizations), which Global Works program would you love to lead? What destinations would you be most excited to travel to? 

• What is your comfort level and experience forging new relationships/partnerships with program chaperones in middle schools, high schools, and universities?

• What inspires you about Global Works’ mission and vision?

• How will you be proactive in furthering the Global Works’ mission and vision?

HOME OFFICE INTERNS

We are not currently accepting applications for home office interns. Stay tuned!

SUMMER SERVICE ADVENTURE INTERNS

We are not currently accepting applications for Summer Service Adventure Interns. Stay tuned! We plan to offer internships in the summer of 2024!

We are currently accepting application for Trip Leaders on our 2024-2025 Custom Group Travel programs.

To Apply: Complete the on-line Staff Application.

Interviews: Applicants who best fit our needs are contacted for a Zoom interview and we make hiring decisions on a rolling basis. The majority of positions are in Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Spain, France, New Orleans, and the American South. 

Qualifications: Please see below to determine if you are a qualified applicant!

We are currently accepting applications for 2024 Summer Service Adventure Trip Leaders! 

To Apply: Complete the on-line Staff Application. And, send  a current resume to polly@globalworkstravel.com.

Interviews: Applicants who best fit our needs are contacted for a Zoom interview and we make hiring decisions on a rolling basis.

Qualifications: Please see below to determine if you are a qualified applicant!

• Professional experience leading and/or facilitating groups of students, ages 12-18.
• Direct experience traveling, living, and working in the countries for which you apply.
• Fluency in Spanish or French or Spanish or French proficiency in Language Immersion Programs as staff will be required to instruct students or navigate with the group in the country’s official language.
• Current Adult CPR & Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification or complete the course prior to staff training in June.
• Strongly recommended: further medical training (Wilderness First Responder, EMT), Mental Health First Aid/ Emotional First Aid, and water/ life-guarding certification (WSI).
• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Strong mentor skills and the ability to positively affect another human being’s life.
• Ability to work effectively with peers from diverse backgrounds, be flexible, and have a sense of humor.
• Volunteer experience with a non-profit or community- based organization or educational group.
• Typical age for our Trip Leaders is 23-30 (average age is 28). We rarely hire staff younger than 23, as we are looking candidates with significant professional experience working with young adults and traveling internationally.