Health and Environmental Promoter - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Malawi - 2 years, plus 3 months training
Peace Corps
United States
Posted on Jun 15, 2025
About The Job
Apply by :
October 1, 2025
Know By
December 1, 2025
Depart On
June 5, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Welcome to the Warm Heart of Africa! Takulandirani! Imagine collaborating with dedicated Malawian colleagues to support communities, particularly women, youth, and children, improve their health and well-being and live disease-free, stable, and productive lives. As a catalyst for positive change, you will work alongside Malawians to support their journey towards informed and impactful decisions about their health, well-being and the environment they live in. Consider the ripple effect of your dedication, as your skills contribute to nurturing a thriving, empowered community for everyone.
In Malawi, Peace Corps is introducing an innovative integrated approach that brings health and environmental management together, recognizing that long-term well-being depends on both. This integrated work reflects a broader vision: healthier people living in healthier environments, empowered through education, action, and partnership. As a Health and Environmental Promoter, the primary focus of your service will be to collaborate with Malawian colleagues promoting healthy behaviors that prevent disease transmission and elevate health and well-being. You will also support complementary environmental activities—such as nutrition-focused gardening, tree planting, and environmental education—to reinforce healthy lifestyles and contribute to community resilience.
Working closely with locals, a health facility, and surrounding communities, you will engage with youth, pregnant women, parents and caregivers of children under five, embracing essential health practices that combat malnutrition, malaria, diarrheal diseases and mitigate HIV and AIDS. Together, you will create a supportive environment for youth, ensuring that health services are not only accessible but also welcoming and engaging. Your passion for empowering youth, particularly girls, will shine as you elevate confidence and resilience to overcome life’s challenges. You will support your Malawian colleagues in conducting home or follow-up visits to continuously empower your audiences instilling positive health behaviors that become part of the community fabric. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with local partners and youth clubs to build awareness about how environmental stewardship can enhance public health, creating opportunities for adolescents to lead community-driven change.
In Malawi, your journey as a Health and Environmental Educator will present you with unique challenges, and also with incredible rewards. Rural health facilities face resource limitations, and community structures may lack the organizational capacity to implement effective projects. Some Malawian colleagues may have limited knowledge in certain areas, offering you the opportunity to assist them. Nonetheless, even if you experience challenges in your work, you will have the incredible opportunity to collaborate with passionate Malawians who are eager to affect positive change in their communities. As you work together, you will not only create a lasting impact on your audiences but also witness the transformation that unfolds over time. The training you receive from Peace Corps—combined with your expertise, experiences, and the relationships you build in your community—will aid you to be flexible and creative when approaching your work. Prepare to immerse yourself in two years of meaningful service, where you will contribute to the health and well-being of children and youth in Malawi.
As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Malawi, you'll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with a Corps Africa Volunteers through our innovative side-by-side program. This exciting partnership is designed to foster teamwork, enhance community development, and empower local communities. Together, you'll share experiences, forge lasting relationships, and explore ‘home grown’ strategies for making a meaningful impact. Be part of a pioneering effort to amplify community-driven change in Malawi!
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in the health sector and one or more of the following criteria:
Apply by :
October 1, 2025
Know By
December 1, 2025
Depart On
June 5, 2026
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Welcome to the Warm Heart of Africa! Takulandirani! Imagine collaborating with dedicated Malawian colleagues to support communities, particularly women, youth, and children, improve their health and well-being and live disease-free, stable, and productive lives. As a catalyst for positive change, you will work alongside Malawians to support their journey towards informed and impactful decisions about their health, well-being and the environment they live in. Consider the ripple effect of your dedication, as your skills contribute to nurturing a thriving, empowered community for everyone.
In Malawi, Peace Corps is introducing an innovative integrated approach that brings health and environmental management together, recognizing that long-term well-being depends on both. This integrated work reflects a broader vision: healthier people living in healthier environments, empowered through education, action, and partnership. As a Health and Environmental Promoter, the primary focus of your service will be to collaborate with Malawian colleagues promoting healthy behaviors that prevent disease transmission and elevate health and well-being. You will also support complementary environmental activities—such as nutrition-focused gardening, tree planting, and environmental education—to reinforce healthy lifestyles and contribute to community resilience.
Working closely with locals, a health facility, and surrounding communities, you will engage with youth, pregnant women, parents and caregivers of children under five, embracing essential health practices that combat malnutrition, malaria, diarrheal diseases and mitigate HIV and AIDS. Together, you will create a supportive environment for youth, ensuring that health services are not only accessible but also welcoming and engaging. Your passion for empowering youth, particularly girls, will shine as you elevate confidence and resilience to overcome life’s challenges. You will support your Malawian colleagues in conducting home or follow-up visits to continuously empower your audiences instilling positive health behaviors that become part of the community fabric. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with local partners and youth clubs to build awareness about how environmental stewardship can enhance public health, creating opportunities for adolescents to lead community-driven change.
In Malawi, your journey as a Health and Environmental Educator will present you with unique challenges, and also with incredible rewards. Rural health facilities face resource limitations, and community structures may lack the organizational capacity to implement effective projects. Some Malawian colleagues may have limited knowledge in certain areas, offering you the opportunity to assist them. Nonetheless, even if you experience challenges in your work, you will have the incredible opportunity to collaborate with passionate Malawians who are eager to affect positive change in their communities. As you work together, you will not only create a lasting impact on your audiences but also witness the transformation that unfolds over time. The training you receive from Peace Corps—combined with your expertise, experiences, and the relationships you build in your community—will aid you to be flexible and creative when approaching your work. Prepare to immerse yourself in two years of meaningful service, where you will contribute to the health and well-being of children and youth in Malawi.
As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Malawi, you'll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with a Corps Africa Volunteers through our innovative side-by-side program. This exciting partnership is designed to foster teamwork, enhance community development, and empower local communities. Together, you'll share experiences, forge lasting relationships, and explore ‘home grown’ strategies for making a meaningful impact. Be part of a pioneering effort to amplify community-driven change in Malawi!
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in the health sector and one or more of the following criteria:
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
- 5 years' professional work experience