Entrepreneurship and Small Business Advisor - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Eswatini - 12 months
Peace Corps
United States
Posted on Aug 7, 2025
About The Job
Projected Departure
July 10, 2026
Duration
12 months
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Eswatini is implementing multiple entrepreneurship development programs. Such programs are a pillar for community empowerment. However, the success rate is questionable. Hence a need for PCRV support has been identified through engagement with a number of stakeholders with an interest in supporting the youth on this entrepreneurial initiative. In addition, IDM does not have a course specializing on entrepreneurship. Therefore, support is here being sought towards development of a learning programs for entrepreneurship development. Such a program may also be a foundation for entrepreneurship short programs to enhance small start-ups already in existence. Of high importance is the practical application of entrepreneurship skills to the youth of the country.
Required Skills
Projected Departure
July 10, 2026
Duration
12 months
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Eswatini is implementing multiple entrepreneurship development programs. Such programs are a pillar for community empowerment. However, the success rate is questionable. Hence a need for PCRV support has been identified through engagement with a number of stakeholders with an interest in supporting the youth on this entrepreneurial initiative. In addition, IDM does not have a course specializing on entrepreneurship. Therefore, support is here being sought towards development of a learning programs for entrepreneurship development. Such a program may also be a foundation for entrepreneurship short programs to enhance small start-ups already in existence. Of high importance is the practical application of entrepreneurship skills to the youth of the country.
Required Skills
- BA/BS degree in business, administration, marketing, or Business Education.
- Formal training in entrepreneurship.
- Experience developing business plans.
- Strategic and analytical thinking skills.
- Experience facilitating adult training.