Call for an intersectionality expert

Intersectionality expert with with experience in non-formal education

YEE is seeking an expert who can bring depth to the training by addressing specific challenges faced by marginalised communities, sharing best practices, and fostering meaningful dialogue among participants.

This position requires remote preparation and travelling to Prague to deliver and facilitate the training in April 2025.

Application deadline: 16th February 2025

Background

Empowering the Unheard is a Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) project centred on intersectionality with a core mission to support young individuals with fewer opportunities in their entry into the climate movement.

Over the past year, the project has supported 10 initiatives across Europe, engaging marginalised and vulnerable communities in environmental actions. As the project nears its conclusion, we are organising a 5-day training to bring together project participants. This training will create a space for sharing regional experiences, exchanging expertise, and building participants’ capacities to continue working with marginalized youth in their communities.

Responsibilites

Develop a plan for the study session together with the Project Lead
Attend at least 2 preliminary online meetings with the Project Lead for the preparation of the training
Support the facilitation of interactive sessions using non-formal education methods for a group of 20-25 participants (3 full days of training plus arrival and departure days with limited activities)
Conduct at least 2 learning activities within the training specifically focusing on topics affecting marginalised and vulnerable youth
Support the development of the handbook based on the findings and insights of the training (contribute to the writing and/or editing of the handbook’s content)

Candidates we are looking for

With expertise in intersectionality, inclusion, and environmental justice through academic studies and/or professional experience;
With proven experience working with marginalized and/or vulnerable groups (e.g. minorities, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ youth, or others) in an educational or advocacy capacity;
With at least 1 year of experience designing and delivering youth trainings using non-formal education methods;
With availability for the specific dates of the training during calendar weeks 15–16 (mid April)

The ideal profile:

Requirements

Working proficiency in English
Be able to work remotely and collaborate with the team under this regime
Be resident in Europe, already with an EU working permit
Eligible applicants must be younger than 35 years of age
Be aligned with YEE's core values and mission.

Compensation:

This is a paid position with a fixed compensation range 1,775 – 2,150€. The final amount will be determined based on the selected candidate’s level of experience and the specific extent of their contributions to the training and handbook development.

Payment will be issued upon invoice submission.

Equal Opportunity

YEE is committed to diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.

Selection Process

Interested candidates should submit the application form by 16 February 2025 to be considered for the position. Selected candidates will be asked for an online interview.

For any questions regarding the selection process, contact yee@yeenet.eu.