Youth Life Skills Training Officer

We’re looking for a Youth Life Skills Training Officer who can live and volunteer for 12 months in the Philippines.

• This assignment seeks to support Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and out-of-school youth through inclusive life skills training that builds confidence, employability, and pathways to further education.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need experience in youth development or life skills training, strong facilitation skills, and a commitment to empowering marginalised youth.
• As a volunteer, you will support training module development, workshop facilitation, mentorship, and culturally inclusive program delivery.

About the Partner Organisation

The Welcome Home Foundation, Inc. (WHFI) is a non-profit organisation based in Bacolod City, Philippines, dedicated to supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and youth. WHFI pioneered education using Filipino Sign Language (FSL), and continues to provide holistic services, including family sign language training, vocational skills, and livelihood opportunities.

The partner is seeking a volunteer due to a need for global perspectives and expertise in inclusive youth life skills programming, particularly to enhance its one-year bridge program aimed at preparing Deaf youth for work or further study.



About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.