Current Opportunities in BHYDO

Job Title: Youth Program Facilitator

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Position Type: Full‑time
Start Date: May 1, 2026
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

About Us

Bright Horizons Youth Development Organization (BHYDO) is a community‑based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through education, mentorship, and leadership development. We work with diverse communities to create inclusive, engaging, and transformative programs for young people.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Youth Program Facilitator to lead workshops, activities, and discussions for youth aged 15–35. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, a creative thinker, and passionate about youth development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate interactive sessions on leadership, life skills, wellness, and community engagement.

• Build positive relationships with youth participants and foster a safe, inclusive environment.

• Collaborate with program staff to adapt content to meet group needs.

• Monitor attendance, track engagement, and contribute to program evaluation.

• Support outreach and community‑building efforts as needed

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in educational, recreational, or community settings.

• Strong facilitation, communication, and group management skills.

• Ability to adapt to diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.

• (Preferred) Background in education, social work, youth studies, or a related field

Compensation

• 1,338.26 SLL

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to mjie8249@gmail.com with the subject line:
Youth Facilitator Application – [Your Name]

Job Title: Secretary

Location: Sierra Leone, Freetown
Position Type: Full-time
Start Date: May 1st, 2026
Application Deadline: April 30th, 2026

About the Role

Bright Horizons Youth Development Organization is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented secretary to support our administrative operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing communications, scheduling, and documentation, ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of our office and programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer and direct phone calls and emails in a professional manner.

• Schedule meetings and appointments and maintain calendars.

• Prepare and organize documents, reports, and correspondence.

• Maintain filing systems (digital and physical).

• Support event planning and logistics.

• Assist with data entry, record-keeping, and basic bookkeeping tasks.

• Greet and assist visitors and clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative or secretarial role.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

• [Preferred: Experience in nonprofit or community-based settings.]

Compensation

• [1,338.26 SLL]

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to mjie8249@gmail.com with the subject line: Secretary Application – [Your Name].