Bio Requester

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AFS-USA Position Description

Bio Requester

A bio requestor is a volunteer that is involved with the hosting program in their chapter and/or team. This role has access to view host student applications online and also to request placement of host students in their area.

Responsible to: Team Hosting Coordinator or Chapter Hosting Coordinator

Time Required:

• 5 hours/week (may vary depending on your team or chapter)

Competencies Required:

• Passion for the AFS mission
• Access to a computer with internet

Training:

• Ongoing support from Regional Service Center
• Peer-to-peer training and/or mentoring available

Works With:

• Staff
  • Regional hosting staff and admissions
• Volunteer
  • Team Hosting Coordinator and/or Chapter Hosting Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Regularly view student applications online and assist the team and/or chapter in selecting students to place
• Communicate on a regular basis with Team and Chapter Hosting Coordinators

Benefits:

• Develop lifelong relationships with volunteers, AFS staff, host and natural families and young people
• Share the power of the AFS mission with many communities, individuals and families
• Enhanced knowledge and understanding of other cultures and the impact on the American perspective
• Play a lead role in developing AFS as a strong international education organization serving local and regional parts of the country