Facilitator, JUMP! Schools

Department: Short-term Staff Network

Program Locations: Europe, Asia (China, Hong Kong, Singapore Thailand)

Program Assignment: Seasonal 

Application Deadline: Open (Rolling Applications)

OUR VISION FOR THIS ROLE:

At JUMP!, we see facilitators not as event staff — but as co-designers of transformational learning journeys. The vision for the J!Schools Facilitator role is to serve as a pedagogical partner, systems thinker, and intentional guide throughout the entire lifecycle of our school-based programs. This role goes far beyond on-site delivery. We’re seeking experienced practitioners who are equally committed to the invisible scaffolding behind the scenes — from design and preparation to reflection, reporting, and refinement.

A J!Schools Facilitator brings:

• A learner-first mindset
  
• Deep experience in experiential, participant-centered design
  
• The ability to adapt in real-time to meet emerging group needs
  
• A commitment to building psychological safety and belonging
  
  

You’ll be expected to contribute to — and improve — how we design, deliver, and deepen learning across a range of student development experiences. This includes making observations, tracking impact, and collaborating with students, educators, and families as co-creators in the process. You’ll be part of a team that values responsiveness over rigidity, curiosity over control, and growth over perfection. If you see facilitation as a craft — and schools as living systems — you’ll feel at home here.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Design & Preparation

• Engage in remote planning calls and asynchronous prep work
  
• Review session plans and learning arcs with an eye for intentionality, age appropriateness, and group flow
  
• Offer input to strengthen program design, sequence, and methodology based on learner profiles and context
  

On-Site Delivery & Adaptive Facilitation

• Lead sessions with clarity, energy, and emotional intelligence
  
• Observe and adapt in real time to student needs, group dynamics, and environmental cues
  
• Bring sessions to life using experiential methods, storytelling, play, and purposeful reflection
  
• Model inclusive leadership, curiosity, and care across all interactions
  

Learning Environment & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build rapport with students across age groups and backgrounds
  
• Engage meaningfully with educators and other school stakeholders to align on objectives and ensure continuity
  
• Contribute to cultivating a safe, welcoming, and empowering learning space for all participants
  

Program Reflection & Knowledge Capture

• Contribute to daily staff debriefs and post-program evaluation
  
• Document student shifts, group patterns, and key moments of learning
  
• Share insights and feedback to inform future program iterations and internal knowledge sharing
  

Coaching & Ongoing Learning Support

• Where applicable, offer continuity coaching or mentorship to student leaders post-program
  
• Provide reflective feedback to peers, and participate in facilitator development opportunities through JUMP! Academy

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in facilitation or experiential education, with demonstrated mastery in designing and delivering scaffolded, participant-centered learning experiences
  
• Strong understanding of experiential pedagogies and group development theories; able to design, sequence, and adapt learning arcs with intention and fluency
  
• Skilled at reading group dynamics and individual needs in real time, with the ability to flex and adjust content, flow, or approach accordingly
  
• Confident in engaging diverse youth audiences (ages 8–18) as well as adult stakeholders (educators, parents, school leaders)
  
• Highly observant and reflective, with the ability to document learning moments, surface insights, and articulate program impact clearly and succinctly
  
• Committed to inclusive, youth-empowering facilitation practices and an ongoing journey of personal and professional growth
• Bonus: Experience with whole-school programming, co-design processes, or working across different cultural or international school contexts

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How to Apply:

Please submit and upload the following information via the relevant link on JUMPs Recruitment Portal: Recruitment Portal

1) CV / Resume 
2) Cover Letter/Letter of Motivation 

3) A 5-minute video or audio recording of your response to each of the following five prompts: 

• Please provide a brief introduction that includes your name, where you're currently residing in the world, and the role you're applying for. 
• What made you get into the field of facilitation and what interests you the most about this type of learning? 
• How do your previous work experiences and studies fit into working with JUMP as a facilitator?

4) Provide 3 professional references (Phone Number and Email Address) 

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WHY THE JUMP! FOUNDATION IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOU:

• Global Network: Collaborate with change-makers worldwide, expanding your professional horizon.
• Creative Team Environment: Thrive in a workspace that values creativity and teamwork.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of an inclusive culture that cherishes diversity.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a salary that reflects your skills, along with health benefits for full-time positions.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of our development programs to advance your career.
  

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CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

The JUMP! Foundation prioritizes child safety. All applicants must agree to our Child Protection Policy, which includes signing a criminal conviction declaration, providing three professional references, and undergoing a thorough background check. Compliance with this policy is a condition of employment.

See JUMPs full Child Safeguarding Policy:
Link to Policy

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ABOUT THE JUMP! FOUNDATION:

The JUMP! Foundation is a non-profit organization that believes in inspiring, empowering, and engaging youth through collaborative and innovative experiential learning programs. JUMP! offers a series of leadership activities suited for students at international schools and universities, including in-campus workshops (JUMP! Schools programs) and outdoor adventure trips (JUMP! Experience programs). We facilitate participants to develop personal, community, and inter-community leadership skills. To help realize our vision for a world in which young people fulfill their true potential, JUMP! donates a proportion of its revenue to support experiential youth-focused development projects around the world.

JUMP! is committed to employment equity. We encourage qualified applicants from members of minority groups, indigenous people, LGBTQ+ people, and all those with the knowledge, skills, and values to engage effectively with diverse communities.

For more information, you can visit our webpage and social media pages: @jumpfoundation (Twitter); the JUMP! Foundation Facebook page and blog.