JB Opportunities

International JB Opportunities

International Junior Branch Conference (IJBC)

IJBC stands for International Junior Branch Conference, which is held every year at the end of July and the beginning of August.

What happens at IJBC?

IJBC normally lasts 5 nights and is a conference designed to build the attitudes, skills and knowledge of Junior Branch leaders from around the world to help them develop their own local JBs. The conference is the only time during the year where there is an attempt to bring JBers from every country in CISV together, to share ideas experiences and to have training sessions together.

Who attends IJBC?

Anyone is welcome to attend IJBC, yes even (actually, especially) you. The conference is designed for the target group of active Junior Branch leaders. Many National Junior Representatives attend the conference, though there are also participants who do not hold official positions within their JB in attendance. Increasingly IJBC is being planned with a wider and more diverse parti

cipant group in mind, thus training and sessions are expanding in their diversity and many more parallel sessions are being held.

IJBC is taking place this year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 31 to August 5!

IJBC has always been the space for JBers to share their experiences, ideas, and thoughts on Junior Branch today and innovate to build our Junior Branch tomorrow. 2024 has witnessed JBers across CISV levels picking up the pieces and recovering our communities. It is even more important now that we represent our greatest strength of unity to march forward together.

Round 3 of IJBC applications are open until May 14. Note: Only JBers approved by NJRs to attend IJBC can fill out the registration form. If you're interested in attending, send an email to our NJRs!

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International Junior Representative

The IJRs are in charge of International Junior Branch and represent Junior Branch to all other parts of CISV International. The IJRs should have expertise in all issues relevant to Junior Branch would and should be an active JBer.

IJR nominations are open until April 27th. Nominees must be at least 18 years of age and no older than 25 years old. Have someone in mind? Email our NJRs to put their name forward!

IJBC Facilitator

A Facilitator is responsible for collaborating with the IJRs to develop content for IJBC 2025. This role provides a unique opportunity for individuals to step out of their comfort zones, enhance their leadership skills, and engage in meaningful planning for a diverse audience.

Facilitators work closely with the rest of the team to design and deliver impactful sessions, fostering an enriching dynamic conference experience. This role not only allows for greater involvement in the JB community, but also offers a rewarding and engaging experience.

The deadline to apply to be an IJBC Facilitator is April 21. Reach out to our NJRs for more details and how to apply.

IJB Training Sub Team

The JB Training Sub Team will work under the international Training Committee to develop quality JB-focused trainings. A primary objective for the coming year will be formulating an NJR 101 Training. If you have a desire to improve the training administered within JB and to take on a greater role in CISV, this Team could be a good fit for you.

The Terms of Reference for the Team can be found here, and it is recommended that you review it before applying.

Competencies Required: All members are expected to exhibit the base Attitudes, Skills and Knowledge posted on the CISV International website.  The following expertise needs to be present in the Committee, although not in each member:

• Professional expertise in the following areas: Training Experience (ie. CISV Trainers, TTT certification)
• Practical CISV experience with Content Delivery and Facilitation
• Background in Junior Branch Roles
• Strong project management skill

Meetings: The Junior Branch Training Sub Team will typically meet virtually once a month. The Sub Team may be established to further development work plan tasks. In person meetings, involving travel, may be required at the discretion of the Board.

If you have any questions about the team and its role, please reach out to Luke (luke.bowen@us.cisv.org), the IJB representative on the Training Committee. Fill out the form to apply! Deadline to submit is April 27.

International JB Curriculum Activity Working Group

The JB Curriculum Activity Working Group will work in collaboration with the Education and Research Committee  to develop and review activities for Step-Up, Seminar, and Youth Meeting curriculums. Ideally, the group will consist of individuals from a broad range of ages and experiences. Whether you have participated in programmes, staffed, led, or volunteered in the JB/CISV we think you could bring value to this working group.

You would be a good fit for the team if you are:

• Eager to be involved in CISV in a greater capacity
• Interested in developing quality educational activities
• Capable of working well in collaboration with others

Meetings: The Curriculum Activity Working Group will typically meet virtually once a month. Additional individual or collaborative work will be delegated on an as needed basis.

If you have any questions about the working group and its role, please reach out to Luke (luke.bowen@us.cisv.org), the IJB representative on the Education and Research Committee. Fill out the form to apply! Deadline to submit is April 27.