Though AMURTEL does not require any educational qualifications, any kind of experience in working with children, or within NGOs is valued, and the profile of an ideal candidate includes:
- strong interest in working with children
- some working knowledge of English
- basic computer literacy and social media skills
- sense of community service, altruism
- interest in yoga, personal development or ecological lifestyle
- sense of responsibility
- initiative and self-motivation
- willingness to learn
Particular assets that are not required but are valued include
- creative and / or artistic skills
- sports skills
- entrepreneurial skills
- interest or experience in organic gardening or permaculture
- experience (volunteer, professional) or background in social work
- experience in working with children
- experience in yoga or meditation
- interest in healthy lifestyle
- vegetarian / non-smoking