Cuso International - We envision a world where all people are able to realize their potential, develop their skills and participate fully in society. We believe in the power of people, value diversity and take responsibility for our actions and proactively demonstrate that we work with and on behalf of others. Cuso International works in developing countries across the world. We currently have programs in eighteen countries.
POSITION : Information Communication Technology Advisor
The volunteer's role
The purpose of this placement is to improve the capacity of the partner to increase the reach of their project profile through optimized ICT systems.
The volunteer will:
Support the creation of intranet and external back up systems for official documentation
Update website and support content management of social media platforms
Design basic ICT training guides for staff
Essential Academic Qualifications
University degree, college diploma in Information Communication Technology , Computer Science or equivalent qualification
Essential Professional Background/Competencies
Experience developing training guides
Graphic design experience
Experience in website design, development and management
Experience developing content for websites and other social media platforms
Desirable Academic Qualifications
Certification, courses in website design, content management and/or communications
Desirable Professional Background/Competencies
Experience in Intranet setup and management of filing backup systems
Experience working in a developing country
Knowledge of development issues, particularly gender-related development issues
Experience working in the development and/or gender field or on development and/or gender related projects and programs
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Experience training adult learners
Important information for candidates
Cuso International covers the following costs:
Return airfare and visa/permit costs
Accommodation while overseas
Modest living allowance while overseas
Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer
The cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance
Access to Employee Assistance Program while overseas and upon return
Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend
Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and in-country training orientation
Fundraising: We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work.
E-volunteering: Depending on the nature of the placement volunteers are encouraged to provide e-volunteering support to the local partner or Cuso International before or after the field placement.
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