Employment Digital Literacy Volunteer

4 weeks ago

Glendale, Arizona, United States International Rescue Committee Full time

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

ABOUT US:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The IRC in Los Angeles's Employment Training Panel provides job readiness training, digital literacy, and financial literacy to newcomers and current clients that hold work authorizations in search of job opportunities. The Employment Training Panel aims to help refugees achieve self-sufficiency through paid employment and retain employment for more than 90 days (or a minimum of 500 work hours). The Employment Training Panel volunteer will assist the Workforce Literacy Program Specialist with the management of the Employment Training Panel, as well as provide assistance to clients to prepare for and secure their first job in the U.S.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteers will assist in creating PowerPoints for Digital Literacy using the provided curriculum and accommodating the lessons for a multi-level class of English Learners. Volunteers will also join and assist the lead instructor in delivering a 1-hour Digital Literacy class (on a weekly basis) using Microsoft Teams.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Volunteer will gain experience in individual coaching techniques to engage and empower clients.
Volunteer will gain experience in effective outreach strategies to help clients find and retain a job.
Volunteer will learn to create effective professional and job level specific resumes and cover letters to benefit professional development.
Volunteer will learn to communicate effectively with clients across cultures.
Volunteer will grow knowledge in PowerPoint creation and lesson planning.

REQUIREMENTS:
Language Requirements - English Proficiency
Excellent communication and writing skills; including cross-cultural communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint
Basic knowledge in lesson planning and teaching
Self-motivated; able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention and computer literacy

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Standard of Professional Conduct:
The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

Don't hesitate to contact if you have any questions.

Job type: UNPAID Volunteer Position


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

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