Refugee Cultural Orientation Assistant

4 weeks ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States International Rescue Committee Full time

Cultural Orientation Training Specialist Intern

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Cultural Orientation Training Specialist Intern. As a key member of our team, you will assist in designing, developing, and delivering structured training sessions to newly arrived refugees in the Baltimore area.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in creating and implementing training curricula on topics such as financial management, U.S. laws, housing, transportation, safety, healthcare, and cultural adjustment.
  • Teach virtual lessons in group and individual sessions as needed.
  • Lead bus orientations and bank orientations with refugee clients in Baltimore City.
  • Support classroom operations by creating and organizing materials.
  • Work with interpreters to administer post-tests to CO graduates.
  • Assist with documentation, data entry, and supervision of participants' children as necessary.

Requirements:

  • Prior experience and interest in adult education or curriculum development preferred.
  • Prior experience and interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
  • Prior experience or interest in community health, nutrition, and/or food access.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
  • Flexible and reliable, with outstanding attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box).
  • Fluency in English required.

Benefits:

  • Gain experience in teaching, program coordination, and curriculum design.
  • Develop an understanding of the local food system in the Baltimore metropolitan area, including resources focused on nutrition and food security.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application by November 24th, 2024. Interviews will be conducted in December, and offers will be extended by December 27th, 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The IRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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