Job Title: Information Technology Advisor
Location: Akwanga, Nigeria
Organisation: CUSO International
Scope: Volunteering
Start Date: October 2012
Length of placement: 12 months
Overseas placement: Information Technology Advisor, Nigeria
Partner name: College of Education, Akwanga
Funding eligibility requirements: Must be Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Language Requirements:
• Fluency in English – Level 4-5
• Language Requirements Assessment (http://s.jobnavy.com/cusointl-langreq)
THE VOLUNTEER'S ROLE
Likely duties for this placement include:
1. Identifying IT solutions to streamline college processes and lobby the college to invest in necessary resources
2. Improving ICT infrastructure and communications in the College.
3. Developing an ICT strategy for the college.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in IT-related subject – Minimum 3 years' experience working with various IT systems and software – Experience in Project Management – Good skills in computer maintenance – Experience in training others
Note: In order to meet Nigeria's work permit restrictions, volunteers must be under 58 years of age.
TRAINING AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Our training and support package covers the costs of being an overseas volunteer, allowing you to enjoy a modest but healthy lifestyle while you volunteer abroad. This includes: – Attendance at a Cuso International assessment day (candidates are expected to cover the first $150 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and accommodation costs). – Travel and accommodation costs associated with five day pre-departure training course held in Ottawa. – Return airfare and visa/permit (this includes a return flight in the case of a family emergency). – Coverage for required vaccinations, medications and health insurance. – Accommodation while overseas. – A modest living allowance, which varies depending on the country where you are placed. – Quarterly payments to support you in your placement – Modest support for accompanying partners
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please apply online quoting referral code NG0696/0007/0004 and the name of the placement.
Information Technology Advisor - Volunteering Job in Nigeria (http://www.jobnavy.com/job/6347/information-technology-advisor-volunteering-job-in-nigeria-at-cuso-international/)