Placement: Vocational Training Specialists (various skills, e.g. construction trades, tailoring, agriculture) Location: Uganda Length: 24 months Start: Feb 2013
In 2006, Northern Uganda emerged from a prolonged period of intense conflict. Despite positive economic growth, millions of Ugandans live in absolute poverty. To encourage skill development and help the country prosper, the Northern Ugandan Youth Development Centre (NUYDC) has established a vocation training programme to engage with local youth and communities to develop their skill set. Working as a Vocational Training Specialist, you will work with vocational trainers to improve the quality of training to the youth in the area and ensure it is consistent with the NUYDC programme.
What does the role involve? • Developing the existing teaching curriculum as required • Building the capacity of staff to teach the curriculum, including developing their monitoring and evaluation skills • Facilitating the development of guidance and counselling on social issues such as HIV/AIDS and promoting issues of gender, disability and sports in the vocational training program • Identifying and sharing ideas on good practice across participating Vocational Training Institutions
Skills, qualifications and experience required
A relevant degree in the field of teaching or vocational training, plus a minimum of three years working experience, is essential. You should have practical vocational teaching experience working with young adults and small groups, with emphasis on lesson planning, communication skills and monitoring/evaluation of learning development. Vocations sought include agriculture, tailoring, carpentry, bricklaying and electrical installation, however other skills will also be considered. You will need to be self-motivated and well-organised, with the confidence to create positive relationships in diverse cultures and working environments. You will need strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage your own workload.
And the rest....
During your placement you’ll be based in either Arua or Moyo town located in the West Nile sub region. Both of the towns are fairly modern with good infrastructure including schools, medical centres and leisure facilities. We’ll ask you to commit to 24 months to make a sustainable contribution to our development goals. In return, we’ll give you comprehensive financial, personal and professional support. Where we’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation, insurance and more. When you return to your home country, we'll support you to resettle.
How to apply:
To find out more about volunteering with VSO or to apply go to http://www.vsointernational.org/volunteer/and reference Uganda/NICHE in your application. On average it takes a minimum of 4 months to go through the application process, so apply now for departure in early 2013.
Vocational Training Specialists in Uganda
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