Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 27 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Essential skills and experience
• Minimum of 1 year project management experience working in/with government, intergovernmental or international NGO organisations.
• Expertise in the delivery of coding and digital skills training will be an added advantage.
• An appropriate diploma level qualification in a relevant discipline, such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or equivalent
Experience delivering Scratch, Python, HTML, PHP trainings and up to date subject knowledge
• Experience of managing high profile donors including reporting, bid preparation and relationship management
• Proven knowledge of budget construction and management
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills

Main duties and responsibilities
1. Project Management
• Lead the implementation of the Digital Skills Accelerator project, ensuring that it meets all project objectives and milestones.
• Manage and coordinate all project activities, including training sessions, workshops, and outreach events.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Prepare and submit regular project reports to donors and stakeholders, highlighting project progress, challenges, and achievements.

2. Training Delivery
• Develop and deliver high-quality coding and digital skills training sessions to students in schools and community centres.
• Effectively utilise Scratch, Python, HTML, CSS, and other programming languages to teach digital skills to students of varying skill levels.
• Provide individualised support to students to ensure they are understanding the concepts and progressing at their own pace.

3. Student Engagement
• Maintain regular contact with students to monitor their progress, address any concerns, and provide ongoing support.
• Track student attendance and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions to enhance training effectiveness.
• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment that motivates students to continue developing their digital skills.

4. Reporting and Documentation
• Prepare comprehensive reports on project progress, student outcomes, and financial expenditures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including training materials, student records, and financial reports.
• Contribute to the development of case studies and other materials that showcase the impact of the project on students and the community.

5. Donor Relations and Sustainability
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, ensuring timely and accurate reporting and communication.
• Actively participate in donor meetings and presentations to represent the project and its achievements.
• Develop and implement strategies to secure additional funding and partnerships to ensure the long-term sustainability of the project.

To learn more about the work we do visit our new website www.play-itforward.org.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
• We welcome applications from people of all ages (over 18) and backgrounds who have the skills and experience to help strengthen our team.
• Please submit your CV along with a cover letter of no more than one A4 page outlining your suitability for the role to lwanga@play-itforward.org 

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