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Field Officer (Digital Skills) Opportunity at World Vision

World Vision

Expires: 30 Nov 2023

Full Time

Bulawayo

Administration

job Description

The Field Officer (Digital Skills) assumes a crucial role in coordinating and executing a digital skills development project, contributing to youth empowerment and resilience building. The position encompasses a diverse array of responsibilities, from facilitating registrations to managing partnerships with stakeholders and overseeing digital solutions installations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Youth Engagement and Project Coordination for Digital Skills Development:
-Facilitate seamless registration and enrolment of youths from designated domains into recognized universities.
-Lead the coordination of project activities focused on digital skills development.
-Integrate the strategic insights of business and marketing education with the dynamic principles of electronic retailing.

Stakeholder and Partnership Management:
-Collaborate with officials from the Ministry of Information Communication and Technology, Youth, and SMEs.
-Ensure alignment of project needs with key stakeholders for effective implementation of digital skills development initiatives.
-Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with local, regional, and global stakeholders.
-Cultivate relationships that enhance the sustainability and impact of the Digital Skills training project.

Operational Efficiency and Technical Support:
-Maintain an effective cooperation mechanism for digital skills development.
-Oversee the installation of vital digital solutions on all assigned access platforms.
-Contribute to key content editing through the content management system.
-Provide support to project beneficiaries during training workshops and other digital skills development activities.
-Facilitate life coaching sessions for enrolled youths to enhance personal and professional development.

Documentation and Quality Control:
-Manage the preparation of terms of reference and bidding documents related to digital skills training initiatives.
-Ensure quality control of outputs from consulting firms and individual consultants involved in the project.
-Support the Accountability, Monitoring, and Evaluation Facilitator with necessary documentation and reporting.

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Qualifications and Experience

-A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, E-Commerce, or a related discipline.
-Professional expertise in ICT systems development, database management, and ICT4D solutions.
-Minimum of 1 year of experience in the NGO sector.
-Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including government officials, educational institutions, NGOs, and industry partners.
-Proficient in English; oral and written communication.
-Possession of a Clean Class 4 Driver’s License.
-Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
-Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.

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Job overview

  • Location

    Bulawayo

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    30 Nov 2023

  • Date Posted

    24 Nov 2023