Learning and Development Coordinator

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Africa Strong is a volunteer-run organization. We are rooted in the belief that we all have an inherent responsibility to make a meaningful difference in our community and the world. We are looking for individuals that share our beliefs and want to help us drive our mission forward.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifying Training Needs: The volunteer will collaborate with our partners and board members to assess the needs of teachers in Sub-Saharan Africa who are using Chromebooks for the first time, and develop trainings that are relevant to their needs and skill levels.
• Developing Training Materials: You will create or curate training materials, such as manuals, guides, videos, and webinars, that are engaging, easy to understand, and culturally appropriate for the target audience on how to use Chromebooks and how to incorporate Chromebooks into the classroom.
• Monitoring and Evaluating Training: The volunteer will help monitor the effectiveness of the training by collecting feedback from participants, analyzing results, and making improvements based on the feedback received.
• Sharing Best Practices: The volunteer will collaborate with other educators and trainers to share best practices, resources, and strategies for teaching with Chromebooks in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Teaching, training, or curriculum development experience preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of Google Classroom and Chromebooks.
• Have strong verbal and writing skills.
• Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented.
• Possess good time management skills.
• Cultural sensitivity: The volunteer should be culturally sensitive and respectful of the local customs and practices in Uganda. This will help them develop training materials that are relevant and appropriate for the local context.
• A passion for the mission and goals of the organization is important to effectively communicate and promote the organization's message.