Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Information Technology Volunteer

Position Location: Bujumbura, Burundi (with frequent trips to Gitega, Burundi)
Start Date: Flexible
Length of Opportunity: 1 - 4 months, depending on availability
Hours per week: 40
Number of Positions Open: 1

General Function:          
Outfit computers at World Relief Burundi with sufficient software to function in a shared virtual network. Train all staff in usage of Microsoft Office software and network programs. Create a database for administrative/logistical functions.

Specific Job Duties:      
Establish a central wireless network for all office computers
Train World Relief Burundi (WRB) staff in computer maintenance and safety
Train WRB staff in the use of Microsoft Office
Train WRB staff in the use of SharePoint and Ceridian
Establish a Microsoft Access database for centralizing administrative functions
Establish a satellite connection at the branch office in Gitega, Burundi

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:               
French fluency preferred, but not essential
Knowledge of Information Technology and the ability to implement it in a context of limited resources
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Ability to plan, train, organize, and supervise the work of others, while working in difficult cultural and physical environments
Ability to work with minimum supervision and to deal with problems and issues promptly and efficiently
Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
Proven analytical and planning skills
Flexible / motivated team player

Experience:     
Experience setting up wireless networks
Experience training adult learners
Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access

Physical Demands:       
Must be in good physical condition and have the ability to lift 25 pounds. Only simple medical diagnosis and treatment is available in the field.

Work Environment:     
Office and living accommodations may be combined
May share living space and facilities with coworkers
Modern amenities (electrical, plumbing, air cooling) may not be available
Work may take place in locations which can be volatile or lack formal security infrastructure

To apply for this position, please visit www.worldrelief.org/volunteer. For more information please contact Volunteer@wr.org.


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