BACKGROUND:
Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. Through 29 regional offices in cities across the United States, the IRC helps refugees resettle and become self-sufficient. Our programs are designed to ensure refugees thrive in America--whether ensuring children are enrolled in school, adults become self-reliant through employment or starting businesses, or families receive acute medical care they need to recover from trauma or illness. IRC Wichita has been assisting refuges since 2011. The Wichita office offers a range of services including trauma-informed family support, economic empowerment, education for youth and adults and immigration services. The IRC helps those in need to rebuild their lives and regain control of their future in their new home.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Digital Literacy Specialist will implement IRCโs Digital Literacy Program under the direct supervision of the Adult Education Program Coordinator. The Digital Literacy Specialist will equip IRC Wichita clients with core digital literacy skills and access necessary resources and opportunities to be self-sufficient. This role will provide clients with culturally and linguistically competent direct literacy programs and services. From basic computer skills to email account creation and resume creation using Microsoft Words, the Digital Literacy Specialist develops curriculums to empower clientsโ ability to use technology and reduce barriers to achieve their personal and professional goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in a related field strongly preferred; or mix of equivalent years of related work experience and education; Prior experience working with refugee, immigrant and low-income populations preferred; 1+ yearsโ experience with instruction/training, case management, or coaching preferred; High level of familiarity with digital literacy, computer skills and access efforts required; High level of familiarity in using information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information; Previous multi-cultural experience and demonstrated ability to communicate well with people of varied backgrounds preferred; Ability to work independently, be a self-starter and maintain responsibility for multiple tasks; Excellent organizational skills; Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a high aptitude in making in-person and web-based presentations;Working Environment:
A combination of standard office environment and โfieldโ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. May require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Must have a valid driverโs license, active insurance policy, access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area for home visits.Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.