The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

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+ years’ 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;

• Develop and follow a Digital literacy class training series.
• Collaborate with IRC Wichita direct service staff to implement and refine the Digital Literacy training series in response to evolving population needs;
• Collaborate with community partners to engage in comprehensive digital asset mapping;
• Work with the Adult Education Coordinator to implement and incorporate digital literacy to the Vocational English Language Training (VELT) curriculum.
• Conduct digital skills development one-on-one sessions and integrated instruction within workshops and trainings;
• Conduct client pre and post assessments and data tracking in ETO and other reporting entities.
• Train staff and volunteers in implementing digital literacy curriculum.
• Assist clients access Wi-Fi and internet services through applications, referrals, and technical support.
• Ensure that information required for program eligibility and reporting purposes is collected and that accurate records are maintained in a timely manner.
• Work in tandem with Wichita Public School personnel to register eligible refugee students in an affordable home internet service;
• Provide one-on-one training sessions of core digital skills and tools such as basic internet use, Wi-Fi access, Zoom, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Assist in the design, development and implementation of additional training curricula and literacy programs;
• Maintain the computer lab and an inventory of information and technology equipment.
• Participate in all program meetings and staff development activities;
• Travel as needed within service delivery area;
• Perform other duties as assigned.