Senior Cultural Orientation Trainer
Job Description
Title: Senior Cultural Orientation Trainer
Company Name: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Vacancy: Not specific
Job Location: Cox's Bazar, Cox's Bazar (Ukhia)
Employment Status: Contractual
Educational Requirements:
∎ Bachelor's degree required in relevant field
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 3 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ Country: Bangladesh
∎ Job Title: Senior Cultural Orientation Trainer
∎ Department: Cultural Orientation/RSC Asia
∎ Contract length: Till 30th September 2024 (with possibility of extension subject to funding, program needs and performance of incumbent)
∎ Work Location: RSC-Asia, Cox`s Bazar/Ukhiya Office, Bangladesh.
∎ Reporting to: Senior Cultural Orientation Manager
∎ Expected Start Date: At Earliest
∎ Purpose:
∎ As part of US Refugee Resettlement processing, Cultural Orientation (CO) is an essential phase where refugees are given an orientation (between one and five days) to assist them in their adjustment and integration into life in the U.S. Some areas covered during these classes include education, housing, US law, healthcare services, employment and money management, and US laws. Each training session is tailored to a specific refugee population and its demographics. The Senior trainer is responsible for delivering classes and carrying out any administrative and support activities required by the orientation program. See: https://coresourceexchange.org/about-cultural-orientation/ for more information about CO.
∎ The Senior Cultural Orientation (CO) Trainer is responsible for conducting cultural orientation class in accordance with USRAP guidelines and the curriculum developed by RSC and is able to provide training for a variety of wide range of participant groups including unaccompanied minors, sensitive cases, family classes, etc. The Senior CO Trainer is also responsible for hiring, training and supervising refugee support staff. Furthermore, the Senior CO Trainer is responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of CO curriculum and materials. The Senior CO Trainer collaborates with partner agencies, NGOs, and refugee support staff on the ground as appropriate. The Senior CO Trainer works closely with the other Trainers and Senior CO Trainers based in Bangladesh and reports to the Senior Cultural Orientation Manager. This position requires domestic travel.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Conduct CO training sessions for groups of 25-30 refugees, including classes for adults, children, youth, unaccompanied refugee minors, and families.
∎ Conduct CO training sessions in other RSC Asia locations, including remote sessions.
∎ Maintain accurate attendance records.
∎ Supervise, monitor, and train refugee support staff who help with interpretation, childcare, cleaning and other services as required.
∎ Ensure regular and on-going contact with CO camp-based sites including conducting periodic meetings.
∎ Ensure upkeep and functionality of CO sites in close coordination with CO Manager, Program Support Coordinator and Senior Site Maintenance Officer.
∎ Assist with development and implementation of the CO training schedule and call list when needed.
∎ Assist with logistical arrangements and the upkeep of CO facilities when necessary.
∎ Assist with the development and design of the CO curriculum including suggestions for updates and improvements.
∎ Participate in Information Campaign activities outside of the CO classroom as needed.
∎ Maintain close contact with the CO Manager.
∎ Communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with partner agencies including the UNHCR, IOM, NGOs, and refugee support staff as appropriate and in conjunction with the CO Manager.
∎ Assist with the accurate maintenance of START database records including CO scheduling and post-CO data entry, as needed.
∎ Maintain a current understanding of the US Refugee Admissions Program and resettlement issues related to CO.
∎ Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements:
∎ At least 3(three) years of relevant professional experience including database management and record keeping required.
∎ Experience teaching/training adults preferably in a refugee context.
∎ Experience teaching/training children/youth is a plus.
∎ Experience supervising staff, conducting observations, and developing curriculum desirable.
∎ Experience in refugee resettlement processing including START preferred.
∎ Willingness and ability to travel and/or relocate to processing sites to meet the program's needs.
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners in a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment.
∎ Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, work independently, set priorities, effectively manage time and staff, and meet deadlines.
∎ Excellent spoken and written English.
∎ Knowledge of Rohingya is desirable.
∎ Flexibility and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
∎ Proficiency in database management, Microsoft Office programs, and e-mail.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 14 Oct 2023
Company Information:
∎ 7 Oct 2023
∎ International Rescue Committee (IRC)
∎ Business : The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. In more than 40 countries and in 26 U.S. cities, our dedicated teams provide clean water, shelter, health care, education, protection and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Founded in 1933. David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, is a former Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom.
Category: NGO/Development
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 14th Oct 2023
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