Worldreader
Operations assistant
Vacancies: 1
Location: Kisumu and Nairobi, Kenya
Worldreader, an exciting US- and
Barcelona-based social enterprise whose mission is to make digital books
available to all in the developing world using mobile and e-reader technology,
is looking for an Operations Assistant for Worldreader Kenya.
Concretely Worldreader Kenya will
help to understand if e-readers improve student performance, how cost effective
is an e-reader intervention and how does the e-reader program change learning
to improve achievement.
Worldreader will provide students
(and teachers) with e-readers pre-loaded with e-books from a growing list of
early grade reading materials in Kiswahili and English.
This is a 9-month contract based
in Kisumu starting Jan 2013.
Successful performance will lead
to a permanent job offer based in Nairobi.
The Operations Assistant, based in
Kisumu, Kenya, reports to the Operations Manager and is expected to assist the
Operations Manager in carrying out the following responsibilities:
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Execute large scale content downloads on e-readers
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Conduct technical teacher training on e-reader usage
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Conduct school visits to assess e-readers usage
·
Assist with e-reader inventory management across a number of
schools, including collecting and replacing problem devices and keeping records
of devices
·
Assist with logistics management for community outreach events
·
Occasionally, handle imports logistics/customs clearance
Desired
Skills & Experience
We are looking for a professional
with technical skills. The ideal candidate possesses the following
qualifications:
·
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with at least one year of
experience in a relevant discipline
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Computer literacy: solid knowledge of software, hardware, and
computer networks; proficient in Word, Excel, and productivity/communication
tools
·
Detail-oriented. Structured and organized thinker and
communicator
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Experience as an IT professional highly desirable
·
Great verbal and written communications skills
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Bilingual: English and Kiswahili; other East African languages a
plus
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Demonstrable passion for education and the mission of
Worldreader
Apply for
this position:
To apply – please send your resume
and a cover letter explaining what you think Worldreader is about and why you
would like to become the Worldreader Kenya Operations Assistant.
Applications should be sent to
hr@worldreader.org. The first application round closes on December 3rd.
However applicants are encouraged
to submit their applications after that date, as there may be additional
application rounds.
Deadline: 18 Dec, 2012
Website: www.worldreader.org
