Description
IEFT has an open
position for a volunteer entrepreneurship educator and micro-finance accountant
starting as soon as possible.
IEFT is a registered
non-profit organization that collaborates with rural communities in northern
Tanzania to provide quality, affordable secondary education to indigenous
children. IEFT operates the Orkeeswa High School, which is populated by
motivated students and an upbeat and welcoming staff. The school is in place to
influence a rural corner of northern Tanzania through the education of its
youth.
Job
Description:
IEFT is looking for
an energetic person to volunteer as an entrepreneurship educator and micro- finance
Accountant for the Rural Entrepreneurship Development initiative at Orkeeswa
High School. We are looking for applicants who are creative and adaptable, with
the vision to take a developing program to a higher level. The program will
include a combination of classroom based entrepreneurship education with
applied field business development. Following the course the students will be
able to apply to fund their business startup through the school. The goal of
their entrepreneurship development is to be profitable enough to save towards
their university studies, and develop the capacity to thrive under high
unemployment and limited financial resources.
Responsibilities:
Educator:
- Guide
multiple classes per week through an entrepreneurship course. - Adapt
an American entrepreneurship curriculum to local circumstances. - Organize
field trips and guest speakers for supplemental information. - Work
closely with a Tanzanian partner, and a dynamic international staff.
Micro-Finance
Accountant:
- Evaluate
and fund student businesses proposals. - Monitor
progress of start-ups and solicit advice continually. - Coordinate
and supervise the implementation of the project activities. - Assist
students in acquiring a banking and savings account in the local area. - Develop
incentives for student saving.
Qualifications:
- Strong
command of the English Language - Commitment
of at least one year - Adaptability
to challenging living and working conditions in a developing country - Diplomacy,
good judgment and ability to work across different cultures - Strong
analytical skills, attention to detail and accuracy
By working together
with IEFT staff and volunteers, you will benefit from a real sense of global
solidarity, lasting friendships, and the life-changing impact of a unique and
meaningful experience. You will gain a deeper insight into a different culture
and experience things that broaden your perspectives.
This position may
include a small stipend to cover modest living expenses for qualified
applicants.
How
to apply
To apply, please
send your resume/CV to volunteer@ieftz.org
with “Entrepreneurship Educator and Micro-Finance Accountant” as the
subject of your email.
