Organization: HIAS
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Mid level – Mid level
Occupational Groups:
Education, Learning and Training
Information Technology and Computer Science
Closing Date:

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • (Hachnasat Orchim)

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • (Tzedek)

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • (Chesed)

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • (Chevruta)

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • (Ometz)

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • (Ruach)

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS is looking to recruit a digital tutor/ computer teacher who will teach and promote computer literacy among the residents. The incumbent will be required to craft and present lessons, develop teaching material, and ensure that equipment remains in excellent working condition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaboratively plan curriculum documents to reflect the needs of the residents.
• Planning lessons and activities that facilitate students’ acquisition of basic and advanced computer skills.
• Designing assignments and projects to assess student learning.
• Observing and managing classroom dynamics.
• Tracking and communicating students’ advancement throughout the course.
• Downloading important software updates and maintaining hardware.
• Engage in effective teaching practice that embraces inquiry teaching and learning methods and differentiate activities to meet the needs of all students.
• Authentically access, record, and track the progress of all students to inform teaching practice.
• Determine beneficiaries’ progress and work on an exit strategy to earn a livelihood (in case of reintegration) and provide for themselves and their dependents/significant others.
• In liaison with other departments, assist in the organization and facilitation of capacity-building activities for beneficiaries e.g. workshops, training or information dissemination
• Prepare periodic and progress reports on the above-mentioned training services
• Attend periodic staff meetings

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related discipline.

• Teaching certification for the level at which you will be instructing.

• Prior experience as a computer teacher.

• Passionate about fostering computer literacy and academic excellence

• Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Population.

• Knowledge of PSEA and Anti-Fraud.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person. Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees. Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

HIAS is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment, and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.

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