The East West Foundation of India Looking for Information Technology Program Co-Ordinator at Marakkanam, Tamil Nadu Full Time

The East West Foundation India (TEWFI)

Information Technology Co-Ordinator – Job Description

The East West Foundation of India (TEWFI), about 50 kms North of Puducherry, has been developing and empowering the socially and economically marginalized communities of the Edaikzhinadu Panchayat of Tamil Nadu in rural South India for more than 26 years. TEWFI is serving the community through five service pillars including Health Centre; Children’s Home; Nursery & Primary School; Community care programs, and Environmental Centre.

Details of the work TEFWFI does can be found on our website www.tewfi.org

TEWFI is seeking the services of an experienced Information Technology Co-Ordinator to run the various technology-led programs at TEWFI.

Applicants with relevant IT work experience, particularly teaching in Computer Education, of 5 to 10 years will be preferred.

The hire will report to the General Manager at TEWFI.

The successful candidate will be provided boarding and lodging assistance by the Foundation.

Purpose of Role:

• Develop and conduct high quality Computer/IT education programs to the children at the Children home and Nursery & Primary School and to the rural community including schools across 24 villages (adults and Children) as part of the community care program;
• IT training to Nursery & Primary School teachers and E-Cow staff aligned with latest IT standards;
• Develop online training courses jointly with the other unit heads including Head Teacher at school for the rural community needs;
• Maintain the computer equipment owned by the Foundation including ensuring latest software updates and hardware upgrades as required. Also ensure critical data is backed up and stored offsite on a regular basis.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish an IT curriculum for the Nursery & Primary School equal to or better than the standards required of state government school;
• Launch online training for Nursery and Primary School for children in the rural community and adults;
• Fully utilize Vicki Standish Electronic Education Centre to expand computer skills across the rural community; transform to a service center;
• Develop IT/Computer Classes for delivery through E-bus to the 19 state schools and 24 villages in the rural community;
• Develop and launch online teaching program to middle school and older children across the rural community;
• Works towards a self-sustainable model going forward; income generated to cover fully all operating costs;
• Work closely with House Mother/ House Father to ensure children’s IT education at UCH is of good standard including tailored tutoring based on children’s development needs;
• Curriculum adjustments, alterations and aiding in creation for new subjects;
• Daily and weekly class planning and guidance including timetabling at beginning of each term;
• Activity book creation and update – collection of all school activities and the lessons to which they are related ;
• Teacher IT training and mentoring – Conduct daily and weekly training of current IT teachers in educational methods, and emerging IT trends;
• Reporting on key activities to the heads of education and TEWFI Manager.

Compensation:

• Rs. 28,000 – 32,000 per month (negotiable) plus boarding (free meals) at the Foundation site on working days. Also, work related travel costs will be reimbursed. A basic mobile phone will be provided and work related calls reimbursed.

Conditions of employment requirements:

• Fluency in Tamil and English both spoken and written.
• Satisfactory police check.
• Working with Children check.

Applications must submit:

• Current resume.
• Statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description.
• Two Referees.

Selection Process:

• Resume Screening
• Telephonic discussion
• Interview Final Interview

Orientation

Yes

Work Remotely

No

Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

Salary: ₹28,000.00 – ₹32,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Food provided

Schedule:

Supplemental pay types:

COVID-19 considerations:
Must be vaccinated with documented proof

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Puducherry, Puducherry: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Experience:

• Information Technology: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English and Tamil (Required)

License/Certification:

• Police Clearance Certificate (Required)

Application Deadline: 15/06/2023
Expected Start Date: 30/06/2023