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The position is offered for an initial 6 month commitment at a rate of 8-10 hours per week.
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TakingITGlobal seeks a motivated, creative and outgoing young person for the virtual volunteer position of Language & Engagement Coordinator. If you're interested in youth engagement in an online environment, international cultural production, gaining experience in online media and working in a high-energy Community, this could be your ideal placement.
TakingITGlobal is an international organization, led by youth and enabled by technology. TakingITGlobal connects youth to inspiration, information and involvement in their local and global communities. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with a growing worldwide presence, the organization's flagship program is TakingITGlobal.org (www.takingitglobal.org), the most popular online community for young people interested in connecting across cultures and making a difference, with hundreds of thousands of visitors each month.
As a virtual volunteer with TakingITGlobal you will be part of a team of youth leaders and innovators who create opportunities for more than 200,000 youth around the world!
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. “Language” Platform and Translations:
- Prompt translation of Dispatch issues, Spotlights, International Days and other documents, as directed by the Multilingual Programs Manager;
-Occasional submission of content for Featured Themes, Dispatch, Language newsletter, Global Gallery Contests, Panorama Online Publication and blogs;
-Organization and submission on monthly Task Distribution Plans for the team, as well as other team management documents as requested by the Multilingual Programs Manager (MPM);
-Participation in meetings with the Multilingual Programs Manager and other Language Coordinators on a monthly basis;
-Compiling the “Language” Newsletter (with the help of Content Researchers) every two months;
- Nominating team members for TIGStar Award on a monthly basis;
- Collecting the team’s Monthly Reports.
2. “Language” Engagement:
- Developing a 6-month plan with objectives and goals to increase multilingual content and contribute to the on-line and off-line engagement of the “language” community (under the supervision of the Multilingual Programs Manager);
- Creation and organization of events, activities and contest for the Language platform (under the guidance of the Multilingual Programs Manager and TIG office);
- Promoting TIG to “Language”-speaking organizations and reaching out to local organizations;
- Reporting to Multilingual Programs Manager on a monthly basis;
- Other duties, as necessary.
Experience Sought:
- Fully fluent in “Language” and English (excellent writing skills and spoken fluency). Fluency means a high level of both writing and speaking (mother-tongue speakers are preferred). Experience living and working in a “Language”-speaking, country an asset;
-Ability to work in a collaborative and virtual context;
-Involvement with youth organizations or other non-profit groups considered an asset;
-Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced learning environment, adeptly managing multiple shifting priorities;
-Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc), web-browsing and research, email use, etc. experience in multimedia, web and training is an asset;
- Excellent organization and time-management skills;
-Interest or background in current affairs, international issues and human rights, with particular interest in youth engagement and information and communications technologies;
- Access to a computer and Internet connection;
- Reliable, Punctual and self-motivated.
Why volunteer with TakingITGlobal?
-This is a great opportunity for youth interested in an expanded volunteer opportunity and greater responsibility within our organization. This position gives you a chance to play a role in “inspiring, informing and involving” other young “language”-speaking people , as you help to expand the networking possibilities for youth in your Region.
-The staff at TakingITGlobal encompass a broad range of skills including various types of web development, design, marketing, evaluation and surveys, fundraising, writing, editing, and strategy. The organization provides a good platform to improve and learn new skills due to the varied range of projects, and the opportunity to learn from others. As a Coordinator, you will also have the possibility to join our Skill-Building webinar and Live Chat series, designed specifically to make this position a growing and interesting experience for you.
-TakingITGlobal has a strong international reputation within the NGO, non-profit, and charity sectors, and this reputation is growing. Experience at TakingITGlobal will be respected by future employers, and TakingITGlobal’s collaborative nature means volunteers may grow a solid professional network, and gain experience vital for future job opportunities.
-TakingITGlobal is a young, vibrant and positive work environment! As a youth-led, youth-focused organization you will be working amongst peers in a collaborative structure. Although head-quartered in Toronto, TakingITGlobal is an international organization and you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues from all parts of the world! We value and acknowledge the work of volunteers, and as a Coordinator you will be featured on our Multilingual Page, and will be eligible for our TIGStar Monthly Award, the results of which are shared regularly with our international staff.
-TakingITGlobal’s mission is essentially altruistic, and team members have the opportunity to put their skills and energy to work for a ‘non-profit’, ‘good cause’. Volunteers can get a thrill out of the ‘cutting edge’ nature of TakingITGlobal’s work, the clear growth in our reach, and the positive feedback provided by members and partners. Moreover, as part of our Multilingual Team you will have the chance to promote your country’s culture through our international platform.
Interested applicants should send their resume and a cover letter to Chiara Camponeschi, Multilingual Programs Manager, at chiara@takingitglobal.org
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TakingITGlobal (TIG)
TakingITGlobal (TIG) is an international organization, led by youth, empowered by technology. TIG brings together young people in more than 200 countries within international networks to collaborate on concrete projects addressing global problems and creating positive change.
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