Description

IT skills are becoming more and more vital to employment in this developing country. IT education forms the most fundamental faculty one should have even before seeking for a job Many of us take for granted how advanced our IT skills are. If you have regular access to a computer you are among a small percentage of the world's population who are incredibly fortunate - so use this opportunity to share your skills! You will be amazed just how much you know and can pass on to your eager students!

We work with an IT centre in a poor area in a village called Munga in Karim lamido, taraba state. Regular IT lessons take place at this centre for both local school children and adults within the wider community. As in less advantaged countries everywhere, your help is very deeply appreciated. The School only has about dozen very basic computers so it's not unusual to find 3-4 pupils to one computer, especially when teaching the children. You may find yourself teaching packages such as: Word, Excel, Access, Office, Power point or Paint, Graphic designing, Hardware and networking including web page designing above all.

You don't need any qualifications for this placement, but, if you're teaching English or Mathematics, you do need to be fluent in the language. If you're teaching another subject, like Music or IT, you need to be reasonably skilled in that subject. Self-reliance, independence and initiative are highly appreciated and a sense of humour when the electricity fails, or buses don't turn up, will help you to make the most of this wonderful opportunity! Like all our destination countries, the culture in Nigeria is different to what you're used to. For example, the people are exceptionally friendly and helpful, with big smiles and a relaxed attitude.

What to bring
Laptop, Computer books, Pen drives, Diskettes, Compact Disks, and Digital Cameras.

Qualifications

At least high school level.

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

a typical ARV volunteer is loving and caring

Age Range

18 and above

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 5

Application Process Involves

• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

five days

African Rural Volunteers's Mission Statement

Is to give people in rural communities access to standard and vital facilities in areas such as medical, educational and humanitarian fields.

Year Founded

2008