National Volunteer for Inclusive Education_ Sign Language (Talent pool)

Role Overview Summary

As a School Sign Language Trainer, you will coordinate and support the learning of early years children in and out of schools, children with additional needs and disabilities in schools across 12 states in Nigeria. You will play a pivotal role in introducing and establishing the teaching of the sign language curriculum in state schools and at the community level to support the learning of children identified as marginalised. You will work on improving parental and community engagement in the education of children with auditory and language-processing disabilities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Location: This position is open exclusively to candidates who are currently based in Nigeria.
• Work Rights: Applicants must possess the legal right to work in Nigeria.

Ideal Applicant Summary

If you’re passionate about working with children and supporting parents and the local community and have the skills and experience of sign language training, this role might be for you. The essential skills, qualifications and experience we’re looking for include:

• A demonstrated skills to interpret and communicate using sign language.

• A National Certificate in Education (NCE) or qualification related to education.

• Practical experience working with children, preferably of children in early primary school stage (Primary 1-3) is of great advantage.

• A good level of written English and excellent interpersonal skills and able to work with a range of people in different roles and with different backgrounds and levels of knowledge and experience.

• A commitment to supporting educational improvement of children leaving with disabilities and to work on the programme for 8 weeks to maximize their learning about effective programme delivery and change-management.

Competencies and Behaviour

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

• Ability to be open minded and respectful

• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations

• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships

• Ability to seek and share knowledge

Equal Opportunities

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.