Opportunities From: Spark

This volunteering role as a Technical Employment Coordinator aims to make a life-changing impact by helping immigrant, refugee, and asylee clients move beyond low-paying jobs and into higher-skilled, higher-paying positions aligned with their professional and educational backgrounds. The goal is to address the issue of Brain Waste, where 25% to 30% of college-educated refugees and immigrants are relegated to low-paying jobs well below their abilities.

As a Career Mentor Volunteer, you will be responsible for guiding clients toward their desired career fields. This includes enrolling them in relevant training and recertification programs, reviewing their resumes, job matching with our employer connections, and following up to ensure their success.

This is an unpaid volunteer position that requires a minimum of a 2-hour/week commitment. The position offers training on the refugee process of arriving in the US and the various challenges they face in obtaining skilled employment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Work with IT employers and New Americans to help clients secure appropriate employment.

· Evaluate candidate skills to identify suitable positions.

· Maintain and grow relationships with existing technology employer recruiters and share candidates for opportunities within their organization.

· Develop an individualized career development plan with job seekers (training provided).

· Keep detailed relationship records using the Salesforce database.

· Ensure a positive candidate experience on all fronts.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

· Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related field or holding a high school diploma.

· Related work experience in social work, recruiting, coaching, workforce, or human resources is a plus.

· Able to work cross-culturally in a diverse environment.

· Any technical background is a plus.

· Preferably from the United States.

As a Technical Employment Coordinator Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to help change lives by providing guidance and support to clients who are seeking higher-paying, more fulfilling careers. Thank you for considering this rewarding volunteer opportunity.

Join TechNation and make a life-changing impact as a board member! We are dedicated to helping immigrant, refugee, and asylee clients break free from low-paying jobs and unlock opportunities in higher-skilled, higher-paying positions that align with their professional and educational backgrounds. Together, we aim to tackle the issue of BrainWaste, where a staggering 25% to 30% of college-educated refugees and immigrants find themselves in low-paying jobs that do not utilize their full potential.

As a General Board Member, your responsibilities will include:

Regularly attending board meetings and other important related meetings.

Actively participating in committee work.

Volunteering for and efficiently completing assigned tasks with thoroughness and timeliness.

Staying well-informed about committee matters, preparing for meetings, and providing constructive input on minutes and reports.

Building strong relationships with other committee members, fostering a collegial working environment that contributes to consensus.

Actively contributing to the committee's annual evaluation and planning efforts.

Engaging in fundraising activities to support the organization's mission.

By joining our board, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of TechNation and make a real difference in the lives of countless individuals. Together, we can create pathways to success and empower talented individuals to reach their full potential.

Apply now and be a catalyst for change with TechNation!