Online English Volunteer

Job Posting Organization:
UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, is dedicated to ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established to address global reproductive health issues, UNFPA operates in numerous countries, focusing on achieving universal access to sexual and reproductive health, realizing reproductive rights, and reducing maternal mortality. The organization emphasizes innovation as a key driver to meet its transformative goals, which include ending unmet needs for family planning, preventable maternal deaths, and gender-based violence. UNFPA's mission is supported by a diverse workforce committed to improving the lives of adolescents, youth, and women worldwide, leveraging population dynamics, human rights, and gender equality.

Job Overview:
The position of Online English Volunteer at UNFPA Madagascar and Comoros is designed to enhance the English language proficiency of personnel who primarily speak French. This role is crucial as it addresses the communication barriers that hinder professional development within the organization. The volunteer will be responsible for developing and implementing an English training program tailored to the needs of the staff. The program aims to provide participants with practical skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking English, thereby improving their overall fluency and confidence in using the language in a professional context. The volunteer will also be tasked with creating engaging lesson plans and materials that cater to the varying levels of English competency among the personnel, ensuring that the training is both effective and enjoyable.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online English Volunteer will undertake several key responsibilities, including:

• Developing a comprehensive lesson plan based on a pre-assessment of the personnel's current English competency levels.
• Conducting English classes that cover all four language competencies: listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
• Utilizing innovative teaching methods and materials to engage participants and facilitate learning.
• Administering a test at the end of the training program to evaluate the participants' progress and proficiency improvements after 12 weeks of lessons.
• Providing feedback and recommendations for further language development based on the assessment results.
• Collaborating with UNFPA staff to ensure that the training aligns with the organization's goals and meets the specific needs of the personnel.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Online English Volunteer position should possess strong English language skills, with a focus on teaching or tutoring experience. They should be able to demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to engage learners in a virtual environment. Familiarity with innovative teaching strategies and the ability to adapt materials for diverse learning needs are essential. Additionally, candidates should have a passion for education and a commitment to supporting the professional development of others.

Educational Background:
A background in education, linguistics, or a related field is preferred for this position. Candidates should ideally have qualifications in English language teaching or a similar area, which would provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English to non-native speakers.

Experience:
While formal teaching experience is beneficial, it is not strictly required. However, candidates should have some experience in tutoring or teaching English, whether in a formal classroom setting or through informal means. Experience working with diverse populations and an understanding of the challenges faced by language learners will be advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as the primary role involves teaching the language. Proficiency in French is also beneficial, as it will help in communicating with the personnel who primarily speak French. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and as such, it may not offer financial compensation. The role is expected to be conducted remotely, allowing for flexibility in scheduling classes. The duration of the assignment is anticipated to be 12 weeks, during which the volunteer will engage with personnel through online platforms. The position is open to international applicants, and the organization encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.