Job Description

Position:  Masonry instructor

Contract duration: 6 months

Work schedule: Full-time

Start date: ASAP.

Deadline for applications:  28th January 2025

1. Organization Background

TAAKULO Somali Community Commonly known by the acronym “TAAKULO”. TAAKULO is a multifaceted non-governmental, non-profit making, non-political and non-partisan development and humanitarian aid organization established in 2007 and headquartered in Hargeisa, Somaliland. TAAKULO is a Somali word meaning “helping/aiding”. Working in partnership with UN, international, and National organizations, TAAKULO is dedicated to helping the disadvantaged people and communities throughout Somaliland by engaging in development and related activities and providing relief support and assistance, facilitating, and promoting participatory local community activities and programs that emphasize human dignity and self-reliance.

TAAKULO Organization was established to assist the Somali community, to whom time has tested their resilience to the tipping point, drought and famine scavenging their livelihood, war and conflict avenging their economy on the other hand. The projects are basically based on the needs of the communities in which they are implemented where the beneficiaries always take part in the planning process. TAAKULO engages on a long-term commitment, partnership approach with the beneficiaries in implementing the Projects. The objective is to set up a regional program concentrating on a particular sector, such as Health, education, water and sanitation, Income Generation, Orphan sponsorship program, disability and people with special needs, emergency respond or improving food security in the country among others

2. Project Background

The NEXUS Platform's Community-Driven Development (CDD) model is designed to transform aid delivery in Somalia/Somaliland, addressing the complex challenges of climate-change-induced disasters and the transitional recovery phase following years of conflict. Centered on governance, humanitarian, and development initiatives, the CDD model utilizes Participatory Development Methodologies such as PLA, PICD, PALC, and GDCA. Through this approach, NEXUS actively engages communities in decision-making, resource allocation, and project implementation to foster empowerment and improve socio-economic conditions.

Furthermore, the partnership between TAAKULO and Oxfam strengthens the implementation of the CDD model, combining their expertise and resources to effectively address the region's pressing needs. In alignment with the National Development Plan-9 (2021-24), NEXUS and its partners are committed to enhancing community participation, making this model a uniquely inclusive and impactful response to the specific context of Somalia/Somaliland.

An example of this collaborative approach is the prioritization of a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) center, which was selected as the top community priority. The construction of this TVET center, the first of its kind in the Sanaag region with a population of 544,000, is well underway. Once completed, this center will offer critical educational and skill-building resources to the entire region. To make the facility fully operational, TAAKULO and Garadag development Committee (GDC) are now planning to equip it with the necessary tools, equipment, and furniture.

1. OBJECTIVES

Under the direct supervision of the Centre manager (CM), in close cooperation with the management team, the trainer will be responsible for delivering training sessions (theoretical and practical and guidance sessions) to ensure safe training and professional development to foster a positive attitude towards skills training and employment.

2. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Train participants in the use of masonry tools, such as measuring tapes, ropes, cement trowels, plumb-bobs, and floats.

·         Provide instruction on key construction processes, including site layout, profile making, excavation, masonry foundation stone construction, bar bending, concrete casting, and brick wall construction.

·         Teach finishing techniques, including plastering, slurry finishing, floor tile installation, and cement flooring.

·         Workshop management including the ongoing training, equipment, facilities, and safety of the trainee.

·         Training materials, Training resources preparation, Training delivery, follow-up, and evaluation/Assessments of interventions related to learning outcomes to Identify, initiate, and provide technical support for trainee skill competency development.

·         Workshop management: Ensure management of workshop facilities, tools, equipment and training supplies,

·         Deliver training content for the ongoing activities/course materials (theoretical and practical),

·         Ensure the safety of the trainees and implement standard precaution measures to protect equipment in the workshops and ensure training materials of the workshop are suitable and adequate in number to complement the training and assessment

·         Assist in developing written and performance tests for assessing training progress

·         In coordination with the center manager, implement a suitable Internal Verification assessment and Quality Assurance system to meet national training requirements and ensure that the quality of the training is maintained

·         prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports concerning training achievements and submit them within the required time

·         engage positively in the school appraisal process and performance management arrangements.

GENERAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Participate in the design and implementation activities of the extra curriculum related to the development of the school and perform any other tasks as requested by the Centre manager and the project team,

·         Provide the technical inputs necessary to achieve the expected results of the training outcomes,

·         Make self-aware of Health and Safety Regulations and uphold the responsibility to Health & Safety of trainees, pass on knowledge to Students and peers.

·         Lead the departmental development including equipment and facilities maintenance procedures to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.

·         contribute to a school culture that is positive, purposeful, and professional.

·         Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of beneficiaries including trainees and parents,

Experiences and Qualifications

·         Minimum. Diploma in Construction Engineering with practical experience, Level II or higher vocational training qualification in construction from a recognized Institution plus higher formal academic qualifications.

·         At least 3 years of combined experience as a masonry instructor in Similar TVET Centres.

·         Previous pedagogy and Teacher training qualifications.

·         Technological application and digital skills are an added advantage.

·         excellent spoken and written English skills

·         Effective implementation of learning and teaching strategies to appropriately set and achieve teaching/Training objectives in line with curriculum goals.

·         Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of learners/Trainees by following all relevant safeguarding policies and practices.

·         Knowledge and experience of how to use IT effectively in promoting digital and blended training,

·         Previous experience or knowledge of working with similar training centers as a subject trainer is necessary.

·         Construction industry/Sector and labour market information including employability and youth employment promotion.

              5. PERSONAL QUALITIES:

·         Passionate about teaching/Training and a strong commitment to contribute to producing competent and skilled technicians to encourage employment for improved livelihood and economic transformation.

·         The ability to inspire trainees through a genuine passion for learning and a desire to lead them towards outstanding academic outcomes.

·         A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.

·         Highly motivated, ambitious, and collaborative.

·         Demonstrate empathy, humility, and genuinely care about trainees, and promote motivation.

Skills Required

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