Nigeria: Technical trainer for metal engineering, Nigeria

Apply today and you could be… Technical trainer for metal engineering, Nigeria

Employer: Mary Slessor Foundation

Location: Cross River State, Nigeria

Start date: 12 Oct 2012

Length: 24 months

Exciting opportunity to work with the Mary Slessor Foundation improving the skills of the local community by providing vocational training and essential work skills.

What does the role involve?

You will work with the Foundation to increase the capacity of the staff to take the training centre into the future and provide the best training possible. To do this you will:

Review and develop the current training curriculumTrain teachers and students in advanced metal welding techniquesTrain staff and students in conducting market research Build the capacity of staff to develop innovative products that meet the needs of the market and generate income.Build a technical resource library for the MSF vocational training centreNetwork with local businesses to increase employment opportunities for graduating students.

Skills, qualifications and experience required

You’ll have a degree in metal or mechanical engineering and proven experience of working in welding (including use of a welding and grinding machines), preferably managing a small business. If you have a certificate in health and safety this would be ideal. You’ll have management experience and experience of working in an entrepreneurial or small business context. As part of this experience you have knowledge and skills in marketing, market research, sales and basic financial management. IT skills are essential for this placement. You’ll need to be a creative and resourceful problem solver with the ability to lead others and motivate and inspire your team. In addition to all this, flexibility, and a positive and proactive attitude are crucial as is a sense of adventure!

And the rest...

You’ll be based in Cross River State, a coastal region in the south east of Nigeria. We’ll ask you to commit to 12 months to make a sustainable contribution to development goals and in return we’ll provide you with invaluable training before your placement, a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation and insurance. When you return to your home country we’ll help you resettle and we’ll invite you to stay involved with us through campaigning, development awareness raising and fundraising.