Country: Thailand
Closing date: 22 Jun 2016
VOLUNTEER POSITION
Software Development Officer – Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Baan Dek Foundation is a non-profit, non-political and non-religious organization that supports about 1000 migrant children in need in the construction site camps and slums of Chiang Mai Province (Northern Thailand). Through specifically tailored educational programs and flexible individual support, Baan Dek protects vulnerable children, allows families to become self-sustainable and provides children with opportunities for a better future.
The Foundation is officially registered according to Thai Law and is supported by four independent entities: Kids Home France, Kids Home Italia, Kids Home UK and Kids Home America. All four of them are recognized as charitable associations in their respective countries, and they fundraise and raise awareness for the Baan Dek Foundation’s work in Thailand. You can find further information about Baan Dek’s projects at www.baandekfoundation.org.
Responsibilities of the Position:
Baan Dek is currently looking for a volunteer as a Software Development Officer. The main objective of the mission is to transform educational content into a digital curriculum. A currently existing curriculum will be adapted to an e-curriculum in order to reach more children and support the scalability and sustainability of the Foundation’s eduational work with underserved communities.
More specifically, the responsibilities include the following:
Support in the creation of digital apps featuring educational content for children to be directly delivered via tablets among communities in need.
Support in developing adapted tools based on mobile technology to organize M&E and Project Impact Assessment.
Participation in local projects developed by the Baan Dek Foundation: support the team with field activities that lead to the development of children’s self-expression and creativity.
Complementary work: Work closely with the management team to support the development of requested communications, etc.
Required Skills:
Qualifications: IT studies and/or confirmed skills.
Previous professional experience in software development is required.
Experience with children is considered an asset.
Personal characteristics: Strong social commitment, excellent analytical skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills. Ability to work and live in a multi-cultural environment. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, flexible and interested in IT and social work.
Languages: Proficiency in written and oral English. French/Italian/Thai considered an asset.
Other skills: Ability to drive a motorbike.
Duration of contract: 6 months (starting as soon as possible).
Position status: 6-month contract, Internship/Volunteering - open to any nationality and extension.
Compensation: No financial compensation / Open to self-financing initiatives.
Benefits: Accommodation and food, motorbike.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The Baan Dek Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and the successful candidate will be selected based on merit and in line with the local needs. The successful applicant will be expected to comply with Baan Dek's Child Protection Policy.
How to apply:
Applications (CV/cover letter/2 phone numbers for professional references) to be sent by email to Julien Strens, julien@baandekfoundation.org.
