Career Opportunities at Soronko Academy

Summary

• The Lead Software Trainer is responsible for teaching a class on technical courses in intermediate and advanced technology and coding skills and managing a group of women to develop their digital skills in a business solution center.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Teach students how to be proficient in web development languages such as
• Full Stack Web Development
• Python
• PHP
• Android development
• Mobile App Development
• Data Science & Machine Learning
• Assist in the design and development of curriculum and course outline
• Assess individual training needs and tailor training methods as needed
• Prepare, plan and research teaching materials and lessons
• Spend contact time with students or groups, inspecting examinations, checking and assessing student work, and providing feedback
• Make use of new technology such as distance learning or video conferencing;
• Support women to develop their digital skills through working in a business solution center
• Perform all other tasks as assigned

Desired Qualities

• Ability to analyze Information
• Software debugging skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects within project timeframes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience  in software development
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and resourcefulness
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

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Summary

• The Software Trainer is responsible for teaching a class on technical courses in intermediate and advanced technology and coding skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Teach students how to be proficient in web development languages such as
• HTML5, CSS, JavaScript
• Python
• PHP
• Android development
• MIT App Inventor
• Assist in the design and development of curriculum and course outline
• Assess individual training needs and tailor training methods as needed
• Prepare, plan and research teaching materials and lessons
• Spend contact time with students or groups, inspecting examinations, checking and assessing student work, and providing feedback
• Make use of new technology such as distance learning or video conferencing; keep
• Collaborate with the lead trainer to keep the curriculum up to date on IT skills and market trends
• Perform all other tasks as assigned

Desired Qualities

• Ability to analyze Information
• Software debugging skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects within project timeframes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience  in software development
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and resourcefulness
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

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Summary

• The developer will design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software solutions that support Soronko Academy’s core business and day-to-day operations.
• He/she will work as part of a small team to deliver high-quality applications that may be used internally by Soronko business units or externally by Soronko clients/customers and partners.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality web or Mobile applications that will be used by the organization
• Manage and maintain clients’ projects
• Develop an MIS System to manage payments and project beneficiaries
• Develop an interactive alumni database
• Develop an in-house CRM management tool for HR
• Develop a web-based Knowledge platform
• Develop a system to facilitate online learning
• Perform other related tasks as assigned

Desired Qualities

• Ability to analyze Information
• Software debugging skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects within project timeframes

 
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience  in software development
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and resourcefulness
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
   

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Summary

• As a Research Assistant, your job is to make sure that all of the information in research databases are up-to-date and accurate.
• We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Research Assistant to aid our project by preparing interviews and summarizing results.
•  You will also be responsible for handling samples from experiments and implementing testing methods on them so they can give us better results!

Roles & Responsibilities

• Preparing interview questions and summarizing results.
• Performing literature reviews.
• Conducting research and summarizing findings.
• Maintain quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings
• Design forms for data gathering and interviews
• Schedule and conduct interviews
• Analyze data using various statistical methods
• Write reports to summarize data and the implications of the results
• Gathering information for a knowledge platform
• Working with the Senior Researcher and research team to collect data from project sites across the country

Qualification and Requirements

• Attention to detail.
• Statistical and Graphical Analysis of Data.
• Planning and scheduling
• Interviewing
• Knowledge of research methods
• Excellent time management skills
• A degree in the field related to the study is preferred
• Knowledge of and experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection methods, including survey design and data analysis
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities and adhere to deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and coherent reports
• Excellent skills in the following software – MS Office, GoogleSuite

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Summary

• The goal of the Partnership Coordinator is to act as a full-time liaison between our organization and those that we partner with.
• In addition to managing existing relationships, this person will also seek out new opportunities to expand our reach and deepen our impact through additional partnerships.
• On an average day, this will include overseeing communications with partners through emails, newsletters, phone calls, and marketing materials (graphics, social media posts, etc.), and staying up to date on the technology space and gender empowerment initiatives in Ghana.
• This person is expected to have excellent communication and organization skills and maintain a demonstrated interest in the work Soronko does.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with all partners and ensure that both Soronko’s needs and the partner’s needs are being met
• Regularly review and analyze data on partnership outcomes and identify opportunities to improve existing partnerships
• Maintain a deep understanding of key players in the Ghanaian technology and gender empowerment spaces and find opportunities to establish new partnerships
• Maintain an internal database of partners and potential partners and the nature of Soronko’s relationship with them
• Draft strategic communications, such as mass emails, newsletters, infographics, social media posts, and event recaps to keep partners engaged and well informed
• Represent Soronko well and demonstrate the value of partnering with the organization, also writing a proposal to create pipelines to linkages to key players in the tech ecosystem
• Represent Soronko Academy at career fairs both in person and virtually,conferences, to network and interact with students and educate them about our courses and programs and careers in the tech space.
• Lay the groundwork for new partnerships by coordinating initial logistics between new partners and Soronko (i.e., event planning, communications, organizing necessary supplies and resources)
• Work on landing remote opportunities and long-term job opportunities for Soronko Students & Alumni
• Oversee partnership budgets (if applicable)

Desired Qualities

• Ability to plan and work creatively
• Great interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and exceptional organization skills
• Experience or interest in graphic design
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the Ghanaian technology and gender empowerment spaces

 
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/HND in a related field
• Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience in the non-profit space
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Proficient in social media platforms