Volunteer Tech Literacy Consultant

5 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Tonari Gumi - Japanese Community Volunteer Association Full time

Join our upcoming technology literacy program - Tech to Go - as a volunteer Tech Literacy Consultant and make a difference in the lives of older adults and seniors by helping them navigate the digital world As a Tech Literacy Consultant, you will play a vital role in teaching individuals how to use their technology devices, including tablets, smartphones, and laptops. Your patience, adaptability, and tech proficiency will empower older adults to become confident and independent in using their devices.

**Responsibilities**
❖ Provide personalized tech support and guidance to older adults and seniors on using their devices effectively.
❖ Adapt to various problems and challenges faced by individuals, offering tailored solutions and troubleshooting assistance.
❖ Conduct one-on-one and or group training sessions to teach basic to advanced functions of technology devices.
❖ Assist in setting up and configuring devices, installing apps, and troubleshooting software issues.
❖ Communicate technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner, ensuring participants feel comfortable asking questions.

**Qualifications**
❖ Proficiency in using technology devices such as tablets, smartphones, and laptops.
❖ Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to different learning styles and preferences.
❖ Great communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms.
❖ Patient, empathetic, and compassionate attitude towards older adults and seniors.
❖ _**Basic Japanese proficiency is an asset**_. However, we still welcome those who are willing to learn some basic Japanese.

**Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?**

❖ Participation in Tonari Gumi's other various volunteer events
❖ Potential opportunities for recognition, as well as recommendation letters
❖ Further volunteer opportunities
❖ Light refreshments for in-person volunteering
❖ Practice your Japanese communication abilities
❖ Make a meaningful impact empowering older adults and seniors to navigate the digital world
❖ Get involved and connected within a Japanese-Canadian community

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $0.01 per year

Expected hours: 2 - 3 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Language training provided

Flexible Language Requirement:

- English not required

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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