Mentoring Frontier Tech Learners

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Mission and objectives

UNDP's mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with Bangladesh ever since its birth and through its remarkable journey from a war-ravaged economy to a middle-income country. It remains a catalyst in Bangladesh’s journey from Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. UNDP assists in building institutions and helps strengthen institutional capacities through people-centric, pro-poor, inclusive and sustainable policy making and development governance.

Context

Bangladesh's ambitious journey towards realizing the Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041, culminating in achieving High-Income Country (HIC) status, will be significantly accelerated through youth empowerment nationwide. Futurenation, a visionary movement to create economic opportunities for all and redefine the economical trajectory of Bangladesh, strives to empower the youth, especially women, by providing them with ample employment prospects and fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem, while being committed to ensure that no one is left behind in the journey towards economic prosperity. The mission is to enable relevant government institutions and connect with industry actors to accelerate economic opportunities through upskilling & enablement for the country's millions of women and youth. Futurenation aims to cultivate a conducive investment climate and foster a robust entrepreneurship ecosystem, transforming the country's population dividend into the key driving force of the economy. The core objective of Futurenation is to equip individuals with the essential skillsets, providing them with access to meaningful employment opportunities and empowering them to embark on entrepreneurial endeavors.

Task description

Futurenation is seeking enthusiastic Online Volunteers to mentor and provide guidance and support to learners focusing on Frontier Tech skills. The successful candidates will play a vital role in monitoring and enhancing the progress of Futurenation learners, contributing to their professional development in the rapidly evolving field of Frontier Tech. Specific task descriptions are: • Engage in regular online mentoring sessions with 5500 learners to provide guidance, support, and feedback on their progress in acquiring Frontier Tech skills. • Monitor and evaluate the learners' progress, identifying areas for improvement and suggesting strategies for skill enhancement. • Provide constructive feedback to learners on their projects, assignments, and overall skill development. Offer guidance on best practices and industry trends within Frontier Tech. • Maintain open and regular communication with learners through online platforms, addressing their queries and concerns promptly. • Keep records of mentoring sessions, learner progress, and any notable achievements. • Provide periodic reports to the program coordinator. Training and Development: • Successful Online Volunteers applicants will need to participate in an Online Induction for further details on the assignment and the expected contribution/deliverables from this role. • Online Volunteers will be required to utilize provided information and materials to effectively support in performing the tasks SPECIAL NOTICE: This is an unpaid assignment. However, a certificate would be provided at the end of your assignment. The task will be fully virtual.