PURPOSE
We are seeking the engagement of a temporary (40 days) IT trainer/change consultant to work in parallel with our IT and Engagement Manager to support change initiatives support the IT training and change aspects of the on boarding of 30 Amnesty International sections to our global M365 tenancy.
The on boarding forms part of our Global Services Tenancy Project to deliver a collaboration and communications platform to 71 national Amnesty entities across the world using cutting edge Microsoft technologies ensuring equity and security of access to Amnesty data and functionality resources for the whole Amnesty Movement.
The expectation for this consultancy is to work 3 days per week for a duration of 40 days over 13 weeks from October through to January 2025.
Location: Home-based in the UK, with occasional visits to our London office as required.
Deadline for all applications: 30th September 2024
Rate: £375 per day
Successfully shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview w/c 07/10/2024
**Please note that we will not be accepting agency candidates for this role**
OBJECTIVES AND DELIVERABLES:
The Global Tenancy Project will deliver a minimal digital friction service to share and collaborate on content development with Amnesty movement colleagues globally.
This consultancy assignment’s objective is to augment the existing I&T training and engagement resources available to this initiative so that the onboarding of additional Amnesty colleagues can be properly supported in IT training and change management as the project transitions to operational BAU.
The engaged, temporary IT Training and Change consultant will work in parallel with the IT and Engagement Manager, Information Technology member in the following areas:
- Conduct training and change need assessments.
- Tailoring existing IT training and change management programmes for the specific circumstances of the national entity and key individual staff enable their successful onboarding onto the Intune project.
- Building awareness and implementation of best practices in cyber security and information management.
- Guiding staff on making the most resource efficient use of Amnesty support services.
They will also assist in overcoming known onboarding challenges such as:
- Overcoming resistance to change particularly from costly third-party IT support.
- Communicating objectives and benefits of Global Tenancy membership.
- Providing support for local leadership in enacting the change.
- Engaging with and communicating to staff and volunteers particularly when remote working and geographically dispersed.
Essential Requirements:
- Solid understanding of the opportunities the Microsoft 365 toolset can provide to modernize every day work processes.
- Experience in providing training and support in a way that drives substantial change in a matrixed international operating environment.
- Strong analytical skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret individual and organisational needs, particularly in relation to applications functionality, security and information management requirements.
- Ability to set priorities, plan, and independently execute tasks in a structured manner while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong sense of customer/solution ownership, an overall drive for excellence, and a proven ability to manage assigned project tasks to successful completion.
- Alignment with the vision and beliefs of Amnesty International.
Application Instructions
To apply for this work, please submit the following via our recruitment system, eArcu.
- A cover letter explaining your suitability for the consultancy assignment.
- A CV highlighting your most recent relevant experience.
As standard, payments are made by Amnesty International 30 days after receipt of a valid invoice for the agreed work milestone completed.
Applications must be in PDF, Word, PowerPoint or Excel format.
Please refer to the Terms of Reference attached on our website for more information on this Consultancy opportunity.
WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT
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N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy BEFORE the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities, therefore we encourage you to apply now if you are interested.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Amnesty International believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable. Together, we’re committed to being an anti-racist organisation with a diverse workforce that can better tackle the global human rights challenges that face our world today. We know that different voices, ideas, perspectives, experiences and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of people around the world.
We are committed to building and sustaining an anti-racist, culturally diverse and inclusive organisation, where all employees feel valued, have a sense of belonging and an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential. We therefore strongly welcome applications from suitably qualified people regardless of their background; including underrepresented groups, LGBTQI+ individuals and those who may have or are living with a disability.
To see our full statement please visit this link: Racial equality, equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion policy – Amnesty International
Amnesty International is committed to being an inclusive employer and providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or would like us to do anything differently to help you apply for our roles, please get in touch with the team by emailingrecruitment@amnesty.org
How to apply
https://careers.amnesty.org/jobs/vacancy/it-training-and-change-advisor-4013/4041/description/