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This is an unpaid volunteer position ideal for students, retirees, or anyone passionate about helping older adults navigate technology.

Description:

We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals-including retirees, seasoned professionals who bring life and career experience, and students eager to learn-to join our team as Digital Volunteers. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your skills in a dynamic digital environment.

Digital Volunteers will support various initiatives that leverage technology, social media, and online platforms to engage with older adults, promote our mission, and drive meaningful change. This Volunteer position is ideal for those looking to gain practical experience, expand their professional network, and contribute to causes they care about deeply. You will be working closely with experienced team members to develop engaging content and facilitate in person and virtual events. Your contributions will ensure that our outreach programs are effective, and you will play a critical role in helping us achieve our goals. Whether you're an older adult or student eager to learn or looking to give back, we welcome your unique skills and perspectives.

Responsibility:

To develop easy-to-follow computer lessons that cater to older adults.

• Assist in creating, develop easy-to-follow computer lessons for older adults to navigate online world.
• Facilitate in class /virtue workshops Collaborate with team members to brainstorm and execute innovative digital strategies that align with our mission.
• Encourage community interaction and support through effective communication.
• The specific day/time are negotiable and flexible depending on the volunteer's schedule.

Requirements:

• Computer skills, has experience with Windows, Microsoft office, Operating system, web services, Android, social media, browsing the internet
• Passion on helping older adults on technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills,
• Basic knowledge of senior programs and governmental benefits
• Ability to work independently and with the team.
• Familiarity with online collaboration tools such as Zoom or Google
• A passion for community service and a commitment to our organization's mission and values.
• Sensitive to and genuine interest in the needs of other
• Respect for others
• Patient and good interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English and other language an asset