Apr

29

Ms Oreoluwa Somolu, Executive Director, Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.Tec) will be a Guest Speaker @ the Wilson’s Centre Washington D.C for the Conference on African Women and Youth as Agents of Change through Technology and Innovation, she will be doing this along side: Edith Kirumba //
Coordinator of the African Women’s Forum on Science & Technology, African Technology Policy Studies Network, Diana Kerubo Mong’are //Plant Green,
Richard Seshie //Founder, Vivuus Renewables, OreIsaak Mogetutu // Chief Innovations Officer, M-Farm and Liz Ngonzi //Adjunct Faculty, NYU Heyman Center for Philanthropy & Fundraising.
This conference will highlight technological innovations by women and youth leaders in Africa as a way of inspiring and mentoring a new generation of women and youth to be agents of change. It will also aim to assist in the development of a growing network between current and new generations of women and youth leaders in technology and innovation.

This event is a collaboration of several Wilson Center programs, as well as with the African Technology Policy Studies Network located in Nairobi, Kenya.

The event Moderated by H.E. Robin Sanders, Former United States Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Nigeria can be viewed onlie via streaming, for more details click (http://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/african-women-and-youth-agents-change-through-technology-and-innovation)

Apr

25

In celebration of Girls in ICT Day 2013, Dr Hamadoun I. Touré, the ITU Secretary-General released a video message.

With the number of school girls opting to study technology-related disciplines on the decline in most countries worldwide, ITU is committed to championing the catalytic role a tech career can play in creating exciting, far-reaching opportunities for women and girls.

To help inspire girls to consider a future in technology, ITU established ‘Girls in ICT Day’ back in 2010 and supports the global organization of activities every year on the fourth Thursday in April. In only its third year, global momentum around Girls in ICT Day continues to grow with over 100 countries expected to hold events hosted by governments, private sector and NGOs in 2013.

Mar

21

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W.TEC / INTELS TECHNOLOGY – ENTRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP
the workshop was a Technology and Entrepreneurship Workshop, An initiative of W.TEC / INTELS designed for graduate young women 18 – 40, who have the intention to start their own business or expand their business projects. The workshop done in a computer lab to train our women how to draft out world standard digital business plans that can be presentable anywhere in the world. Furthermore this gave our women the opportunity to in an organized manner draw up their business plans for a higher possibility of success, facilitated by well season proffessionals.

Workshop Main Objectives
1. Understand the critical role of opportunity creation and recognition.
2. To practice the method of evaluating new venture concepts.
3. To learn how to prepare a business plan.
4. To consider the problem of starting and operating a new business venture.
5. Reflect on how would-be entrepreneurs should prepare for the road ahead.

The Workshop was held (March 6 – 8) to serve as a platform to celebrate our Women on International women’s Day

The International Women’s Day is celebrated March the 8th, the UN theme for International Women’s Day 2013 is “A promise is a promise: Time for action to end violence against women, while International Women’s Day 2013 has declared the year’s theme as The Gender Agenda: Gaining Momentum.

The mid week-long workshop was a technology & Entrepreneurship based workshop with the long-term goal to encourage our participants to use draw up digital business plans for proper presentation, illustration and understanding and widespread distribution online for them to meet up in this online driven society giving them a higher chance to survive in business.

The three-day event, which took place at Laureates College, Mafoluku, Lagos. Its participants comprised of a group of women of different classes: Secondary school fresh leavers, University graduates and Business women, their ages range was 17 – 40yrs.

An evaluation of the workshop indicated a quick appreciation of an organized digital presentation of a business idea or dream by the participants as they picked up fast skills in drafting and presenting a business plan.

Futhermore there are plans for such workshops in the future.

Mar

15

W.TEC and the WAAW Foundation will organise a science camp for secondary school girls in August 2013. Please see below for more details.

Applicants must send copies of their CVs to info@w-teconline and indicate that they are applying for the WAAW – W.TEC Camp Program Director position.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The role of the program director is to provide project planning, management and administrative support to WAAW Foundations programs in Nigeria and in particular the Science Camps initiative.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in project initiative, definition, planning and implementation. Experience handling a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks and ability to work independently with little or no supervision is required. This person must be exceedingly well organized, competent and aggressive.

The ability to organize programs, camps and fund raisers is crucial. Individual will interact with W-TEC and WAAW staff in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure. Remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism is crucial to this role. Expert level written and verbal communication skills, project and program management, strong decision making ability and attention to detail are critical. Ideal candidate must project a professional company image through in-person and phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
1. Plan, organize and implement STEM residential camps and other projects.
2. Establish fund raising initiatives &relationships. Setup and coordinate meetings/conferences.
3. Represent WAAW Foundation with media and press.
4. Pursue and establish community relationships to promote WAAW objectives.
5. Research, follow up and document processes. Create and modify annual reports, surveys, etc.
6. Train and provide orientation for volunteers and related staff.
7. Work closely with partners, consultants, clients and potential clients to coordinate programs and campaigns. Support WAAW and W-Tec staff in assigned project work.
8. Prioritize and manage projects simultaneously, and follow through on issues in a timely manner

DURATION: Part Time

About WAAW Foundation:
WAAW Foundation is a US-based non profit whose mission is to increase the participation of African girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) related disciplines, and to ensure that this talent is engaged in African innovation. For more information email: info@waawfoundation.org or visit www.waawfoundation.org.

Mar

15

W.TEC is looking to hire a Technology Officer. Kindly see the job description and requirements below and kindly share with your social networks.

Applicants must send copies of their CV to info@w-teconline and indicate that they are applying for the Technology Officer position.

TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
The technology officer is responsible for overseeing W.TEC’s technology infrastructure and programmes.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Technology Officer will:

- Coordinate and implement W.TEC’s training programmes in an orderly and professional manner
- Design and develop curriculum as needed for the training programmes
- Oversee W.TEC’s technology infrastructure (hardware and software), designing maintenance schedule and carry-out basic to intermediate repair
- Assist in supervising W.TEC’s Computer HUB (W.TEC’s computer cafe and business
centre). This includes ensuring that infrastructure are in good working order and that HUB operations run smoothly and could include attending to clients during peak times
- Assist with other duties within the organisation as required

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Have at least an OND. Computer Science or Technology-related degree a plus but not required
2. Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite / Web Development / Computer Repair &
Maintenance
3. Interested in the economic and social development of women and girls
4. Demonstrate initiative in suggesting and implementing improvement strategies for the
café
5. Have a patient and friendly manner
6. Strong management and organizational skills
7. High level of creativity, initiative, ability to multi-task, and commitment to team work
8. Have excellent communication skills and leadership qualities

The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) is a Nigerian non-governmental organization working to encourage Nigerian girls and women to use information and communication technology (ICT) to empower themselves socially and economically. This is done through technology literacy training, technology-based projects, mentoring, work placement and research. W.TEC works in partnership with local and international NGOs, educational and research organizations.

Mar

15

W.TEC is looking to hire a Technology Assistant. Kindly see the job description and requirements below and kindly share with your social networks.

Applicants must send copies of their CV to info@w-teconline and indicate that they are applying for the Technology Assistant position.

TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT
The technology assistant is responsible for helping to oversee W.TEC’s technology infrastructure and programmes.

Under the direction of the Technology Officer, the Technology Assistant will:

- Assist with training and curriculum development for W.TEC programmes
- Assist in monitoring W.TEC’s technology infrastructure (hardware and software)
- Assist in W.TEC’s Computer HUB (W.TEC’s computer cafe and business
centre), including attending to clients during peak times
- Assist with other duties within the organisation as required

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite / Web Development / Computer Repair &
Maintenance
2. Interested in the economic and social development of women and girls
3. Demonstrate initiative in suggesting and implementing improvement strategies for the
café
4. Have a patient and friendly manner
5. Strong management and organizational skills
6. High level of creativity, initiative, ability to multi-task, and commitment to team work
7. Have excellent communication skills and leadership qualities


The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) is a Nigerian non-governmental organization working to encourage Nigerian girls and women to use information and communication technology (ICT) to empower themselves socially and economically. This is done through technology literacy training, technology-based projects, mentoring, work placement and research. W.TEC works in partnership with local and international NGOs, educational and research organizations.

Mar

4

Call to Apply: Intel & W.TEC’s Entrepreneurship & Technology Workshop for Women (Mar 6-8, 2013)

Call to Apply: Intel & W.TEC’s Entrepreneurship & Technology Workshop for Women (Mar 6-8, 2013)


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In celebration if this year’s International Women’s Day, Intel is partnering with W.TEC to bring you the ‘Entrepreneurship and Technology Workshop for Women.’

This workshop will take place this week from Wednesday, March 6 to Friday, March 8. The workshops will take place from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm daily.

This program is targeted at young women who are:
• Interested in setting-up their own businesses, or
• Who already run their own business, but would like to learn strategies that helps them run it better

This workshop will help women:
• Practice the method of evaluating new venture concepts
• Learn how to prepare a business plan
• Analyse the role of technology plays in efficiently running a business

You can get the details on the flier, but know that women who successfully complete this programme stand the chance to win great prizes donated by Intel like computers, plasma televisions as well as an invaluable opportunity to receive one-on-one mentoring from a business expert afterwards to help establish or grow their business.

This will be an exciting initiative and we look forward to more of them in the near future. However, in the meantime, there are limited spaces available for this training programme, so if you are interested kindly contact Yemi Odutola on yemi@w-teconline.org or 0818.870.9251 or 0803.354.4418.. Also, please feel free to share the news with your networks.

Feb

15

W.TEC Girls Technology Camp Flier

W.TEC Girls Technology Camp – April 8 – 12, 2013


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The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre – W.TEC is pleased to announce its first Girls Technology Camp of 2013, which is scheduled to take place from April 8 – 12 in Lagos, Nigeria. The camp, which is aimed at encouraging girls to learn and use information and communication technology for their social and economic development, will also celebrate International Girls’ in ICT Day.

Kindly note that this camp is NOT a residential camp. The students will be expected to transport themselves to the camp venue each day.

The fee for this camp is N 20,000 which is highly subsidised and covers the camp tuition, teaching materials and meals.

To apply for the camp, kindly send the following information to info@w-teconline.org:

- Girl’s Name
- Age
- School
- Class
- Parent / Guardian’s Phone Number
- Parent / Guardian’s Email Address
- Parent / Guardian’s Mailing Address

Feb

13

VACANCY @ W-TEC

February 13, 2013 | Leave a Comment

blaki
W-TEC TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT

Dear Ladies,

W.TEC is hiring a Technology Assistant. Kindly see the job description and requirements below and kindly share with your social networks.
Applicants must send copies of their CV to info@w-teconline and indicate that they are applying for the Technology Assistant position.
Kind regards,
Ore

Available Position: Technology Assistant
The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) is a Nigerian
non-governmental organization working to encourage Nigerian girls and women
to use information and communication technology (ICT) to empower themselves socially and economically. This is done through technology literacy training, technology-based projects, mentoring, work placement and research. W.TEC works in partnership with local and international NGOs, educational and research organizations.

The technology officer is responsible for overseeing W.TEC’s technology infrastructure and programmes.

Under the direction of the Technology Officer, the Technology Assistant will:
- Assist with training and curriculum development for W.TEC programmes
- Assist in monitoring W.TEC’s technology infrastructure (hardware and software)
- Assist in W.TEC’s Computer HUB (W.TEC’s computer cafe and business
centre), including attending to clients during peak times
- Assist with other duties within the organisation as required

Qualifications
1. Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite / Web Development / Computer Repair & Maintenance
2. Interested in the economic and social development of women and girls
3. Demonstrate initiative in suggesting and implementing improvement strategies for the
café
4. Have a patient and friendly manner
5. Strong management and organizational skill.
6. High level of creativity, initiative, ability to multi-task, and commitment to team work.
7. Have excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.

The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre – W.TEC
Suite 88, Block A-4 Sura Shopping Complex
Simpson Street, Lagos Island
Lagos, Nigeria

Tel: +234 1 850 9782, +234 819 115 0387
Email: info@w-teconline.org
Web: www.w-teconline.org
Facebook profile: www.facebook.com/wteconline

Feb

7

W.TEC have just concluded a 3week training program in January 2013 for students of Aunty Ayo Girls Comprehensive Jnr & Snr Secondary School in using Adobe Premiere Element Software for film editing, under the Auspices of Adobe Youth Voices foundation for the Create with a Purpose world-wide Scheme. By this the participant students can now produce and Share their short interesting film (stories) online to the whole world via many social media with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google plus etc. making them tech- socially competitive with youths all over the world.

The programme had 45 participants who were taken through the various stages of Theoretical, Story Boarding(list peoms), Picture taking, Picture uploading, Editing with Adobe premiere elements sotware and Rendenring.

The participants were divided into 9 groups who produced works on Poverty, Illetracy, Parent conflict, child abuse, Drug abuse, Sexual harassment, Unemployment and Peer pressure.These issues were projected by the participants in an amazing way of how they withness such on a daily basis.The talent displayed by our participants during the programme was impressing indicating a great future of our young women in Technology in the future.jojo 004

At their Graduation ceremony the groups made presentations to the astonishment of their mates with certificates also awarded to all the participants.

We Sincerely thank The School Authority and Parents of our Participants for their co-operation through out the programme.


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