[color=#42a6c6][size=3]Freelance Academy Program - Gaza Sky Geeks[/size][/color] [size=2][color=#42a6c6]Program Overview and GSG/Mercy Corps:[/color] [color=#000000]Gaza Sky Geeks (GSG) is a leading business accelerator, co-working space, and tech education center that prepares developers and entrepreneurs in Gaza to compete globally. The accelerator was launched by Mercy Corps with initial support from Google in 2011 to connect talented minds in the Gaza Strip by providing the space, training, funding, and necessary networks of mentors and supporters to create job opportunities, develop entrepreneurship, and contribute to innovation in the digital economy. In early 2017, GSG launched a new program aimed at increasing job opportunities through leveraging external resources, freelancing, and remote work for women, youth, and those with skills who are unemployed in Gaza.[/color][/size] [color=#42a6c6][size=2]General Objectives of the Program:[/size][/color] [ol] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Provide job opportunities for youth (male and female) through online freelancing for those who possess skills but have not been lucky in getting a job in the local market.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Encourage the culture of freelancing among youth (male and female).[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Enhance graduates' competitiveness by encouraging excellence in a competitive global work environment.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Contribute to supporting career advancement and increasing income.[/size][/color][/li] [/ol] [color=#000000][size=2] [/size][/color] [color=#42a6c6][size=2]Targeted groups:[/size][/color] [ol] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Graduates and students with technical skills who are unemployed.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Freelancers who are beginners.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Entrepreneurs who want to generate income alongside working on their projects.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Anyone who meets the admission requirements.[/size][/color][/li] [/ol] [size=2][color=#42a6c6] [/color][/size] [size=2][color=#42a6c6]Application Process: [/color][color=#000000]The freelancing training is specifically designed for those who possess the technical skills to complete projects and work for clients to guide them on how to use freelancing platforms and social media to obtain projects.[/color][/size] [color=#42a6c6][size=2]Acceptance conditions for Freelancing Training:[/size][/color] [ol] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Full commitment during the training period.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Submitting a complete application and attaching works in the designated place within the admission application. (This aspect is evaluated through specific questions for each specialization, the works that are attached in the application in addition to the interview in case the applicant qualifies).[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]The applicant must possess a technical skill in (content writing and translation, voiceover or design in its various forms, or programming in its various forms).[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]The applicant must possess English language skills that enable them to communicate with clients around the world.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]The applicant should not be enrolled in other Gaza Sky Geeks programs such as technical training and English language training between May-August 2023.[/size][/color][/li] [/ol] [color=#000000][size=2] [/size][/color] [color=#42a6c6][size=2]If the applicant is accepted in the Freelancing Training, they will receive:[/size][/color] [ol] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Free training on freelancing and teamwork skills for three months through specialized mentors/trainers.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Free training on social media networks to increase the chances of obtaining work through social media networks.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]The right to use a workspace in the business accelerator (GSG) (Gaza Sky Geeks).[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]A transportation allowance during the training period, in addition to other incentive prizes.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Competitive opportunities "for activities and excellence" to contract with the institution as an "assistant mentor" for the next batches of the Freelancing Academy.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]Opportunities to volunteer in Freelancing Academy activities such as the Freelancing Club and the Translators Club and others.[/size][/color][/li] [li][color=#000000][size=2]And many other services, such as workshops, a dynamic work environment, networking and communication with entrepreneurs and experts, and other incentives such as competitions among program participants.[/size][/color][/li] [/ol] [color=#000000][size=2]• For inquiries, please contact the following email: [email=freelance@gazaskygeeks.com]freelance@gazaskygeeks.com[/email] • Candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted, and any incomplete requests will not be considered.[/size][/color]