Background

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries, the IRC aims to restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. In response to the increased refugee arrivals into Europe, the IRC established the program initially in Greece, which was expanded with programs in Serbia and wider Balkans and with programs in Germany. Following a first assessment conducted in January 2017 in Italy and another one in July 2017, several critical protection gaps were identified within assistance provided to refugees and migrants in Italy: mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), assistance to unaccompanied children, information provision and legal support. To respond to the identified gaps IRC established a small presence in Italy. The IRC in Italy provides essential safety, empowerment, education, livelihood and health services to migrants, refugees and asylum seekers. Our programs operate across the country, including in Trieste, Milan, Rome, Turin and various locations in Sicily and Calabria, with a strong focus on supporting the most vulnerable populations, such as women and children.

Context of the Assignment

IRC, in partnership with Ente Nazionale Acli Istruzione Professionale (E.N.A.I.P.) Piemonte, Ente Nazionale Acli Istruzione Professionale (E.N.A.I.P.) Friuli Venezia Giulia, Powercoders, Progetto Tenda, is implementing the Digital Horizons project in Turin and Trieste, since February 2025.
Digital Horizons helps young refugees and migrants in Italy accessing sustainable employment through free software development training, job support, individual guidance and social support. The project focuses on youth aged 16–25,   arrived in Italy in recent years, who are seeking to break down integration barriers, improve mental health and build pathways to long-term work opportunities.

By working with public job centers (PES), vocational training providers (VET), IT companies and employers, the project prepares participants for high-demand digital careers and supports them with  mental health services, individual job counselling and psychosocial support, job placement, a safe and quiet space to study, access to social services, language training, and childcare.

Simultaneously, it also builds the capacity of institutions and employers to create more inclusive opportunities for the target population.

The Digital Horizons intensive (5hs day, monday-friday) training in software development has been delivered in Turin since mid October, by IRC partner ENAIP Piemonte. To support the group of participants with heterogeneous knowledge of Italian language, a group of students has also been enrolled in Italian language training (level A1-A2). In addition, IRC is seeking a teacher for advanced italian classes (B1-B2), including specific IT vocational language, to support students learning outcomes.

Purpose of the Assignment

Job Overview

The Digital Horizons Italian Teacher will be based in Turin and will design and deliver advanced (B1-B2) Italian language classes and IT vocational language, to a group of Digital Horizons students, in person. Under the Economic Wellbeing Manager’s supervision and in collaboration with the IRC Italy Integration Counselor and ENAIP Piemonte staff, the Italian teacher will conduct classroom teaching activities in Turin, ensuring no student is left behind.

SCOPE OF WORK

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and deliver lessons in Italian at B1–B2 level, integrating IT-related terminology and vocational language relevant to software development.
• Develop tailored teaching materials that combine general Italian language learning with specialized IT vocabulary and contexts.
• Address student questions and provide clarification on both general and IT-specific language content.
• Help develop students’ confidence and learning skills, encouraging students to use Italian effectively in technical and professional settings.
• Identify learning gaps and adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse linguistic needs within the group.
• Promote intercultural communication by clarifying information and bridging cultural differences that may affect learning.
• Manage classroom dynamics and handle any critical issues that arise during sessions, ensuring a supportive learning environment.

• Encourage collaborative learning through peer-to-peer support and group exercises for language practice with IT-related content.

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and outcomes to support monitoring and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with the IT trainer, other ENAIP vocational training staff and IRC Integration Counselor to achieve the course objectives.

The Digital Horizons Italian teacher will deliver updates to IRC Staff, on the classroom learning process and possible challenges identified.

Deliverables

• Italian classes sessions conducted (60 hs)
• Attendance Sheets signed

Timeframe

The assignment will end upon completion of above-listed deliverables and in any case no later than on 30^th March 2026. Classes schedule will be decided in agreement with IRC and ENAIP staff and will be held after the training time, in the afternoon (Monday to Friday, between 14.00 and 18.30 pm)

Competencies and skills

• Proven experience developing learning content and delivering Italian language group teaching activities
• Experience working with migrant population and/or youth is highly desirable.
• Experience or knowledge of IT Sector is an asset
• Bachelor’s degree in language or social sciences
• Proven experience in multicultural work or educational environments
• Knowledge of strength-based education and participatory learning
• Understanding of fundamental educational and psychological principles related to learning and communication
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Personal qualities: empathy and patience, works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible, communicates clearly.
• Additional knowledge of English, Arabic, Spanish, French, Ukrainian, Urdu, Pashtu, Farsi are an asset

Application Process and Requirements:

Application Documentation:

CV in English OR Italian

Agreement and payment terms

The specific details of the agreement, including the scope of work, timelines, deliverables, intellectual property rights, and any other pertinent provisions, will be negotiated and outlined in the contractual agreement to ensure clarity, transparency, and mutual understanding between IRC and the consultant/group of consultants.