Jobs in Jordan: Design Mentors for Workshop for Designers and Artisans with Souq Fann
Applicant criteria
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
In the framework of the Shiraka program, Souq Fann and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Amman will conduct a cycle of mentorship sessions for designers/artisans established in Amman and Maan governorates. The mentorship sessions aim to support them with improving their products and creating a collection of prototyped products. The outcomes of the mentorship sessions (reflection, prototypes…) will be displayed during an exhibition taking place in September/October 2020. Based on this, Souq Fann offers a job opportunity as Design Mentors for the workshop who have previous experience in teaching.
Workshop Details:
The mentorship sessions will take place in two different governorates: Amman and Maan. Each mentor has to complete a cycle of 10 sessions of 3 hours each week. The participants will be assigned to the mentors according to their profiles and if possible, geographical areas. Moreover, each mentor will give sessions to a group of 2-3 participants. It should be noted that some of the mentors located in Amman might be sent to Maan governorate on a weekly basis. The mentors will have to take part in a training session, they will be informed about the date/time of the training session during the selection process.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Professional experience in the design field
- Teaching experience
More About Souq Fann:
Souq Fann is an easy-to-use online platform where people can find Jordan’s best handmade and locally-produced goods, gifts, and treasures. Souq Fann provides a platform for small-scale artists and artisans to share and sell their work online. From the comfort of their computer or mobile device, the customers can browse through hundreds of high-quality products made with pride. Souq Fann is more than just an Art Market - it is a door to new possibilities for their business. At the same time, Souq Fann gives customers around the world a window into the rich history and culture of communities across Jordan.