Talk:Careerprise Literacy

Qualifications for Candidates

• Ability to read and write.
• Computer literate, he/she should be able to use a computer comfortably to perform a range of activities given a set of instructions.
• Have a Personal computer with a stable internet connection.
• Enthusiastic about leaning new technology.
• Not employed or finding it difficult to get employment.
• 18 years and above.
• Humble background.
• High school drop outs, girls forced to drop out of school due to early pregnancy.
• Physically challenged are given first priority, e.g confined to a wheel chair.
• Geographically positioned outside capital city, Nairobi.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Time conscious.
• Consistent at work.
• Available 20+ hours in a week.

Current Methods of Sourcing

• Facebook
• Reach out to organizations that seek to improve lives of the vulnerable in society.

Communication

• Facebook page
• Campus messaging and notifications.
• Website.
• CNM Wiki.

How to increase effectiveness of the Pipeline

• Ultimate penalty of disqualification to candidates who do not follow instructions.
• Set exams that require applicants to read deeply and understand the program and what is required of them.
• Closely monitor performance and availability of each applicant.
• Increase standards to be met by applicants in terms of tasks issued and time spent to accomplish the tasks.