Technical Coordinator – Phones without Borders | a project by selfm.aid

About Phones Without Borders

Phones Without Borders is a project by selfm.aid that collects, refurbishes, and redistributes donated phones, while creating opportunities for technical learning and practical skill development.

Through hands-on workshops, participants learn how to repair and refurbish mobile phones, while contributing to the reuse of electronic devices and making technology more accessible.

We foster a collaborative environment where people share their knowledge, develop practical skills, and learn from one another.

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Technical Coordinator to coordinate the technical activities of Phones Without Borders, support the team, and ensure that our workshops and refurbishment processes run smoothly, safely, and effectively.

As Technical Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Technical Operations & Phone Refurbishment : Coordinate the daily technical activities of Phones Without Borders, ensuring an efficient workflow for testing, repairing, refurbishing, and preparing donated phones for redistribution.

• Technical Training & Participant Support : Plan and deliver practical phone-repair workshops, support participants throughout their learning process, adapting guidance to their individual skills and progress.

• Safety, Safeguarding & Risk Prevention : Ensure that technical activities are carried out safely and that workshop rules, equipment instructions, and relevant safety procedures are reviewed and followed.

• Technical Infrastructure & Inventory : Maintain an overview of the technical workspace, tools, machines, and equipment, ensuring that they remain functional, organized, and safe to use.

• Project Development & Communication Support : Support the Project Manager in reviewing technical objectives, monitoring progress, and identifying practical ways to improve the project and contribute to project communications, outreach, and reporting.

REQUIREMENTS

• Practical experience in mobile phone repair, electronics, IT hardware, or a related technical field.

• Experience delivering practical training, mentoring others, or facilitating hands-on learning is an asset.

• Good organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage resources effectively.

• Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds and with different levels of technical experience.

• A willingness to learn, exchange knowledge, and adapt to a demanding environment.

• Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages is an asset

• Availability for at least 6 months, with the possibility to extend

• Legal status to work and reside in Greece

• Strong alignment with our values of dignity, empowerment, and inclusion.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A respectful and empowering working environment where knowledge-sharing and initiative are valued

• The opportunity to develop technical training, coordination, and leadership skills while contributing to the project’s development

• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing support.

• Stipend of €950 net/month (Greek contract)

• A paid break of 2 weeks after every 3 months

• Opportunities to build a strong international network and make real impact.

• The opportunity to develop technical training, coordination, and leadership skills while contributing to the project’s development.

Interested?

Apply now: pwb@selfm-aid.ch

We are looking forward meeting you!