Nominations and transfers
Thought it would be worth while to write a little more about my nomination. Originally the plan was to nominate me into the IT program in Mexico. Was a nice-sounding program, and despite my surprise at it being so close, I had begun to get used to the idea. However, after the Christmas holiday ended, it became clear that there were no openings available in Mexico.
That said, I was given a few options -- both doing IT work -- one in Asia and two similar ones in French-speaking Africa. Although I speak a functional amount of French, I thought Asia might be more interesting given the growing focus there by the technology sector. Well, it turns out that although there was an opening when I spoke to my recruiter, when he returned after some illness the opening was no longer available.
So, I got officially nominated for the Africa program. The tasks (vague for now) are teaching technology skills to secondary and post-secondary students and business people. Teaching role, must be good with young people, etc. Sounds like a good fit for my skill set and past.
Had a little scare getting a transcript of my grad work, but that's now in his hands. One more document which I mailed today, and my file will be off to the Africa desk in Washington, where the "real" work will begin. The major item between today and my official invitation is medical clearance ... which ultimately will qualify me for a specific country based on how that goes. Should be no major problems with it, but time will be the ultimate judge.
Meanwhile, I've been offered a job in the same division at work, but a different department with a slightly different focus. I am going to take it, since there's some chance for increased pay until I leave, mentally stimulating work, less hours, and I think it will be easier to leave from that newer job than the one I've been in a long time. Get the main transition over with for now. Of course, we'll see how that really plays out.
Stay tuned.
