Learn to navigate the
gig economy
E-learning courses for gig workers to maximise their potential and support moving in and out of the gig economy.
Course highlights
- 30-45 min per course
- Online, self-paced learning
- Includes free checklists, tools and resources
- In easy English
- AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
Gig economy is here to stay! It promises flexibility, low-entry barriers and the ability to turn your skill into a source of income. But gig work can be demanding, challenging and requires continuous self-development. Our online courses provide practical knowledge about daily challenges of gig workers and their coping mechanisms, information on in-demand skills and working conditions.
On successful completion of each course, you can earn a credential in form of a DIGITAL BADGE shareable on your LinkedIn and other social profiles.
You can also unlock a COMPOUND BADGE by completing all three courses in a bundle and earn the Achievement Certificate.
Bundle 1: Navigating the gig economy
(Total Time: 120 mins)
Complete all three courses and earn a COMPOUND BADGE and ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE.
In this course, you will learn how to navigate the challenges of gig work and gain practical tips for thriving in the dynamic and fast-paced world of gig work.
In this course, you learn about the principles of decent work and fair working conditions in the gig economy. You will be introduced to the concepts of minimum wage, contracts, social security and learn about support mechanisms available from experiences of gig workers.
COURSE 3: MAXIMISING THE POTENTIAL OF WOMEN IN GIG WORK (30 MINS)
In this course, you gain an overview of role of women gig workers in the digital economy. For women gig workers it’s an opportunity to self-reflect and learn about the familiar and un-familiar facets of gig work. For the male gig workers and other interested stakeholders, this course offers tips on how they can support women in their family, community or workplace – to maximise their potential.
Bundle 2: Skills Trio
(Total Time: 120 mins)
Complete all three courses and earn a COMPOUND BADGE and ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE.
COURSE 4: ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR GIG WORKERS (45MINS)
You will learn basic FINANCIAL CONCEPTS in context of platform work (online and location-based), get introduced to budgeting, invoicing, cash flow, making and receiving payments, digital wallets, taxation rules etc. This course is a must for anyone who is new to platform work and wants to move in and out of the gig economy.
COURSE 5: ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS FOR GIG WORKERS (45MINS)
Gain basic orientation to SOFT SKILLS relevant for both location-based and online gig work. The course will cover topics such as communication, time management, problem-solving, adaptability, self-management, building and maintaining relationships with clients and growth mindset. This course is a must for anyone who is new to platform work and wants to harness their potential.
COURSE 6: ESSENTIAL DIGITAL SKILLS FOR GIG WORKERS (45MINS)
Gain basic orientation to DIGITAL SKILLS relevant for both location-based and cloudwork. The course will cover topics such as using an app, finding jobs on a platform, creating a profile, key words for new better jobs and tasks, digital marketing tools, online safety, communication, time management, problem-solving, adaptability, self-management, building and maintaining relationships with clients and growth mindset. This course is a must for anyone who is new to platform work and wants to harness their potential.
Bundle 3: Sectoral Courses
Stand alone courses to be taken individually
Get to know the ride-hailing sector of the gig economy by spending a day in the shoes of Lubanzi, who works for a rideshare platform. During the game you will make decisions, just like a real gig economy worker to try to earn enough money whilst balancing your caring responsibilities and avoiding risks.
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About the course organizer
As part of the Global Programm on Digital Transformation, GIZ implements the ‘Fair Work in the Gig Economy’ initiative on behalf of the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The Gig Economy initiative promotes fair work on digital platforms. This is achieved through capacity development among relevant gig workers, global expansion of an evaluation mechanism for the fairness of platforms as well as national and international awareness raising for the potentials and risks of the gig economy.
