Non-Formal and Teacher Education Specialists at Creative Associates International (Creative) - Education Crisis Response Project

Creative Associates International (Creative) is dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the area of education, democratic transition and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington DC the firm has field presence in more than 20 counties worldwide with a strong arid diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the US Agency for international Development (USAID) and other clients including the US Department of State and the US Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Non-Formal and Teacher Education Specialist

Location: Yobe
Project Duration: 2 years
State Date: Immediately

Project Description

• This project will support the expansion of access to quality non-formal and alternative education opportunities for out-of-school children and youth, ages 6-17, in Bauchi, Gombe,Adamawa, and Yobe states.

Position Summary

• The Non-Formal and Teacher Education Specialist will be responsible for coordinating all training activities for the project, focusing on improving instruction for literacy, numeracy and life skills.
• S/he will lead the development and implementation of the teacher training component of the program, working in close collaboration with the non-formal education advisor and the technical team.
• This person will also be responsible for coordinating activities to increase access to NFE and alternative learning options for children, especially girls, disabled children and lOPs in Yobe state.

Primary Responsibilities

• Trains and provides support to learning facilitators and implementing CSO in all activities related to teacher professional development.
• Support the development and field testing of strategies, tools and resources for teacher training and ensures their dissemination and use.
• Supervises the implementation of introductory workshops and meetings, implementation of all master trainers workshops;
• Coordinates the identification of NFLCs with government authorities, faith-based organizations and community leaders and establishes qualifying parameters for program participation.
• Liaises with government agencies and NFLCs to maximize opportunities for access quality education for out-of-shool youth.
• Works with CSO5 to ensure NFLCs they have materials and resources to provide quality education, that they integrate academic and SEL subjects into the curriculum, and that out-of-school youth are accessing NFLCs.
• Coordinates closely with the Non-Formal Education Advisor based in Bauchi for streamlined implementation.
• Reports to Non-formal EducationAdvisor

Required Skills & Qualifications

• At least 5years’ experience in training and/or teaching and NFE programming
• Experience in research and/or policy work regarding formal and non-formal education systems.
• Demonstrated experience developing reading and numeracy curricula
• Demonstrated experience in Training of Trainers (TOT) or similar models
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or related fields.
• Master’s degree highly preferred.

Important Information

• The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position descriptions are an overview of the functions and requirements for the position. They are not Intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Application Closing Date
10th September, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and cover letter to: [email protected] on the subject line indicate the job position you are applying for and state.

Note: Only finalist will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an equal opportunity employer