Wrap-Around Service 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: Wrap-Around Service 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 Wrap-Around Services Specialist supports the development and implementation of training and materials on the full range of interventions that address barriers to access including community-led solutions, alternative/accelerated education, safety, and psycho-social approaches.
• S/he works closely with the senior technical team to ensure alignment of materials and training.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works closely with Teacher Education specialist to provide teachers with professional development opportunities that help them understand and use skills to promote students’ SEL and well being and to create a safe learning environment.
• Works closely with Materials Development specialist to provide teachers with instructional materials that promote psycho-social support for students
• Trains staff to support and monitor SEL and safe learning environment activities in the targeted communities and schools.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in social-emotional learning and child well-being.
• Demonstrated experience in child psychology.
• 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