Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: LGEA Access Coordinator - Northern Education Initiative Plus
Location: Bauchi
Project Summary
- The Northern Education Initiative Plus project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria; equitably and sustainably.
Position Summary
- The LGEA Access Coordinator will provide technical Assistance and guidance on the expansion of access-related activities, including risk reduction and safety, gender-based violence, equitable education services, education and conflict analysis, non-formal education, well-being and psychosocial support and ensuring activities are conflict-sensitive and do no harm
- The position will be based at the respective Local Government Education office.
Reporting & Supervision:
- This position is housed in LGEA in Bauchi, Nigeria, reporting to the Access & Fragility Officer.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing and addressing barriers to educational access and participation;
- Support in Access issues of supply and demand for education options/services;
- Participate in analysis and assessment of education needs in emergencies;
- Liaise with LGEA government and NGO partners to address barriers to access to education both formal and informal
- Liaise with non-formal education as well as Islamic Education centers to improve access to education for children.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Master's Degree with at least one year (or Bachelor's with at least 3 years) of relevant experience in education development, with familiarity working in local governmental systems in Nigeria
- Prior experience providing training and capacity building to staff and counterparts in areas of participatory planning
- Undergraduate Degree in Education, Public Administration or related field;
- Fluency in English and Hausa required.
Application Closing Date
12th September, 2019.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated resume/CV to:
[email protected] using the "LGEA Access Coordinator" as the subject of the mail.
Note
- Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
- Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/veteran.