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: State Team Leader
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 Team Leader (Yobe) will be responsible for overseeing strategic and day-to-day implementation of Yobe activities.
- The Team Leader will provide supervision and guidance to the technical advisors and support services personnel.
- He/she will work closely with the Project Director to ensure Yobe implementation is closely aliened with the overall Project.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provides technical leadership in the implementation of education programming, managing critical program components and service delivery, and coordinating the work of the technical team.
- Supports The development of implementation strategies and work plans, and coordinates the day-to-day management of technical staff and program implementation.
- Provides leadership and oversight of the core program functions (program design, documentation, approvals, and dose-out).
- Ensures That planned program activities are included in work plans, within budget and are properly documented.
- Ensures that the technical advisors provide information for weekly, quarterly and annual program updates and reports.
- Ensures close cooperation and coordination between programs and procurement, HR, finance and administration units.
- Promotes a team approach and a learning culture across at operational support services to prioritize and ensure responsive, quality support to delivery of programs.
- Ensures the consistent implementation of the project with adherence to donor policies and procedures across all operational support services.
- Provides on-going problem-solving guidance for program staff on issues related to operational functions.
- Interacts productively and collegially with program partners and stakeholders
- Represents the project in meetings and events
- Serves as an active member of the projects Senior Management Team.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years’ management experience, preferably with USAID-funded education projects
- Demonstrated management ability with capacity to think strategically, prioritize and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment.
- Strong diplomacy skills; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with partners, donors and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment.
- 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