FHI 360 Education Coordinator Jobs in Nigeria

FHI 360 Education Coordinator Jobs in Nigeria


Basic Function

  • The Education Coordinator will coordinate core PLANE technical work related to improved foundational skills in primary schools

  • Responsibilities include the coordination and oversight of material development and distribution; the coordination and oversight of in-service and pre-service teacher training; and coordination and oversight of community mobilization and strengthening of school leadership

  • In addition to coordination and oversight roles, s/he will be responsible for technical leadership around literacy and mathematics education, providing expertise in instruction, assessment, research, coaching, training and materials development

  • Working closely with the Output 1 Technical Director and other technical staff, H/She will ensure effective planning, delivery and documentation of program interventions.

    Project Description

  • The newly awarded project Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) is a project funded by the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), formerly known as the UK Department for International Development (DFID)

  • PLANE is a 7 year project (2020-2027) that strengthens education systems to improve foundational skills in reading and math for children in the primary grades

  • PLANE’s focal states are Kano, Kaduna and Jigawa, with limited interventions in other parts of Nigeria.

    Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership for literacy, mathematics, materials development, and teacher professional development

  • Support development and implementation strategies and work plans, and coordinate the days-to-day management of technical staff and program implementation.

  • Promote technical harmony and reinforcement across Output 1 activities

  • Provide leadership and oversight to Technical Working Groups in Materials, Teacher Professional Development, and School Support

  • Maintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with technical and operations staff, especially the Output 1 Technical Director, M&E Manager, Senior Programme Officer.

  • Maintain constructive dialogue with HQ counterparts, particularly the HQ Technical Advisor and Technical Officers, as well as PLANE partnering organizations

  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with relevant government agencies and other partners.

  • Coordinate the implementation of all teacher professional development workshops, Community of Practice meeting and implementation of all Master trainers’ workshops.

  • Coordinate the design and delivery of teaching and learning materials, ensuring high-quality and timeliness of all deliverables

  • Coordinate efforts to bolster school leadership and community mobilization, linking efforts with other Output 1 Activities

  • Collaborate with M&E team to incorporate data into project learning and adapt project practices accordingly;

  • Develop and submit quarterly and annual reports; develop activity reports on an as-needed basis

  • Conduct school visits to monitor program effectiveness and identify gaps in the technical design or implementation

  • Liaise with government agencies and schools to maximize opportunity for enabling policy, sustainability and
    ownership for reading and numeracy intervention in the state.

  • Performed other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications and Requirements

  • Advanced Degree in Education or related field.

  • At least 5 to 7 years’ experience in education sector; experience working in primary education strongly preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to work with government, partners and/or local government structures and school settings.

  • Proven expertise in mother tongue (L1), early grade reading or math instruction and/or assessment

  • Significant experience in developing and producing of supplementary reading materials, workbooks, trainers’ and teachers’ guides and instructional materials to improve foundational skills in the primary grades

  • Has ability to coordinate education interventions, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities

  • Strong leadership qualities and facilitation skills, experience in working with teachers to improve practice

  • Experience in project reporting

  • Demonstrable knowledge of research-based best practices literacy instruction and/or math instruction

  • Experience/preparation in modeling teaching, observing teachers, and providing feedback.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of reading & literacy programs in Nigeria. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding formative learning processes

  • Proficient writing and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain good working relationship with staff and other AHNI partners

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially in terms of reporting. Relevant computer software and internet skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)

  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English and Hausa language. Ability to travel in Nigeria minimum of 50%.

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; FHI 360 Education Coordinator Jobs in Nigeria




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