To co-ordinate implementation of LCD Ethiopia’s programmes in Wolaita Zone with a specific focus on Gender and Adolescence
Key duties:
Coordinate delivery of STAGES output 4 with 4 woredas and up to 139 schools, with a focus on: Output 4: Girls ‘Ready To Learn’, Access to academic, social-emotional, ‘basic needs’, life skills and hygiene inputs, Better opportunities for girls to catch-up on missed learning, Improved wellbeing, self-esteem, and self-confidence
Responsibility for following activities: Cost-effective tutorial programme; Life skills, financial literacy & careers advice; Provision of uniform, textbooks, stationery & bursaries for vulnerable secondary girls; Sanitary packs, SRH advice; Social Emotional Learning: Guidance & Counselling ; Mentoring via alumni networks & Role Models; Gender Clubs and Girls’ Clubs; Training in SRGBV / reporting mechanisms Awards for high-performing girls
Work closely with 4 woreda office heads and all cluster supervisors to ensure output 4 delivery as per workplan and report on implementation progress to Programme Manager
Coordinate and oversee woreda and school level training and all capacity building aspects of output 4
Coordinate and oversee resource production, distribution and usage
Responsible for ensuring girls receive materials that the project offers at the appropriate time and that remaining materials are stored and carefully monitored
Reporting to LCDE Programme Manager regarding all aspects of output 4 implementation
Foster positive working relationships with Wolaita Zone Education Department, four woreda education offices, schools and communities (in consultation with Programme Manager).
Participate in Project Management committee meetings
Work very closely with LCDE F&A team to ensure effective and timely monthly payments of service deliveries at school level
Perform other duties as assigned by line manager
Job Requirement
Qualification and Experience Required:
A minimum of BA degree in the field of education or social sciences
Specialist technical gender and adolescence experience
A minimum of 5 years professional experience coordinating and managing gender / education projects
Working knowledge and understanding of project management methodology
Strong planning, budgetary, supervising and project implementation skills
Ability to travel regularly to project sites
Proven ability to work effectively with schools and communities
Proven record of achievement in coordinating the delivery of education and/or language and literacy projects and in developing of effective delivery models
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate effectively with a diverse range of people
Proven networking and collaborative skills
Proven ability to operate under pressure and meet deadlines
Computer literacy
Desirable
Prior experience working with communities, schools, teachers, administrators and government officials
MA degree in the field of gender or education
Detailed knowledge of MOE policy
Attribute:
Good organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Works towards accountability through achieving quality service delivery
Is able to work independently and as part of a team
Strong work ethic, high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
An innovative and creative thinker; you are not afraid to try something new and inspire others
Demonstrates personal initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility
Spirit of team work and collaboration
Patience and respect for dealing with project stakeholders