Project Specialist- Education

Job Specification:

Technical insights on Managing education programmes

• Relevant Education Qualification required.
• Experience of education programmes/ projects and experience of identifying, analyzing, problem solving, responding to opportunities and challenges, and the ability to translate ideas into practical action.
• Practical experience of applying development issues at a project schools/communities and local level.
• Good knowledge and understanding of ECD and early grades learning with strong focus on education related issues and policies in Nepal.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of development issues particularly on teacher professional development.
• Facilitating skills, and skills on assessments of possible partners etc.
• Experience of strengthening capacity of partners and development stakeholders on education policy and plans.

Insights on programme management and advisory support

• Previous experience of working together with different partners in project management
• Experiences of project monitoring and reporting
• Ability to analyses information, evaluate options, and follow the strategic directions as guided.

Networking for collaboration and partnership

• Build relationships with development stakeholders, including government agencies for increased collaborative endeavors.
• Communicate with Government partners (Education) formally and effectively.
• Represent VSO in different networks and forums.

Volunteering for Development

Understanding and valuing the role of volunteering for development. Familiarity with diverse models of volunteer engagement and the volunteer journey – proven ability to leverage volunteer engagements to deliver ECD aspect in local level. Personal experience of volunteering for development is a significant plus.

Information Technology

Good level of computer skills (Windows, Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook, Internet).

Travel requirement

Able to travel in different parts of project areas in country and spend time away from work- base location.

Desirable:

• Experience of working with or as volunteer.
• Experience in advocacy and research work.
• Experience on media and/or social media campaign.

Competencies and Behaviour

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge

How to apply for this post ?

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