***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged. ***
***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***
The Opportunity: 6 months, with possibility of extension
Post location: Gaza Field Office – Deir al Balah – Subject to change depending on SC priorities
Contract Duration and Level of Effort: Until 31 Dec 2024
ROLE PURPOSE: Education Officer
The Education Officer is responsible for field-level implementation of SCI’s current informal education activities, under the supervision of the Education Coordinator and with support from the Education Programme Manager and Child Protection Programme Manager. The Education Officer will support Community Engagement Workers and implementing partners, as required, to ensure that programme implementation is timely and of high technical quality, monitoring processes are in place, timely reporting occurs, the programme is continually assessed, and solutions are quickly put in place should there be a change of context. The Education Officer is expected to dedicate 75% of their work time to the field.
Considering the current context in Gaza, the role holder may sometimes be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Education Coordinator
Staff reporting to this post: Community Engagement Workers.
Role Dimensions: oPt CO is a high complexity country, multi-member interest, with an annual budget of around $40+m, and 100+ staff. Currently the program is experiencing a growth in funding and complexity due to the war in Gaza.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Programme implementation/management.
- Ensure timely and quality field-level implementation of the -informal education components by providing technical assistance and inputs as needed.
- Support community outreach, the delivery of awareness sessions to families, and set up community mechanisms to ensure their support;
- Work closely with the Education Coordinator to ensure proper budget expenditure and monitoring.
- Willing to be trained and participate in Training of Trainers programmes as per programme needs, and to facilitate training sessions for field-level stakeholders including Community Engagement Workers, parents/caregivers, community members, and educators as needed;
- Facilitate, collect, and report information regarding the overall situation of IDPs and other vulnerable children and their families in the community, with specific attention paid to the programme targeted children and programme objectives;
- Work directly in the field with children, Community Engagement Workers, educators, facilitators, communities, parents/caregivers, partner staff, and other stakeholders in the programme locations;
- Provide information and advice to beneficiaries on existing education activities and other social services, and refer them to partners when relevant;
- Communicate effectively with Save the Children and partner colleagues from different sectors;
- Provide ideas and suggestions based on the day-to-day interaction with communities and other stakeholders; and
- Ensure strict adherence to the principles of Child Protection at all times, including respect for confidentiality, a child-centred approach and acting in the best interests of the child.
Programme design/development
- Produce timely reports for internal use on the ongoing activities of the project, highlighting challenges, best practices, and lessons learned;
- Ensure that data is accurately collected from the field, including through partners where relevant, and reported according to the provided guidelines; and
- Regularly visit program sites to ensure that parents/caregivers, children and the community at large are appropriately supported, and qualitative and quantitative programme objectives are achieved.
Team management and capacity building
- Provide coaching and support to Community Engagement Workers and educators;
- Support the recruitment process of Save the Children and partner education staff, educators, and volunteers (e.g. shortlisting and interviewing candidates, and drafting / revising interview questions);
- Contribute to the team capacity building plans and relevant training in collaboration with the Education Coordinator and the wider education and child protection teams, while participating in coaching and mentoring Community Engagement Workers and partners’ programme staff and volunteers; and
- Be involved in capacity strengthening plans for partners in coordination with the Education Coordinator and the Partnerships Coordinator.
Partnerships management
- Facilitate inductions and training sessions for partners;
- Communication on a daily basis with partners to maintain quality education programming;
- Support the programme team of partner organizations in implementing operational work plans and setting clear targets and activity plans per programme sites;
- Control and support implementation of compliance requirements in collaboration with the Education Coordinator; and
- Oversee and work with partners’ staff to review monthly internal progress reports.
External relationships/Representation
- Represent SCI in external meetings and public events as requested;
- Participate in regular partner monitoring visits to engage and support them in their daily activities implementation, and ensuring adherence to SCI and donor regulations.
General
- Ensure that SCI activities are implemented in accordance with SCI policies, SCI Education strategy, and MOEHE’s guidelines and frameworks;
- Comply with Save the Children’s policies and practices with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities, and other relevant policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education, Development / Humanitarian Studies, Social Science, or other related fields.
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office); and
- At least three years of experience in education, preferably in an (I) NGO environment or educational setting. Prior teaching experience is an asset.
Essential:
- Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches.
- An understanding of formal and -informal education and Education in Emergencies.
- Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to plan strategically.
- Proven track record in managing teams and timely and quality delivery of educational programmes.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; and
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English.
Desirable:
- Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work in an insecure volatile context.
- Experience working with partners; and
Additional job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Organisation
Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn and are protected.
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at Education Programme Officer
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.