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NRC has obtained its registration in the Country in 2021 and is planning to implement activities within an integrated programme which includes Rapid Emergency Response (Shelter/WASH NFI distribution), Emergency Education, Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), and exploring other programmatic possibilities mainly Food Security and Livelihoods FSL. NRC has set up the basis of a country office, having established an office in Pemba and a field office in Mueda district and is rapidly recruiting staff alongside scaling up activities. There is a particular focus to implement in some of the hard-to-reach areas which have particular access constraints, especially due to the conflict.ย
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organizationโs core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity, and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.
The purpose of the Education Coordinator position is to implement the delegated project portfolio. The following is a brief description of the role.
Generic responsibilities
Line management of project staff Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures and awareness of NRC global, regional, and emergency strategies Contribute to national Education strategy development and project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps; consider where appropriate the role of cash-based interventions Coordinate and manage Education project implementation (activities, budget, and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements Implement technical direction and ensure high technical quality of projects Provide regular progress reportsย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist Develop and manage project budget, in cooperation with CCS and AM Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholdersSpecific responsibilities
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CANDIDATE WITH THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
1. Professional competencies
These skills, knowledge, and experience are important for effective performance.
Generic professional competencies:
Technical Education expertise with a focus on youth/adolescents, Alternative Education/NFE, support to formal schools, and/or first phase EiE response Experience working in complex and volatile contexts Experience working in Education project implementation Documented results related to the positionโs responsibilities Solid computer skills, including MS Word, Outlook and Excel Ability to work diligently both independently and in a team setting Fluency in English and Portuguese, both written and verbal required, local languages is anย asset Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile Willingness to travel regularly to the field in under-resourced settingsContext/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:
Knowledge of the Education context in Cabo Delgado is required Knowledge of the circumstances, needs and challenges displacement and conflict-affected host community, returnees and IDP children face preferred Experience with youth/adolescent programming and linkages to livelihoods an asset Experience with EiE and formal education in a humanitarian context preferred Experience with PSS as an asset Experience working with children and/or educators required Experience liaising with multiple stakeholders including government, donor, UN and NGO partners a priority