The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances childrenโs rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support childrenโs rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.
We wonโt stop until we are all equal.
The opportunity
The purpose of this role is to co-ordinate and implement the ECHO project titled โEnhancing access to learning opportunities and protection outcomes for children through provision of quality integrated education and child protection services and strengthening community level mechanisms resulting in a safer environment for children and their families in targeted LGAs Borno stateโ in line with international best practices, sectoral standards and relevant guidelines. The post holder is expected to have strong integrated programming, including; Education, protection, and GBV background and knowledge.
About You
We are looking for applicant with a bachelorโs degree or equivalent in Education, Social Science, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields and NYSC discharged or certificate of exemption.
The preferred candidate should possess at least a minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in Education in Emergency settings as well as good knowledge and understanding of DO NO HARM principles, and established international child protection standards (especially UNCRC). Experience with participatory approaches to education, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, or other related area.
S/he must possess strong ability to independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to details. Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility is essential. Ability to speak kanuri is an added advantage.
Please follow this link for a full role profile; JD-PROJECT EDUCATION OFFICER
Please respond to the requirements of the role in your cover letter.
Only CVs and cover letters in English will be accepted.
Location: Damasak, Borno State
Type of Role: Fixed Term
Closing Date: 20th May 2024
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girlsโ rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.
The role is contingent on securing grants from the donor.