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 this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And itโs girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We support childrenโs rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for โ and respond to โ crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 80 countries.
The Opportunity
The Education in Emergencies (EiE) Regional Advisor is responsible for providing specialized technical support, including capacity building for EiE cluster and country teams, development and adaptation of EiE resources, and strengthening representation and donor engagement to position Plan International as a leader in EiE within the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Support and Capacity Building:
Provide focused technical support to EiE clusters and country teams.
Enhance the skills and capabilities of field teams through targeted training and development activities.
Foster the adoption of best practices and innovative approaches in EiE programming.
Lead education in emergency regional initiatives.
Resource Development and Adaptation:
Lead the development and contextual adaptation of EiE tools and resources to meet regional needs.
Ensure resources are in alignment with global humanitarian standards and Plan Internationalโs strategic objectives.
Representation and Donor Engagement:
Actively represent Plan International in regional and international forums related to education in emergencies.
Cultivate relationships with existing and potential donors to secure funding for EiE initiatives.
Collaborate with Plan Internationalโs global EiE team to align regional activities with global strategies.
Project Proposal Development:
Co-design project proposals for regional EiE initiatives, ensuring they meet strategic goals and leverage local insights.
Take responsibility for multi-country project proposals, ensuring coherence and alignment with broader regional strategies.
Support country offices on the design of EiE proposals within their territories.
Coordination of Regional EiE Network:
Coordinate a network of EiE professionals across the Americas, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaborative initiatives.
Organize regional meetings and workshops to foster a cohesive approach to EiE.
Field Missions:
Conduct field missions to provide on-ground technical assistance and oversight.
Assess and respond to emergent needs in crisis-affected areas, ensuring effective program implementation and adaptation.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Work closely with M&E teams to track the impact of EiE interventions.
Utilize data and feedback to improve program quality and efficacy.
The Individual
- Masterโs degree in Education, Humanitarian Affairs, International Development, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in education in emergencies, including significant field experience.
- Demonstrated ability to lead capacity building initiatives and develop educational resources.