Fresh Job Vacancies at FHI 360, 21st November, 2019

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Non-formal Education Officer Location: Maiduguri, Borno Supervisor: Non-Formal Education Specialist Basic Function

• Under the supervision of Non-Formal Education Specialist and as member of a program team, the NFE Officer will provide programmatic support and specific expertise for program implementation.
• On an as-needed basis, provide support in trainings, material development, and program monitoring.

Duties and responsibilities

• Facilitate the implementation of projects and/or country programs, and ensure on-going program management, monitoring, and reporting on country and regional programs.  In collaboration with Non-formal Education Specialist and other relevant partners to establish and/or revitalize non-formal learning centers (NFLCs) in selected communities. Monitor the implementation and ensure timely completion of non-formal curriculum.
• Assist in the selection of Master Trainers. Provide leadership and oversight of training of trainers and step-down trainings to facilitators. Respond to a variety of programmatic, financial, administrative and logistics needs, and requirements generated from senior management.
• Assist with planning logistics for trainings; provide oversight and facilitation support during trainings Provide support for material development, including participating in materials development workshops, editing, formatting, liaising with graphic designers and consultants, and coordinating printing. Write reports of activities, including materials development and training. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Process sub-agreements and task orders; monitoring program progress as well as financial expenditures and subproject deliverables. Ensure accurate and timely reports and other relevant documents for field programs, e.g., quarterly implementing agency and country office program implementation and financial reports.
• With minimal supervision manages high volume work flow. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Sound written and verbal communication as well as editing skills. Relevant computer software skills. E.g Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand-held devices.
• Resourceful through technology, research skills, and relationship building among several organization teams and units and professional organizations to resolve problems and initiate enhancements.
• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs
• Contribute to the Division’s annual work planning and budgeting processes, including identification of potential projects for bilateral or third-party funding.
• Use knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri to contribute to materials development. Use knowledge of training facilitation to provide training support. Provide leadership and team building at the task level.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or related field, and 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field, and 3-5 years relevant experience 2-4 years’ experience with education programs.
• Prior team lead experience preferred. Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization. International or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferred.

Remuneration The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees: Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Non-formal Education Specialist Location: Maiduguri, Borno Supervisor: Deputy Project Director Basic Function

• The NFE Specialist will work with local partners to establish community non-formal learning centers and support training and materials development for non-formal and accelerated education.
• S/He will collaborate closely with the Teacher Education Specialist on materials and training activities.
• The NFE Specialist will also lead project efforts to coordinate policy reform with government stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct stakeholder discussions around Non-Formal Education policy, curriculum, materials and transfer to formal education. Ensure timely completion of non-formal curriculum revisions  In collaboration with the relevant partners to establish and/or revitalize non-formal learning centers (NFLCs) in selected communities.
• In collaboration with Teacher Education Specialist to provide technical input on revisions for the original Education Crisis Response materials (including literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning).
• In collaboration with relevant specialists, provide technical leadership for training development, including revision of existing training resources from Education Crisis Response.
• Assist in the selection of Master Trainers. Provide leadership and oversight of training of trainers and step-down trainings to facilitators. Write reports of relevant activities, including materials development and training.
• Work closely with STO M&E to provide ongoing program oversight, including regular review of M&E data, site visits to schools and non-formal learning centers, and review of reports from activities. B
• Build capacity of relevant staff members to assist in program oversight.
• Suggest improvements to program materials and implementation.
• On an as-needed basis, give presentations to stakeholders, donors and project staff members on technical work and achievements from the non-formal education sector. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of literacy and numeracy instruction, materials development, and teacher training, particularly in the Nigerian context. Knowledge and experience of education programming in non-formal learning environments
• Knowledge of community mobilization and sensitization around education and safety Experience implementing basic education programs in developing contexts; experience in crisis and conflict-affected contexts is highly desired. Knowledge of Northeast Nigeria strongly desired; Sensitivity to cultural norms and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues is highly desired.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision. High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication. Well-developed computer skills.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or another relevant field is required with 7-9 years’ experience working in basic education programming in developing context; Master’s degree in education or relevant field is desired with 5-7 years’ experience working in basic education programming in developing context.
• 2-5 years working in crisis or conflict-affected areas is required Familiarity with the Nigerian education system is required.

Remuneration The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees: Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Note: The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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