Vacancy at Creative Associates International for a Literacy and Numeracy Technical Lead

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Literacy and Numeracy Technical Lead Location: Borno Project Summary

• In partnership with IRC, Creative Associates intends to implement a twenty-month project under the Education in Emergencies (EiE) component of DFID’s North-East Nigeria Transition to Development Program (NENTAD) that aims to deliver an effective response to the basic needs of vulnerable people impacted by the crisis in northeast Nigeria.
• The EiE project will reach more than 100,000 children and adolescents in Borno and Yobe states with quality formal and non-formal education services, including literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills

• The Literacy and Numeracy Technical Lead provides technical guidance to the project’s support to improved literacy and numeracy instruction.

• This position reports to the Senior Consortium Coordinator. The Literacy and Numeracy Technical Lead will provide direct technical support to Education Officers.

• Work in collaboration with the technical team to lead the implementation of project activities to improve student literacy and numeracy competencies
• Conduct regular visits to non-formal learning centers and formal schools (tutoring program) to monitor issues, support implementation strategies and monitor progress towards improved learning outcomes
• Provide guidance and expertise to parental, community and government stakeholders in the development of literacy and numeracy improvement plans
• Provide expert guidance in the development of curriculum and materials related to the improvement of literacy and numeracy
• Provide technical support to LGA officials, CSO staff and Community collation members

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field
• Prior teaching experience in elementary or secondary schools
• At least two years of experience in the implementation of literacy or numeracy programs
• Experience training teachers on teaching literacy and numeracy
• Knowledge of current trends and research in literacy and numeracy and options for program development and delivery
• Demonstrated ability to work in culturally diverse community settings
• Professional proficiency in English
• Ability to travel to Yobe state for extended periods