Education Technical Advisor - Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire Recruitment’s notice
The Education Technical Advisor takes overall responsibility for the strategic direction, portfolio growth and coordination of Save the Children work in Côte d’Ivoire on basic education (including education in emergencies), teachers’ education, policy advocacy and community/children mobilization in Cote d’Ivoire (CIV) Country Programme.
As a member of the Programme Development, Quality and Advocacy Department (PDQA), the Education Technical Advisor is responsible for leading and overseeing the development and delivery of high quality, innovative, cost effective programs in education, resulting in immediate and lasting change for children. S/he is also responsible for monitoring program quality, initiating and taking technical leadership in education-focused studies, documentation and dissemination of innovations and good practices by working together with other members of PDQA team; leading on policy research and advocacy on education through networking and collaboration with relevant civil society organizations and other institutions and academia; playing a leading role in establishing, maintaining and expanding donor relations in the respective thematic area.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Contract length: 1-year renewable (subject to performance and funding)
Organization
We employ around 25,000 people worldwide and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises or those in need of better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest level, to realize children's rights and to make their voices heard
We are working on three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030
We understand that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, as well as a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity and integrity are highly valued
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How to apply?
Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter in a single document, also mentioning your current salary and your salary expectations for this position. A full version of the job description can be found below
We must ensure the safety of children through our selection processes, which reflect our commitment to child protection and include rigorous background checks
The feminine candidacies are deeply encouraged
Candidates are informed that Save the Children International does not request any payment or fees during the entire recruitment process. Any such request must be immediately reported as contrary to the values and practices of our organization.
This vacancy is archived.