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The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a state owned organisation. We work worldwide in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ International Services (InS) is an integral division of GIZ. We offer the experience, the regional and technical know-how of GIZ in the global market and provide international clients with expertise in terms of economic and result-oriented services.
GIZ International Services is shortlisted for the EU-funded tender: „Technical Assistance for the Implementation of Education and Youth Empowerment in Northern Nigeria” in Nigeria.
The overall objective (Impact) of the Education and Youth Empowerment in north-western Nigeria (EYEPINN) to which this Technical Assistance Support to the National Government and to the basic education ministries department and agencies contributes is: The emancipation of the poorest, underserved and most marginalised population groups, including women and girls in the North-West of Nigeria.
The Specific Objectives (Outcomes) of this action are:
SO1: To strengthen the education sector planning and policy framework implementation
SO2: To increase access to safe learning environments and improve the quality of teaching and learning for all, with particular attention to participation of girls.
Under the overall strategic direction of the EU Delegation and working in close coordination with the Federal Ministry of Education and its related agency(ies), the Team Leader will be the Head of the team. She/he will be required, inter alia, to provide leadership and high quality advice on critical policy and technical issues; interact on substantive and operational issues with team leaders of the other components of the programme, senior governmental, non-governmental and donor officials and stakeholders; and assume overall responsibility for the coordination, planning, budgeting, management, monitoring and reporting of project activities.
The Team Leader will ensure prudent and effective management of the assets as well as the human and financial resources of the project, ensure complete project documentation at all times, guide the preparation and submission of annual work plans, and prepare and submit timely progress reports as required. Mastery of education principles, concepts, practices, methods, and advanced techniques for the design, implementation, and evaluation of development assistance programs are required in order to apply new developments and theories of the field to major problems and accepted methods.
Qualifications and skills
Minimum Requirement
Advanced university degree (Masters or Ph.D) in education, international development, or social
sciences from a recognized institution or equivalent relevant professional experience is required.
Preferred Experience
Experience with EU funding instruments such as the European Development Fund (EDF) and EU funded development projects.
General professional experience
Minimum Requirement
Preferred Requirement
Proven work experience in managing and monitoring the implementation of multifaceted projects in the field of education assistance and proficient working knowledge of the institutional reforms approach; Proven work experience in managing and leading teams – excellent social skills; Extensive experience in project management and in the design and implementation of education support programmes; Proven experience in coordination, budgeting, planning, monitoring and reporting of activities of development support programmes; Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, resourcefulness, ability to take initiative, capacity to work in a self-directed manner in a multi-cultural environment, and ability to create a team-based work environment; Experience in working with large and challenging boards and/or coordination or steering
Specific professional experience
Minimum Requirement
Preferred Requirement
Solid record of performance in increasingly responsible positions in a reputable institution and experience managing or implementing activities with non-governmental or community-based organizations; education-related projects including institutional and policy reforms in developing countries; Proven knowledge and understanding of political economy analysis, governance and accountability issues associated with educational provision in developing countries; Knowledge of EDF regulations and procedures will be an advantage; Fluency in English - speaking, reading, and writing proficiency; Excellent communication skills, strong operational, analytical, managerial, and excellent computer skills particularly in Microsoft Office applications; Ability to provide advisory services to the EUD in order to promote the Commission’s goals and objectives to outside audiences.The project will be implemented in Abuja and in the three North-western States of Jigawa, Kano and Sokoto. The team leader of the technical assistance team will be based in Abuja to support the FMoE and related agencies to implement the national-level activities, while the technical assistants (key experts 2 and 3) supporting the States will be located in the respective capitals of the States.
Start date & period of implementation
The intended start date is 07 May 2024, and the period of implementation of the contract will be 48 months from this date (for a minimum of 880 days), max. 80% of which based in Abuja.
The willingness for frequent business trips is required.
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