Advertised in daily Classified Source newspaper dated 07 November, 2023. Applications are invited for appropriate candidates in Care International to complete fill their vacant position.
Care International
Date Posted:
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07 November, 2023
Department:
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Care International
Category | Sector
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INGO
Newspaper:
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Classified Source Newspaper
Education:
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Master
Total Vacancies:
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Details in attached ads
Vacancy Location:
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Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
Job Type:
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Full Time
Expected Last Date:
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15 November, 2023
Vacant Positions:
EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Presently, the Care International Islamabad is on the lookout for suitable candidates for their vacant position i.e. Education Specialist to join their team.
Job Responsibilities and Task: Education Specialist
Education Portfolio Management and Quality Assurance
Implement strategies to enhance the quality of education services, with a focus on improving access, quality, and improved learning outcomes.
Conduct need assessments and oversee the monitoring and evaluation of education projects to track progress and make data-driven adjustments.
Provide training and mentoring to project staff, partner organizations, and communities to improve education practices and knowledge.
Ensure high-quality and timely reporting to donors on the progress and impact of education initiatives.
Promote gender equity and inclusion throughout education programs, ensuring that women and marginalized groups have a voice in decision-making processes.
Engage with Project Managers and CO Communications team in documenting lessons learnt and use results for program quality improvement in CIP programs and program partners.
Resource Mobilization and Program Development:
Proactively establish new partnerships with NGOs, government departments, academic and research institutes, private sector entities. These partnerships should aim to foster innovative project designs that add substantial value to education initiatives.
Participate in relevant meetings at the national and policy levels within the designated areas of work. Your involvement should contribute to advancing the organization’s educational development agenda.
Network with potential donors to promote CARE’s education program solutions and craft competitive project concepts and proposals. The goal is to secure the necessary resources to fund education projects effectively.
Develop a comprehensive learning agenda and oversee relevant research initiatives. The research should emphasize evidence-based best practices and policy solutions, benefiting both local and national educational contexts.
Organize external forums, including learning events, conferences, and expert panel sessions. These events should serve as a platform to showcase thought leadership based on the evidence and insights derived from CARE’s education programs.
Work as lead writer for education idea note, concept note and the project proposals for variety for donors
External Relations and Partnership Development:
Initiate, cultivate, and nurture relationships with donors, government authorities, and partner organizations to facilitate the development and expansion of education initiatives.
Lead the development of comprehensive and sector-specific proposals and budgets for education projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and donor requirements.
Integrate issues related to protection, gender, livelihoods, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and environmental impact into education program designs. Consider local conditions, resources, customs, and cultural norms to promote program sustainability.
Represent the organization’s work in education and other development projects, as needed, in interactions with local authorities, donors, and other relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate and actively engage with colleagues from technical, operational, and strategic program units to identify funding opportunities for education development work. This includes both current operational areas and new geographic regions.
Promote the adoption of best practices in education programming and ensure that field teams incorporate these practices into their programs. Enable staff to present these practices at local and global forums to enhance program visibility and impact.
Contribute towards staff development initiatives
Proactively contribute to CARE’s internal management processes and employee engagement initiatives.
Support staff capacity building and wellness initiatives.
Pro-actively identify advocacy opportunities, case studies and research opportunities which link with wider organizational strategic objectives and turn these into action.
Develop strategic relationship with donor’s organizations and position CARE for multi-sector programming.
Work and serve as a technical lead for education related new project designs and technical writing of the new concept note and proposals.
Any other task as assigned by the supervisor.
Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational, and programming need as assigned by Line Manager.
Safety and Security is everyone’s responsibility within CI through full compliance and accountability (as per Principle of the CARE International Safety & Security Principles).
III. Problem Solving
Levels one and two of problem solving apply to the incumbent. The incumbent will be involved in daily routine activities, s/he also uses interpolative skills to pick and choose the right solution to address given problems.
IV. Qualifications (Know How)
a) Education/Training/Experience
Required
Advanced degree in education, social sciences and/or a related field. Additional training in curriculum development, adaptation and training teachers is needed.
Additional experience of teaching is an asset.
Experience of managing or part of the technical education team for USAID/DOS or FCDO funded project (preferable).
Recommended a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant technical experience including two years at senior level or administration of an education system or an I/NGO.
Strong knowledge of international best practices in education and educational policies.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively in diverse and cross-cultural settings.
Strong communication and advocacy skills.
Working with children and teachers, education department, curriculum wings is desirable.
Sound knowledge of protection in humanitarian aid context
Proven capacity to supervise, and coach staff on education related interventions.
Experience of designing and managing major donor projects and understanding of donor compliance
Experience of managing technical aspects of projects implemented by local partners
Ability to analyse information, evaluate options, and think and plan strategically
Experience in representing an organization in the coordination mechanism in emergency contexts.
Experience in working with refugees and returnees
Ability to write clear and well-argued project reports
Experience of fund raising, proposal writing is highly desirable
Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills
Comfortable with high levels of ambiguity and able to take decisions independently in fluid context.
Commitment to CARE values and Safeguarding.
Required: Essential
d) Competencies:
Respect, accountability, building commitment, stress tolerance, collaboration, contributing to team success, customer focus and information monitoring.
Team work – Able to work effectively with other people within a work group.
Writing – Able to communicate ideas and information in writing to ensure that information and messages are understood and have the desired impact.
V. Working Conditions and Level of Travel Required
The position is based in Islamabad with around 30% travel to field as per organizational and function requirement.
Interested candidates should email their CVs (necessary documentation) by 15 November, 2023. The job title must be clearly stated in the Subject line. Care International provide equal Opportunity for all equally competent candidates.
