CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Save the Children
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 11 Nov 2014

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 12 months

The roleThe Alternative Education for All program in South Sudan is being implemented in the two states of Jonglei and Lakes that have the poorest combination of education indicators in South Sudan, ranging from low percentages of trained teachers, high pupil teacher ratio and high numbers of over-age out of school children.

The Lakes State Project Manager will oversee the implementation of the program in four counties: Rumbek Centre, Rumbek East, Wulu and Cueibet in Lakes State. The project focuses on strengthening the capacity of the State Ministry of Education and increasing access of over-age out of school children, youth and adults to quality non-formal education. The project implements a combination of activities ranging from direct support, capacity building, community and children's participation, advocacy and policy influencing.

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Proven international experience in managing education project of similar size and complexity.
• Experience and knowledge on implementing Accelerated Learning Programs, Vocational Training and Functional Adult Literacy
• Experience in working with partners, strengthening capacity of district level education authorities and improving the gender balance of education services
• Experience in donor reporting (preferably with DFID and CHF)
• Understanding and experience of monitoring & evaluation techniques
• At least three years management experience, including staff management, fund raising and budget management
• Experience of teacher-training and training of trainers
• Experience of working in an insecure or hardship environment
• Experience of working through systems of community participation
• Clear communication, presentation style as well as good interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent written English skills and familiarity with budgeting using MS Word and
• Excel;
• Excellent computer skills and competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Willingness to be based in a remote field location

Desirable

• Previous experience in South Sudan

Familiarity with radio communication protocol

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'jfawcett.37875.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'