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Program Specialist (Education) in People in Need
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People in Need
Place of work: Sumy
Start date: December 2024
Duration of the contract: 8 months (including a 3-month trial period) with a possible extension if funding is available
The "Man in Need" organization operates in Ukraine since the beginning of August 2014 and since then, humanitarian programs have been expanding rapidly. Currently, "Lyudyna v bidi" is one of the main humanitarian organizations in Ukraine that provides neutral and independent humanitarian assistance to people affected by the conflict.
PIN is an equal opportunity employer, so applications are accepted from all qualified applicants without discrimination on any basis, including race, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and others PIN welcomes applications from diverse groups and values diversity.
General Position Information
Under the overall direction of the Emergency Programs Manager/Lead of the program specialist on education issues, the program specialist (education) provides support to the program department, ensures the implementation of programs to increase access to education in the Sumy region. cooperates with specialists other aid sectors, with key stakeholders, partner organizations, departments of education, local self-government bodies, monitors activities and works with project documents.
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Implementation of the program:
- Help in the implementation of activities related to the educational project - planning , progress monitoring, timely achievement of project milestones and reporting on project results;
- Coordinate work with Digital Learning Center facilitators for feedback and planning, control and monitoring of activities.
- Assist and ensure processing of inquiries, preparation of purchase orders, cooperation with procurement departments and finance upon request.
- As needed, present PIN to various stakeholders (international/public organizations, local institutions, government bodies, donors);
- Interact and coordinate with other international/public organizations, local authorities. Inform the project manager of any conflicts, duplications or gaps and propose solutions.
- Coordinate with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to develop and implement appropriate needs assessments, baseline studies, terminal studies and other monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure compliance with internal and donor requirements.
- Collect and submit all project related updates in a timely manner (daily/weekly/monthly) including field monitoring and evaluation reports and external meetings and related events, planning documents, beneficiary lists, etc.
- Organize the process of archiving project documentation, as well as adadministration of ELO's internal system.
- Coordinate with the field team to collect accurate data, compile and prepare reports/report materials for key donors related to the activities within the mandate of this position < /ul>
- Provide day-to-day support, coordinating and mentoring field teams on educational activities.
- Support the teams responsible for training activities (learning assistants and DLC facilitators) - assign tasks, monitor performance in cooperation and under the supervision of the training coordinator.
- Support in organising, facilitating and delivering training for the PIN education team (educational assistants), DLC facilitators and target teachers in the subjects identified by the project (including SEL sessions, wellbeing, PFA, child protection etc.).
- Help in the selection of new personnel responsible for educational activities by participating in the development of the technical task, testing, participating in interviews with candidates.
- Ensure close coordination with partners project as necessary to ensure a clear and shared understanding of project and donor requirements, coordination of approach and close monitoring of partner activities, achievements and challenges.
- Assist in coordinating efforts between the PIN and relevant education governing bodies and other stakeholders where appropriate.
- Support the activities of teams on the ground - DLC facilitators.
- Collaborate and support other tasks as requested.
- Minimum 3 years of work in the education system (school, college, university);
- Experience of working in difficult and unstable conditions (preferred);
- Understanding the educational context in Ukraine and willingness to work on the ground;
- Proven ability to coordinate work with different staff groups, stakeholders and local authorities, build and maintain good relationships;
- Understanding complex issues that affect access, participation, inclusion and involvement of children in the education system in Ukraine;
- Demonstrated patience, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work both independently and in collaboration with team members;
- Proven knowledge and respect for key humanitarian principles;
- Experience in facilitation and/or training;
- Skills computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel) and the ability to type in English;
- Professional command of the English language (required);
- Ability to work in a team and readiness for learning.
Team Support
Coordination
We offer:
- Competitive salary based on salary scale PIN: 1 254< strong> USD GROSS before tax (+5% after extof working term)
- Positive working environment in an established and growing humanitarian organization;
- Medical insurance;
- Reimbursement of travel expenses between offices and work areas; >
- Professional development opportunities through various capacity building activities such as trainings, seminars and more
- 28 days of annual leave + 3 New Year bonus days off.
How to apply:
Please send clearly marked resumes and motivation letter. Please note that we will only contact selected candidates. Written tests and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed upon confirmation of candidacy for the position.
Please note that PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
