Regional coordinator (Dnipro and/or Dnipropetrovsk region) in IREX / International Research and Exchanges Board

IREX is a global organization in the field of development and education. We strive for a more just, prosperous and inclusive world where everyone fulfills their potential, governments work for the good of their people, and communities thrive and succeed.
 
 With an annual budget of over $150 million and a team of With more than 750 employees worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four key areas: developing leaders, supporting youth, strengthening institutions, and providing access to quality education and information. to Discern in Education" (L2D-Ed) is implemented by IREX and is aimed at strengthening the resistance of Ukrainian teachers and students to misinformation and manipulation by increasing their skills in critical perception of information and creating a demand for quality information in the Ukrainian secondary education system as a whole. The project includes the development and training of media literacy teachers, conducting research and providing training for other target audiences. IREX in Ukraine is looking for a Regional Coordinator (in Dnipro and/or Dnipropetrovsk region) for the L2D-Ed project, which will be a liaison a link between the Kyiv project office and local stakeholders. The role involves organizing and conducting trainings, contributing to the development of educational materials and ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the project. This position requires experience in education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities of the Regional CoordinatorL2< /strong>D-Ed include organizational communication, training and performance monitoring.

As well as the performance of additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, the team or as instructed by the manager.

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• Performing the role of the Regional representative of the project and the main contact person between the project office in the city of Kyiv and local stakeholders, including educators, representatives of state bodies and local self-government, as well as departments of education and science.
• Assist in coordination and planning of project activities in the region, including presentation of project activities, development and approval of work schedules and establishment of systematic and effective interaction with local stakeholders, etc.
• Establishment and maintenance of effective communication with project participants, partners and local authorities.
• Organization and conducting of trainings and other educational events for the target audiences of the project.
• Assistance and participation in the updating and development of educational materials together with the team project and project experts.
• Development of programs and moderation of events for teachers and other target audiences of the project; providing support in the implementation of the project at the regional level in accordance with the developed work plan.
• Monitoring, evaluation and reporting in accordance with IREX standards and requirements.
• Conducting meetingsey, trainings, seminars and other project events in the region and providing administrative support for these events.
• Communication and collection of "success stories" and feedback from project participants in the region.
• Active cooperation and maintaining effective internal communication with the project team at the head office in Kyiv.
• Ability to travel to other cities where the project is implemented and participate in joint trainings and meetings organized by the project team.
• li>Prepare reports on project performance in the region.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures related to project finance and compliance.
• Assist in maintaining accurate reports related to project activities, including financial documentation, upon request from the project office.
• Assistance in coordinating the work of contractors and third parties involved in project activities to ensure compliance with project goals and compliance with organization standards, upon request from the project office.

Required experience and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in in the field of humanities, education or other areas related to the project's activities.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in the educational field, development of training programs, educational projects and work with state bodies.
• Experience in developing educational and educational materials, conducting trainings and other educational events is an advantage.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills and the ability to work with different age groups and adapt to the needs of the target audience.
• Excellent organizational skills, experience in organizing various educational events.
• Knowledge of basic and most common computer programs and tools (MS Office, Google Drive, Zoom, etc.).
• Ability to establish contacts and partnerships.
• Flexibility and willingness to work part-time (50%) with the possibility of several consecutive full-time working days.
• Teamwork skills and willingness to work in virtual mode.
• Fluency in Ukrainian, basic knowledge of English (desirable, but not required).
• Impartiality, empathy and neutrality in work.
• Critical thinking, flexibility and willingness to implement changes in the current environment.
• Willingness to grow and develop. Participation in internal IREX preparatory trainings is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel (if necessary).
• Physical presence in the area of ​​responsibility most of the working hours.

This position assumes official part-time employment (approximately 50% or 4 hours per day) in a remote format. The specific level of involvement will be discussed with the final candidates individually.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates. 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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IREX is an equal opportunity employer that adheres to principles of diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

To apply for participation in the selection for the position of Regional Coordinator (in Dnipro and/orDnipropetrovsk region) all persons are invited, regardless of personal characteristics, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Interested candidates are requested to send resumes and letters indicating in the subject of the letter the title of the position "Regional Coordinator Dnipro and/or Dnipropetrovsk oblast" to the e-mail address [email protected]