BACKGROUND:

Right To Play is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using play. By harnessing play, one of the most powerful and fundamental forces in a child’s life, we helped 2.3 million children last year to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases like HIV and malaria and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the only global development organization focused exclusively on using play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Education Specialist reports directly to the Program Manager. He/she is responsible for providing technical advice and guidance on the development and implementation of education programs in line with the Country Strategic Plan and Right To Play’s global theory of change.

The incumbent works to integrate Right To Play’s methodologies into the system level education planning and delivery, the curriculum of provincial and national boards/agencies, as well as, the activities of Right To Play’s strategic and implementing partners. This includes developing materials and resources as necessary, in collaboration with the Regional Office programs team and Education Specialist at Headquarters as relevant. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Job Responsibility #1: Program Planning, Implementation and Delivery (60% of Time):
• Job Responsibility #2: Representation, Advocacy and Policy Engagement (25% of Time):
• Job Responsibility #3: Capacity Building Support (10% of Time):
• Job Responsibility #4: Performs Other Duties as Assigned (5% of Time)

Authorized to work in: Ethiopia (Eligible to work legally without requiring sponsorship or work permit)

Target Start Date: Immediate

Contract Duration: Long term engagement with an initial one-year contract

For more details click the below link:

Job Posting - Education Specialist Ethiopia Final.docx

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Required):

 EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:

• Master’s degree in Education or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience implementing and providing technical guidance on basic education programs and liaising with government officials. Proven experience in project planning, report writing, networking, partnership-building and working with NGOs. Significant experience in designing and delivering training and/or the development of education materials and resources.

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Superior organizational skills and ability to multi-task on a constant basis
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to build rapport with staff, partners, government officials, donors and community leaders
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Creative and flexible with problem solving skills
• Demonstrated professionalism and diplomacy
• Ability to represent oneself as an effective Right To Play ambassador to high level officials
• Strategy planning skills for education initiatives
• People management particularly influence management

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click here to apply with your resume and cover letter in English.

 While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Shortlisting of applications will begin immediately and interviews may be held before the closing date.

Should you require any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, kindly contact the People & Culture team by email at careers@righttoplay.com