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Are you looking for Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Education Officer job at International Rescue Committee (IRC)
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to helping people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict, disaster, and climate change to survive, recover, and regain control of their futures. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC has grown into a highly respected non-governmental organization, consistently recognized for its rapid response, effective programming, and commitment to innovation in humanitarian aid.
With operations in over 40 countries and offices in major cities worldwide, the IRC employs thousands of professionals and volunteers, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values diversity, resilience, and impact-driven solutions. The organization offers a wide range of job opportunities, from emergency response roles to long-term development initiatives, with flexible work arrangements to accommodate various needs.
Emphasizing innovation, the IRC leverages data-driven approaches and technology to enhance its service delivery, addressing critical issues such as health, education, economic recovery, and refugee resettlement. Rooted in core values of integrity, accountability, service, and equality, the IRC upholds a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility, partnering with governments, businesses, and local communities to create sustainable solutions for vulnerable populations. Through its pioneering efforts in crisis response and advocacy, the IRC continues to shape the future of humanitarian aid. For more information, visit their official website at www.rescue.org.
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Education Officer job at International Rescue Committee
IRC
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world's leading crisis response agencies, providing life-saving assistance and supporting recovery and reconstruction for people affected by war and natural disasters. Active in public health, education, livelihoods, women's empowerment, youth development, and protection and promotion of rights, IRC assists people from harm to home.
The IRC was registered in Uganda in mid-1998 and implements rehabilitation activities in the sectors of Child and Youth Protection and development, Health, Economic recovery and Development, women protection and empowerment and Education as well as contributing to the response to the Southern Sudanese Refugee situation. IRC Uganda has a head office in Kampala, field offices in Lamwo, Moroto, Kyaka, Kiryandongo and West Nile.
PlayMatters Project (2023-2026) is an education initiative funded by the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development have been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s fantastic resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play (LTP) methodologies, PlayMatters (PM) cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, and the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation.
Provide support towards the implementation of projects, ensuring that the desired results and final impact are achieved on time and to standard.
Support the training and orientation of school administrators, Parent-Teacher Association members, and School Management Committee members on PlayMatters project interventions.
Support teachers in applying LtP methodology in teaching and learning while integrating LEGO Six bricks to improve learning outcomes, and support parents in interacting playfully and positively with their children and caring for their well-being.
Support the implementation and scale-up of team-up and Play Well sessions in the PlayMatters-supported schools.
Partnership Management.
Support implementation of PlayMatters Project activities in Early Childhood Development Centres and Primary Schools following an already developed curriculum and PlayMatters contents.
Work closely with ECD facilitators, primary school teachers and team-up facilitators, community leaders, district education officials, and teachers at the Training Institute in Arua.
Risk, Compliance & Accountability.
Support the identification and management of risks, particularly those associated with procurement, finances, safeguarding, and staff health, safety and security:
Assist the project team in complying with the risk management framework relating to IRC projects.
Communicating for Influence.
Support the documentation and sharing of learning, knowledge, and experience generated from PlayMatters project interventions.
Mobilize and educate parents and community members to participate in project interventions within the ECD centers, Primary Schools, and at the community level.
Mobilize communities to attend community dialogues and parenting meetings and participate in projects project.
Safeguarding, Gender Equality & Inclusion.
Ensure Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded by the principles and requirements of the policy, including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Education or postgraduate diploma from an accredited Institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in education-related programming (preferably in Early Childhood Development (ECD), Accelerated Learning Programs (ALP), Psychosocial Support (PSS), Play, digital learning, and language education programs)
Experience managing projects, including project design, monitoring, and evaluation (i.e., preparing documents and reports for external dissemination).
Excellent writing, facilitation, and organizational skills.
Excellent command of the English language.
Strong drive for results and ensuring timely delivery of program outcomes.
Knowledge of inclusive programming approaches
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
Strong skills in teamwork and networking.
Good communication skills (written and oral).
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills in multi-cultural contexts.
Familiarity with West Nile and Northern Uganda.
Ability to ride a motorbike with a valid riding permit.
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