Education Project Officer at Islamic Relief

Qualification/ Experience

• Preferably a university degree in education, social sciences, statistics, agriculture, community development, project management or any other related field.
• Minimum of at least 3 years’ experience in a similar position or project management in both emergency and development projects preferably in the NGO setting.
• Vast knowledge and experience in programme management cycle-planning, monitoring, evaluation, documentation/reporting /sharing and learning.

JOB PURPOSE

• The project Officer Education will assist in the implementation of Education activities Mandera Education and WASH support project (MEWIS) Project in Mandera County. He/she will directly report to the Field coordinator

Project planning and implementation (50%)

• Conduct social mobilizations, project target identifications, setting target criteria for the integrated project activities.
• Work closely with the Community focal persons in Mobilization, sensitization and general implementation of the project including handling beneficiaries complains.
• Development of project implementation plans and budgets within the project framework.
• Supporting and keeping track of day-to-day activities implementation at the selected sites.
• Preparation of weekly project implementation plans/acceleration plans
• Ensure timely implementation of project activities as per the work plan budgetary, standards and procedures
• Ensure filling of project documents in accordance with IRK policy and procedures.
• Assist in any other implementation duty assigned by line managers.

Monitoring, Documentation, Communications, and reporting (30%)

• Ensure the project target is achieved in line with project plans and result framework
• Assist in Developing project implementation tools including Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs), MEAL Plans, Procurement Plans, Communication plan, weekly/monthly work plans as may be necessary.
• Document community and stakeholders’ feedback and share with relevant stakeholders for appropriate action.
• Regular monitoring and evaluation of project implementation at field Level.
• Prepare and submit timely monthly, quarterly, annually narrative, and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of the IRK’s MEAL System, Core humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other relevant policies.

Coordination and Networking (20%)

• Coordinate with other partners working in the area in support of programme,
• Represent IRK at relevant stakeholder forums as may be requested by the line Managers

Qualification and experience

• Preferably a university degree in education, social sciences, statistics, agriculture, community development, project management or any other related field.
• Minimum of at least 3 years’ experience in a similar position or project management in both emergency and development projects.
• Vast knowledge and experience in programme management cycle-planning, monitoring, evaluation, documentation/reporting /sharing and learning.

Personal skills and competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong beneficiary/local partner-service focus
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people as a member of multi-cultural teams.
• Ability to prioritize work, multitask and control processes.
• Experience in projects planning, Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning.
• Knowledge of the key issues and trends in Education
• Maturity, diplomacy, tact, and discretion, with strong negotiation skills.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
• Fluency in English both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of education in emergencies, education sector policy, child rights and protection issues
• Experiences of facilitating community-based training, capacity building school managements, skills/experience in peace initiatives-workshops, trainings, rallies, peace events. and awareness campaigns.