Education Specialist at Still I Rise

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Education Director in the implementation and evolution of the educational strategy for SIR
• Oversee the educational development of the programs in pursuit of the organizational mission and goals of each program
• Take on increasing managerial and technical education-oriented responsibilities for each of our sites: an international school for children living in slums in Kenya, a rehabilitation school for child manual laborers in the DRC, and informal schooling for Syrian children lacking educational alternatives, as well as any further sites the organization opens.
• If not already possessed, study and network to gain the knowledge and understanding of International Baccalaureate required of the role;
• Mentor and supervise a small team of school leaders, supporting their professional growth and increasing their performance capacity with the aim to empower them to run their programs as self-autonomously as feasible
• Ensure the on-site education teams are well-managed and supported, as well as activities implemented and run following the organization's vision and guidelines
• Track performance and deliverables, providing feedback and assessments based on the program goals and the educational strategy of SIR
• Regularly meet virtually with site personnel to discuss developments and educational strategies and activities
• Write up progress reports for internal staff as necessary
• Monitor weekly and monthly quantitative and qualitative data
• Assist with hiring of education department personnel
• Alongside the Professional Development Specialist, help design, coordinate and implement training at all stages of a teacher’s journey through their Professional Pathway.

Essential Requirements

• Professional experience in a variety of educational settings, including international schools
• Professional experience in international development educational contexts in both field and HQ positions
• Demonstrated ability to lead and professionally develop people in the Education sector from a remote role
• Demonstrated ability to collect, evaluate and respond to regular quantitative and qualitative data
• Demonstrated ability to pursue multiple goals in a complex environment, developing processes and practices which will achieve those goals, and bringing others on board in the endeavor
• Commitment to the cause of empowering site staff to take effective and sustained ownership of their programs
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an international network of remote staff
• Excellent competence using the Google Suite
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability during the working hours of Europe and Africa

Preferred Requirements

• Working verbal and written proficiency in French and/or Spanish
• Master’s Degree in education, development or related field
• Courses or certifications in school administration or project management
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate system.