Graduate Student to Support EE4A at Zizi Afrique Foundation

The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Coordination of the EE4A planning and the secretariat.
• Supporting committees and pre-conference organizers in their assigned activities.
• Organizing meetings, taking minutes, and following through on action points – as agreed during meetings.
• Managing communication – as the focal person for EE4A in line with Zizi Afrique SOPs.
• Sourcing service providers where necessary and making necessary bookings.
• Supporting the University of Embu planning committee and ensuring that various activities are followed through and acted on time.
• Managing the list of participants and confirmations.
• Supporting technical aspects based on the interests – e.g., reviewing abstracts, writing where and when necessary.
• Tracking budget commitments and expenditures.
• Making necessary requisitions and budgets supported by the respective offices.
• Knowledge management – of the products and activities emanating from the planning of EE4A – including minutes, products, reports, budgets etc.
• Conduct background research on foundational learning in specific areas
• Branding of the event.
• Any other responsibilities as may be assigned

Outputs and deliverables

Consultant Qualifications & Experience

• Reporting & Oversight
• The ideal candidate should meet the following qualifications:
• A master’s student in education related fields or any other social science
• Strong research skills
• Experience in coordination of events
• Willingness to learn
• Strong analytical skills
• Familiarity with educational data and policy frameworks is an added advantage.
• Strong communication and training skills
• The consultant will report to EE4A Secretariat, with regular progress check-ins as per the agreed work plan.