Manager Education at Concern Worldwide

Job Summary

• The primary purpose of this role is to lead in networking, fundraising, designing, managing and overseeing implementation, of education sector projects to ensure the success and growth of the sector. The holder is expected to collaborate with the Country Management Team, line manager and Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising to identify funding opportunities in Education sector both locally and globally in collaboration with the global fundraising teams.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation

• Provide leadership and technical guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of the education program in line with both the Concern Kenya and global education strategies and relevant education sector policies
• Build technical capacity and support to Education staff, and local partners where appropriate in the implementation of education programs
• Collaborate with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to monitor and evaluate ongoing education projects for program effectiveness, high quality and timely program delivery as well as integration with other programs in health and livelihoods and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
• In collaboration with the Senior Officer, Grants, Partnerships and Fundraising, Programmes Director, Field Operations Coordinator and any other relevant staff, take a leading role in developing expressions of interest (EOIs), concept notes and proposals for new projects
• Lead in carrying out a contextual analysis in the sector for a holistic view of the environment to aid in program design
• Coordinate the development of project costed work plans and detailed implementation plans
• Monitor over and under spending and initiate mitigation measures.
• Documentation of the programme process and successes including generating lessons learnt and case studies
• Coordinate timely development, review and submission of internal and external technical and financial project reports
• In consultation with the line manager, represent the programme in relevant meetings

Partnership management

• In close collaboration with the senior officer partnership, support in identification, engagement, assessment and management of local partners as appropriate in line with the country programme’s commitment to localization
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including education sector stakeholders, relevant line ministries, government officials and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).

People Management

• Engage with direct reports for performance management and development through regular performance development reviews; monthly individual work plan development, implementation and review
• Participate in recruitment, induction and on boarding of new staff and provide ongoing mentorship, coaching and support for professional development.
• Manage leave planning and utilization for direct reports

Others

• Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
• Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
• Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
• Any other duties as assigned by the line manager

Person Specification

Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelors’ degree in Education. Master's degree will be an added advantage
• At least 8 years’ proven experience and leadership in program management within the NGO education sector in Kenya
• Familiarity with education sector policies, guidelines, standards and current trends in programming
• A strong understanding of the Education context in Kenya, especially in vulnerable communities
• Proven experience in fundraising and development of fundraising instruments such as EOIs, concept notes, proposals for Education Programmes
• Excellent communication, planning, organization, analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Data-driven decision-making skills and proficiency in program evaluation
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management.
• Commitment to educational excellence, equality and inclusivity

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Strong facilitation and time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles and manage competing priorities
• High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
• Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner and attend to details
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Associated Policies

Competencies required:

This position will demand a highly motivated, committed and energetic individual who will be able to manage, engage others, influence and communicate effectively.

• Effective management
• Individual leadership
• Communicating and working with others
• Creativity and innovation
• Influence, advocacy and networking

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as 'Manager Education' on or before Friday 5th January 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.