Research and Program Officer, Education Practice at IREX

Your Background and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience managing multiple administrative tasks in a demanding, time sensitive work environment Proven experience managing multiple administrative tasks in a demanding, time sensitive work environment.
• Preferred demonstrated implementation or MEL of knowledge related to effective education research, teacher training, education technology, and/or girls’ education and empowerment.
• Experience planning or implanting domestic or international education programs
• Experience supporting and/or conducting research and ability to proficiently articulate findings in the English language
• Very good command of English Language and Swahili is required.
• Highly proficient use of contemporary digital platforms for collaboration and communication.
• Commitment to inclusive programming that encourages full participation of individual regardless of gender, disability status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other marginalized status.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including governments, private sector, teachers, higher educational institutions, schools, donors, etc.
• Ability to work well on a team, including eliciting and incorporating input, delegating tasks, and providing respectful feedback where appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft office products, including and especially Excel.
• Clear, succinct, and compelling communication skills, both oral and written.
• Outstanding interpersonal and intercultural skills.
• Very strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted authorization to work in Kenya.

Your Daily Tasks

• Day to day administration of the project including the research component.
• Provide input to internal/external reports, presentations, and other products in close coordination with Project Director.
• Plan and implement logistical support for all program needs, may include event planning, travel arrangements, schedule meetings, etc.
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities including data management and analysis if assigned.
• Responsible for the program internal and external communication; tasks may include, the management of email inboxes and program contact information, draft written communications, contribute to program communication tools (newsletters) and social media efforts.
• Correspond with stakeholders including county government, school officials, teachers, and staff members. Also to ensure permissions are sought with the country authorities before implementation of activities. Guidance and/or approval before engaging higher level government and executive stakeholders may be required.
• Serve as point of contact for teachers, CSOs, head teachers, government officials, and facilitators.
• Contribute to writing and organizing program reports and proposals as needed.
• Accurately perform financial administration tasks (check requests, sub-award approval level, PAM, vendor RFP, etc.). Develop a sound understanding of the purpose and reason for each required task consistent with policies.
• Reconcile transaction reports and update cost projections in coordination with HQ PO and PD.
• Oversee sub awardee relationship management and reporting.
• Regularly review updates to IREX policies and procedures to ensure financial and program compliance.
• Communicate proactively with staff members and supervisor on project development.
• Develop scope of work and manage progress of Research consultant, STEM Education Consultant and research firm.