Job Vacancy at Plan International

Position 1: Education Officer

About Plan International:
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization dedicated to advancing children’s rights and promoting equality for girls. With over 85 years of experience, we operate in more than 80 countries, striving to tackle the root causes of challenges faced by girls and vulnerable children.

The Opportunity:

The Education Officer will be responsible for the assessment, response analysis, design, and implementation of the education components of integrated project emergency responses. This role involves coordinating with the Emergency Response team and relevant technical sectors to ensure an effective and timely response to immediate child education issues, while also considering longer-term needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and analyze educational needs in emergencies.
• Design and implement education components in response to emergencies.
• Coordinate with other team members and stakeholders, including education clusters.
• Ensure adherence to Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion policies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: B.E. degree in Education, Pedagogy, Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), Psychology, or related fields.
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant work experience in emergency and development programs.
• Technical Skills:
  • Experience mobilizing communities and training ECCE facilitators and school teachers.
  • Knowledge of education and support for preschool children.

Required Skills:

• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Familiarity with educational platforms (e.g., e-learning software).

Desired Skills:

• Team building and leadership.

How to Apply:

• Application Deadline: September 07, 2024.
• Eligibility: This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals who are eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.

Application Process:

• Qualified candidates should submit their applications using the links provided in the official job posting.

Important Notes:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• CVs must be sent through the indicated links; applications sent via email will not be accepted.
• Early applications are encouraged as review will occur throughout the advertising period.

Encouragement for Female Candidates:

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

For more information about Plan International, please visit Plan International.