JOB OPENING

Technical Specialist – EiE

Save The Children in Bangladesh invites interested and potential candidates to apply for the above-mentioned position. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. Minimum requirements will be flexible for the potential female candidates.

The Opportunity

The Technical Specialist – Education in Emergency (EiE) plays a vital role in ensuring the successful implementation of donor-funded EiE projects in Cox's Bazar. This position involves overseeing technical aspects, conducting field visits, providing training, coordinating with partners, and supporting resource mobilization efforts. The Technical Specialist focuses on maintaining program quality, compliance, and timely delivery while fostering innovation and collaboration with stakeholders to achieve program objectives.

The Technical Specialist- EiE will support the Project Manager through overseeing different donors funded EiE project activities in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps and host community, with a focus on (1) technical aspects of assigned project for excellent program implementation, including timely intervention according to plan (2) frequent field visits in order to provide regular technical supports and monitor program activities according to the plan  (3) technical support in delivery of training & capacity building activities, developing training packages and modules, S/he will also provide day-to-day oversight of  the project(s) and coordinate between SCI and implementing partners. (4) S/he will actively involve in proposal development and resource mobilization team for ensuring funding for the origination’s financial sustainability. (5) Coordination with different departments of SCI for developing integrated project proposal, donor report, concept note, one pager etc. (6) Maintain liaison with different international and national stakeholders, donors as per the instruction of Project Manager. (7) Support Manager for Quality project operations, reporting and compliance issues through technical guidance and smooth implementation of education program. (8) Generate ideas, innovation and knowledge generation contributing program as new initiative in accordance with the defined Program Quality Criteria. (9) Represent SCI at Government Offices, PNGOs and others Stakeholder and keep coordination with Country Office and relevant bodies and networks. (10) S/he will actively monitor Education activities with as per Education Sector guidelines, ensuring projects technical interventions/activities are delivered on time and on budget, and that delays or issues with implementation are flagged immediately, and corrective actions are taken.

Qualifications and Experience

  • At least 5 years of relevant working experience in development or humanitarian setting, preferably in Education and Education in Emergency (EiE) program working experience, in emergency response experience will be given priorities
  • Advanced knowledge of pedagogy, material development, conducting training and module development, Govt. Pre-primary curriculum, Education policy. A clear understanding of the Rohingya response situation of the country, education in emergency, technology-based education, formal and non-formal Education theories and practices etc.
  • Excellent attention to detail and Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people.
  • Proven experience in computer operation in MS Office especially PowerPoint presentation preparation skills.
  • Excellent communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills in English, with experience interacting with multicultural teams.
  • Master’s Degree, preferably in Education/Social Science/Development Studies and other relevant faculties.

Contract Type: Regular
Job Location: Cox’s Bazar
No. of vacancies: 01 (One)

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit:

 https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/3568/
 
Application deadline: October 01, 2023

Only short listed candidates will be invited for interview
‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce’

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

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