Education Officer (Nfe) - Qobayat

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration. Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon. Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa: Education Officer ROLE PURPOSE: Will be responsible for the implementation of the Education in Emergencies programme under the supervision of the Education Coordinator. The Education Officer will work to ensure the programme is of a high technical quality, that monitoring processes are in place, that timely reporting occurs, and that the programme is continually assessed and solutions quickly put in place should there be a change of context.   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Programme Implementation Support Ensure timely and quality implementation of the Education in Emergency components, particularly non-formal education programmes, providing technical assistance as needed. With the Education in Emergencies team, ensure the establishment and implementation of operational work plans, setting clear targets and activity plans per school/programme site. Communicate the targets, programme objectives and activity plans clearly to the education team as well as to teachers, parents and children, ensuring they are well understood. Liaise on a daily basis with partners, communities (relevant authorities, parents-teachers associations), schools (directors, teachers etc.) and the Save the Children Education Coordinator and Assistants to guarantee the smooth operation of the programme. Conduct awareness sessions with families and other stakeholders in the programme location and set up community mechanisms to ensure their support of the non-formal education programme. Ensure regular monitoring, data collection and reporting of activities is done. Lead on outreach activities and awareness sessions for children, adolescents, parents, education personnel and communities at large, and assist in the implementation and facilitation of trainings and workshops. Facilitate, collect and report information regarding the overall situation of the Syrian refugee children and their families in the community, with specific attention paid to the programme targeted children and programme objectives. When required, work directly in the field with children, families and other stakeholders of the assigned programme location, providing information and advising beneficiaries on existing education activities and other social services, referring them to partners when required. Ensure a strict adherence to the principles of Child Protection at all times, including respect for confidentiality and a child centred approach and to act in the best interests of the child.   Monitoring and Evaluation Lead the monitoring and evaluation process of the Education in Emergencies activities. Produce timely reports for internal use on the activities in each site/school, highlighting challenges, best practices and lessons learnt. Ensure that data is accurately collected by the education team on a weekly and monthly basis. Regularly visit programme sites to ensure that partners, teachers and the community at large are appropriately supported and that qualitative and quantitative programme objectives are achieved.   Adherence to Save the Children policies and procedures Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures. In agreement with your line manager, perform other duties within reason (in line with your skills and experience).     SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability: Is accountable for the implementation of the Education in Emergency activities under the supervision of the Education Coordinator. Holds him/herself accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently and achieves and role models Save the Children’s values. Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved. Ambition: Sets ambitious and challenging goals for him/herself (and his/her team), takes responsibility for his/her own personal development and encourages others to do the same. Widely shares Save the Children’s vision and engages and motivates others. Is future orientated and thinks strategically. Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships, with his/her team, colleagues, beneficiaries, external partners and supporters. Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength. Is approachable, a good listener and can communicate well. Creativity: Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions. Is willing to take disciplined risks. Integrity: Is honest, encourages openness and transparency.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE At least three years’ experience in education, preferably in an (I)NGO environment or educational setting. Prior teaching experience is an asset. Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development/Humanitarian Studies, Social Science or Information Management.  Excellent computer skills; knowledge of excel and other data entry programmes. Demonstrated ability to analyse a wide range of qualitative and quantitative data and to develop data bases and data collection tools. An understanding of formal and non-formal education, national development issues, in particular in relation to children and education, of government institutions and the Lebanese public school system. Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to plan strategically. Proven track record in managing teams and timely and quality delivery of (education) programmes. Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English. French language skills are an asset. Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work in an insecure volatile context. Commitment  to  and  understanding  of  Save  the  Children’s  aims,  values  and principles  including rights-based approaches. Familiarity with Akkar area is an asset.   APPLICATION PROCESS  Please note that the closing date for applications is: October 10 th, 2014   The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process. STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •           Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •           Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •           CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •           Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •           Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •           Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to Lebanonhrq@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.   Note that this post is based in Qobayat (Akkar), with frequent field visits to education sites all over Akkar District.