Education Officer in El Meten

Red Oak is a humanitarian, developmental and cultural non-profit organization established in Lebanon in 2017. Red Oak is committed to a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative approach to protecting and educating vulnerable populations in Lebanon. This includes children at risk, survivors of violence, exploitation, and abuse and their caregivers, women and girls, and persons with disabilities. Our approach stands out for its holistic and inclusive methodology, using art as a powerful catalyst for change.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the planning, development, and delivery of educational activities, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Supervise, mentor, and support educators, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of educators, providing feedback to enhance program delivery.
• Develop lesson plans, workshops, and educational materials in collaboration with the educators and partners.
• Ensure that both physical and remote learning activities meet the needs of different age groups and abilities.

• Track student attendance, progress, and engagement, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting.
• Conduct regular assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of educational activities and adjust as needed.
• Ensure that pre- and post-tests are conducted, analyzed, and documented.
• Report on project challenges, successes, and recommendations to the Program Manager.

• Coordinate schedules, tasks, and roles for the team of educators to ensure smooth project implementation.
• Organize and facilitate training and capacity-building sessions for educators.
• Conduct regular team meetings to promote communication and collaboration.
• Foster a positive working environment, promoting teamwork and professional development among educators.

• Lead outreach efforts to identify beneficiaries and assess community needs in coordination with the team.
• Organize and conduct awareness sessions for caregivers to enhance their involvement in their children’s education.
• Oversee the distribution of learning materials and ensure effective use by students.
• Track and follow up on referrals for children needing additional support services.
• Conduct field visits, including to collective shelters, to monitor program activities and engage with the community.

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, including child protection and safeguarding standards.
• Collaborate with other departments, volunteers, and partners to align activities with organizational goals.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and training sessions as required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in the education sector, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven experience working in NGOs or social organizations focused on education, child development, or community outreach.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and delivering educational programs (in-person and remote) for children from diverse and vulnerable backgrounds.
• Strong experience in mentoring and leading teams, with a focus on professional development.
• Familiarity with managing student data, attendance, and reporting using digital tools like Excel and Word.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (a master’s degree is a plus).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor and support a diverse team of educators.
• Proficiency in planning and managing physical and remote learning activities.
• Digital literacy, especially in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to promoting children’s well-being and academic success.

Red Oak believes in diversity and invites candidates to apply regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership status, or ethnic and national origins, etc.