Area Education Officer (Nla)

(A)    Ensures the delivery of quality basic education services to refugee students enrolled at schools in the area so that the academic potential of each child is realized and the overall school academic achievement level is improved; provides technical supervision and guidance to all School Principals and Deputy School Principals within his/her area; develops and maintains a safe and stimulating learning environment within the area through the ongoing development of respect, discipline and morale among Teachers, School Principals, Deputy School Principals, staff, students and parents; (B)    Manages the performance and behavior of School Principals and Deputy School Principals assigned to schools in their respective area against standards including the development of individual and school goals and objectives, the provision of authoritative feedback and follow-up based on the extent of their achievement and the prioritization of awards and training needs within the schools in his/her area; (C)    Develops and maintains positive and supportive relationships with the community leaders, NGOs, government institutions and other relevant organizations through effective communication and action as appropriate; (D)   Oversees the co-ordination of provision of support services (remedial teaching, psycho-social counseling, medical referral and special needs) to under-performing and misbehaving students in his/her area and the liaison between student, teaching staff, support specialists and parents to effectively address issues identified; (E)    Ensures the effective and efficient administration of the staff, students and premises, equipment and supplies within the schools in his/her area in accordance with UNRWA guidelines; inspects school premises, furniture and other equipment in the schools within his/her area to ensure they are being used in accordance with Agency standards; (F)    Performs such other duties as may be assigned.