World Learning - QITABI-2, Program Associate

World Learning – QITABI -2: Program Associate

Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” QITABI-2 Program

Background

USAID’s “Quality Instruction towards Access and Basic Education Improvement” (QITABI -2) is a five-year program seeking to improve learning outcomes for all students in public primary schools in Lebanon. Its activity targets an estimated 200,000 girls and boys, including those who are registered in second shifts of public schools.

World Learning has an immediate vacancy for a Beirut-based “Program Associate” for the USAID-funded Quality Instruction Towards Access and Basic Education Improvement (QITABI-2) in Lebanon.

To apply: Please send your resume to recruitment@qitabi.org  with the post title on the subject line along with a cover letter (in English) explaining why you are best qualified for this position. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible.

Scope and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

Reporting to the World Learning Math Specialist in Lebanon, the Program Associate will work closely with QITABI 2 technical team will Support in the programmatic, logistic and administrative aspects of the project. More specifically, he will:

• Provide daily administrative support by creating calendars, scheduling appointments for internal and external events;
• Provide logistical support and coordinating field visits’ arrangements;
• Record and draft meeting minutes and other correspondence;
• Prepare briefing and program materials;
• Maintain data files (electronically and manually) and manage internal databases
• Facilitate the implementation of activities upon request and assist in the related follow-up and reporting;
• Support in preparing research material related to Mathematics;
• Participate in internal workshops and working groups, as requested or assigned;
• Contribute to the development of quarterly program reports;
• Represent WL/Project at meetings and conferences, relevant to the subject and themes of the portfolio when needed;
• Other related tasks as assigned.

 Required Qualifications:

• BA in Education, Math, Engineering and other related fields
• At least 1 year of experience in coordination in similar educational programs
• Previous experience with a non-profit organization, with International NGO is preferred
• Proven strong written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic
• Ability to work as a team player and adapt to quick changing situations
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational ability
• Computer and Internet proficiency, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint

World Learning is an equal employment opportunity committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce