ECE Consultant - Principal Investigator

Ana Aqra Association, in collaboration with CRDP, seeks an ECE Consultant – Principal Investigator to lead a national research study on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), school readiness, and transitioning. The PI will design methodology, oversee data collection, ensure rigor and ethics, and synthesize findings into policy outputs. 

The main tasks to be completed by the consultant include but are not limited to:

·       Design and present an inception report with methodology, sampling, culturally relevant tools, and ethical safeguards.

·       Lead and oversee high-quality data collection (quantitative and qualitative), ensuring rigor and alignment with ECE standards and child protection principles.

·       Guide research-policy dialogues with CRDP, MEHE, and stakeholders to validate findings and align recommendations.

·       Synthesize and interpret evidence into a Final Research Report and policy brief.

·       Ensure dissemination of findings to inform ECE curricula, transition policies, and advocacy efforts.

Educational Background

·       PHD in education, special education, or other social paramedical field with special focus on early childhood development, early childhood education and curriculum design.

·       Project Management degree or certification is preferred.

Previous Experience

·       At least 10 years of « professional » and / or « higher education » experience in early childhood development, early childhood education and
curriculum design.

·       Proficiency assessing and designing curriculum for early childhood education.

·       Proven experience with donor-funded projects is strongly preferred.

·       Solid Knowledge and experience ECE, including nurturing care framework and care for child development approach.

·       Solid knowledge and experience in Preschool Learning Foundations, and Curriculum Frameworks.

·       Solid Experience of ECD/ECE programs in national and international context. 

·       Proven experience with public sector is a plus.

·       Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.

·       Familiarity with the political and institutional context of the country.

Languages

·       Fluency in written and spoken Arabic, English and French.

Behavioral Skills        

·      Timeliness and ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

·      Ability to cope with pressure and mitigate challenges.

·      Ability to convey complex information in a structured manner.

·      Proven ability to work with a working team of diversified backgrounds.

·      Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

·      Strong analytical and presentation skills.

·      Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.

Technical and computer skills

·      Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.

·      Competence in designing, implementing, and evaluating educational research.

·      Advanced digital literacy, particularly MS Office and statistical tools.

Ana Aqra Association is committed to a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. All staff must sign and adhere to the organization's Code of Conduct, AAP and PSEA Policy.