Internal/ External Vacancy Announcement

         INTRODUCTION

JOB SUMMARY:

The Education Programme Manager is expected to plan, budget, implement and report on advocacy for post MDGS regarding children affected by low learning outcome and inequitable access to education which is supported by the Hewlett project. S/he is also responsible for developing strong external relations, including those working on Post MDGs at national, Africa region and multilateral organizations. He/she is expected to produce and communicate with high quality advocacy messages based on evidences and research findings regarding issues of learning outcome and equitable access to education in Ethiopia. The education manager is responsible for reporting to donor on the outcomes of advocacy work done.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least Bachelor degree in Education, sociology, social anthropology, English language and with extensive experience in advocacy.

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in a development environment, particularly education project

• Experience managing a portfolio of multiple projects, including research and advocacy.

• Strong policy analysis and policy engagement experience. Proven representation, influencing and advocacy skills and experience.

• Strong analytical and writing skills with demonstrated ability to write briefing papers (ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner) and targeted advocacy messages.

• Experience working with government partners, with partner agencies, including local partners, and civil society

• An understanding of child rights programming and commitment to Save the Children values

• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures

• Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload

• Excellent spoken and written English

• Good computer skills (particularly Excel, Word, ppt and publisher and desktop publishing)

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements should send CV (maximum of 3 pages) along with a cover letter (one page) as a single document on ethiojobs.net by indicating the code number of the vacancy; or through www.ethiojobs.net or Save the Children; P.O. Box 387; Addis Ababa; Ethiopia. . All applications should be received on or before November 17, 2014.

Note that copies of transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters should not be included with the application. You will provide them upon request.

In candidate selection, Save the Children is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities.

Save the Children has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. Any candidate offered a job with Save the Children will be expected to adhere to these policies.

Note: All travel costs should be covered by the applicant if invited for written exam or interview.