Education Specialist

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• 5 days ago Easy apply Kampala Full Time NGO, NPO & Charity The Education Specialist strengthens the quality, relevance and development of Suyana’s education work in Uganda, while contributing to regional learning and collaboration where relevant. Working closely with the Uganda Country Coordinator, the MEL Officer, the Regional Programmes Manager Africa, and implementing partners, the role supports partners to design, implement and continuously improve high-quality education programmes aligned with national priorities and Suyana’s integrated development approach. Min Qualification: Bachelors

Expérience

Senior level Experience Length:

• 7 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5

Localisation

Uganda

Profil recherché

Job descriptions & requirements Position Details Duty station: Kampala, Uganda. Contract type: Full-time employment contract. Reports to : Regional Programmes Manager Africa, with day-to-day coordination with the Uganda Country Coordinator, the MEL Officer and other technical experts. Travel: Regular travel to project locations in Uganda and occasional travel within East Africa, especially Rwanda. Expected start date : To be confirmed. Candidate eligibility: Applicants should have the right to work in Uganda, unless otherwise agreed by Suyana. Deadline for Application: 2nd of August About Suyana Foundation The Suyana Foundation is a Swiss non-profit organization founded in 2003. We design and implement long-term, integrated development programmes in Bolivia and Peru and collaborate with trusted local partners in Africa. Suyana began its engagement in Africa in 2021 and currently supports several partner-led initiatives, primarily in Rwanda and Uganda. In Uganda, Suyana currently supports projects implemented by local partners, promoting community empowerment through a holistic approach across health, livelihoods and education. As part of our ambition to strengthen Suyana’s work, we are progressively expanding our technical support, partner accompaniment and programme development capacity in both countries. This approach allows Suyana to deepen its long-term impact by combining strong local partnerships with high-quality technical accompaniment and, where appropriate in the future, the implementation of Suyana-led initiatives that respond to local priorities and needs. Position Summary The Education Specialist strengthens the quality, relevance and development of Suyana’s education work in Uganda, while contributing to regional learning and collaboration where relevant. Working closely with the Uganda Country Coordinator, the MEL Officer, the Regional Programmes Manager Africa and implementing partners, the role supports partners to design, implement and continuously improve high-quality education programmes aligned with national priorities and Suyana’s integrated development approach. The role combines programme design, field support, capacity strengthening, monitoring and learning, proposal development and stakeholder engagement. It requires a practical professional who is comfortable working with partners, schools, communities and education stakeholders. Frequent field presence is expected so that recommendations are grounded in local realities and contribute to quality, inclusion, sustainability and impact. Key Responsibilities Partner Support and Capacity Strengthening Work closely with implementing partners throughout the project cycle and provide practical advice that strengthens delivery and results. Assess partners’ technical capacity and provide coaching, training and practical support to strengthen education systems, teaching practices and programme quality. Facilitate workshops and learning sessions for partner staff, teachers, facilitators, school leaders and community stakeholders. Support partners to adapt education approaches to local contexts while maintaining clear standards for quality, inclusion and safeguarding. Help partners identify and solve implementation challenges in a timely and constructive way. Programme Quality and Design Lead the design and improvement of education initiatives through needs assessments, contextual analysis, programme design workshops and stakeholder consultations. Develop or review theories of change, logical frameworks, indicators, implementation strategies and education budgets. Guide foundational learning, teacher development, learning assessment, learner wellbeing, gender responsive education, inclusive education for children with disabilities, safeguarding and community engagement. Promote equitable access to quality education for all learners, with particular attention to girls, children with disabilities and other vulnerable or marginalised groups. Ensure that education programmes integrate gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) principles across design, implementation and monitoring. Work closely with Suyana’s Health, Livelihoods and other technical specialists to ensure that education activities are well integrated with Suyana’s broader work on health, livelihoods, WASH and community development. Contribute to concept notes, proposals, donor reports and learning products. Maintain regular exchange with Suyana’s Education Specialist in Rwanda to promote practical collaboration and shared learning. Monitoring, Learning and Evidence Use Work with the MEL Officer to ensure education programmes have relevant indicators, monitoring tools and learning processes. Support the use of education data, assessments and feedback to improve programme quality and decision-making. Review monitoring reports, assessment findings and evaluations, identifying lessons, risks and options for adaptation. Contribute to baseline studies, evaluations, reviews and research activities where required. Document and share lessons across projects, partners and countries. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Build and maintain constructive relationships with schools, education authorities, teacher training institutions, local government and relevant networks. Represent Suyana in technical meetings, coordination forums and learning events. Support partners to strengthen their own stakeholder engagement. Monitor education sector priorities and trends, and share relevant information with Suyana teams. Identify opportunities for collaboration, partnership and future programme development. Safeguarding Promote a strong safeguarding culture across all education activities. Apply child safeguarding and child protection standards in school and community-based education settings. Support partners to apply safeguarding standards and report concerns through the appropriate channels. Ensure education activities prioritise the safety, dignity and wellbeing of children, young people and other participants. Profile and Qualifications We are looking for an experienced education professional who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative and practical working style. Personal attributes Hands-on attitude and willingness to work closely with partners, schools and communities. Strong initiative and ability to identify opportunities and solve problems proactively.

Autres informations

Empathy, cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse communities. Excellent teamwork and ability to build trusting relationships.

Compétences requises

Strong communication, facilitation and listening skills. Adaptability and ability to work in changing environments. Commitment to continuous learning, quality improvement, inclusion and safeguarding. Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage several priorities. Technical qualifications University degree in Education, Educational Planning, Pedagogy, Development Studies or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in education programming, including programme design, advisory support or implementation oversight. Strong knowledge of school-based education, foundational learning, teacher development, learning assessment, learner wellbeing, educational inclusion and community engagement. Experience supporting education programmes in partnership with local organisations, schools and communities. Demonstrated commitment to gender equality, social inclusion and safeguarding in education programming. Experience applying child safeguarding and child protection standards in school or community-based education settings. Experience contributing to proposal development, quality assurance, project cycle management and results-based programme design. Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation systems and using evidence to improve programme quality. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of a Ugandan local language is highly desirable. Strong digital literacy, including Microsoft Office and relevant education data or reporting tools. Desirable Master’s degree in Education or a related field. Familiarity with Uganda’s education system, including primary education, school governance structures, district-level education coordination and relevant policy frameworks. Experience supporting integrated, multi-sectoral education programmes, preferably in holistic community development contexts. Experience working in diverse cultural contexts within Uganda. Experience supporting local partner organisations and strengthening their technical systems. What Suyana Offers Opportunity to join a growing organisation investing in East Africa and strengthening its education portfolio. Meaningful role where your expertise contributes to better education opportunities and outcomes. Supportive working culture that values initiative, learning, collaboration and long-term engagement. Opportunities to contribute to partner-led initiatives and to the development of future Suyana-led programmes. Fair and competitive compensation package reflecting experience, responsibility and local conditions. Please Note: All applications and inquiries must go strictly through BrighterMonday Uganda . Any applicant who attempts to contact Suyana directly through any means will be instantly disqualified from the selection process. How to Apply: All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section About BrighterMonday Consulting BrighterMonday Consulting, a recruitment company based in Kampala, is actively looking to fill 9 mid-level positions across Accounting, Auditing & Finance, Management & Business Development, and Sales. These roles require candidates with 0-5 years of experience, with some opportunities also suitable for those with up to 10 years in the field. Log In and Apply Important safety tips Do not make any payment without confirming with the BrighterMonday Customer Support Team. If you think this advert is not genuine, please report it via the Report Job link below. Report Job