Sr. Education Officer (Re Announced)

About the Company

Watan Development and Initiative Organization is a non-governmental, nonprofit, non-partisan, and independent organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting communities through sustainable development, promoting social justice, and enhancing the well-being of individuals and families. Since its establishment in 2014, we have worked tirelessly towards poverty alleviation, economic empowerment, education and skill development, health and well-being, gender equality, women's empowerment, agriculture and livestock development, and environmental sustainability. Our goal is to improve living conditions, provide quality education and essential skills to individuals, enhance community health and well-being, promote gender equality, increase agricultural productivity, and foster environmental sustainability.

With a passionate team of over seven hundred individuals and a strong network of partners and supporters, we strive to bring about positive change by preserving and celebrating cultural diversity and heritage, fostering social cohesion, and promoting cross-cultural understanding and respect. We ensure program effectiveness and accountability through continuous monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven approaches. Our commitment to integrity, sustainability, accountability, innovation, empowerment, advocacy, and respect for diversity guides our efforts as we address pressing challenges such as poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, environmental conservation, women's empowerment, child welfare, and sustainable development. Through innovative programs, advocacy efforts, and community engagement, Watan Development and Initiative Organization is at the forefront of driving sustainable solutions and empowering individuals to create a better future.

WDIO is nationally based in Kabul and maintains field operations through five regional offices, with over ninety-seven staff members, located in Kabul, Bamiyan & Logar (Center-Region), Ghor & Herat (West-Region), Nangarhar, Laghman & Kunar (East-region), Takhar & Badakhshan (North-Region), and Kandahar (South-Region).

Our Value:

WDIO is committed to applying a ‘zero tolerance’ policy towards acts of sexual exploitation and abuse by its personnel. In 2003, the United Nations Secretary-General issued a Bulletin on “Special measures for protection from sexual exploitation and sexual abuse” (ST/SGB/2003/13) (“the Bulletin”). To support the system-wide implementation of the zero-tolerance policy, the Director-General has decided to adopt the standards of conduct and provisions on PSEA set by the Bulletin, adjusted as necessary, to be applied by WDIO personnel, as follows.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Sr. Education Officer is responsible for implementing the education activities, including but not limited to Alternative Education/ GPE for targeted beneficiaries, community mobilization, teaching and managerial skill development for school teachers, and directing beneficiaries/students to receive their need-based education. Under the overall technical and administrative direction of the Education Project Manager/ Education Specialist, assist in project planning and implementation, including school assessment, teacher recruitment, and teacher training.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake training needs assessments for project staff and teachers with the assistance of Project Teacher Trainers in the province.
• Develop & organize on-the-job refresher training to address any gaps and build the capacity of individuals and departments targeted by the project.
• Design training for the beneficiaries following the approved proposal of the projects.
• Evaluate regularly the impact of all conducted training.
• Coordinate the monitoring of the activities according to the approved activities schedule.
• Producing initial reports of the activities and sharing these reports on time.
• Keep a record of the project by doing the proper data collection and filing it accordingly.
• Assist in the recruitment of Teachers and project field staff in coordination with PED and relevant policies.
• Coordination with relevant government departments in the province, including the provincial education department, district education departments, and the department of the economy.
• Keep a perfect record and filing system of the project activities and do the proper data collection.
• Supporting the unit head in the implementation of another educational project.
• Conduct field visits to WDIO-targeted areas.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly result-based progressive reports to the relevant line Ministry of Education and clusters.
• Inspire staff to excel in their jobs while also achieving goals and meeting deadlines.
• Preparing and coordinating daily plans and activities that contribute to the objective of the project.
• Regular and on-demand field visits to the project site.
• On-time reporting of the overall activities being undertaken at the field level to the supervisor.
• Monitoring and supervision of the activities at the field level and sharing the findings with the Project manager and relevant staff for improvement.
• Ensure and oversee structured training evaluation mechanisms, utilizing assessments to enhance training approaches at both national and provincial levels.
• Monitor and support Provincial-Level Master Training cascades, ensuring implementation fidelity and effectiveness.
• Plan and conduct field visits to implementation areas, provide technical assistance to staff, and raise findings in feedback sessions. Achievements from these visits should be reflected in reports shared with the program head, including required instructions or support needs.
• Facilitate technical orientation sessions (in person or virtual) to ensure quality implementation of technical activities.
• Oversee the training, assessments, observation data collection process, analysis, and reporting, ensuring proper file organization.
• Support the provincial manager in developing the annual program report for donors.
• Oversee the technical filing systems, ensuring they are well-organized by soft and hard recording standards.
• Any other tasks assigned by his line supervisor or the Education Specialist and accountable to the senior management.

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Educational Management& Leadership (Teacher Education, School Improvement/School Effectiveness), development studies, social science, and related fields.

At least 4 years of specific related experience.

Good communication skills, particularly in the local language (Dari/Pashtu)

Speaking and writing ability in English

Good knowledge of the Child education system in Afghanistan

Having experience working with Government and non-government organizations

Ensure reports and other reports from concerned supervisors with qualitative and quantitative information.

Skill of implementing activities in coordination with the District Education Department, other Govt officials, local elected bodies, NGOs, project experts, and concerned community members Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Organizational and time management skills are needed to ensure programs are completed by the scheduled time.

Ability to organize and conduct different seminars and workshops for teacher and staff development.

Employee must be able to adjust technical language and presentation skills for audiences of all levels.

Interpersonal skills are needed to work with a variety of people throughout the organization.

Honest judgment for assessing staff performance and capacity building of staff for the smooth implementation of the program.

Ability to work under pressure and be honest and responsible.

Interested applicants could submit their CV and cover letter via link below

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/single/ygpeyLP0