Save the Children recruits 01 Education Manager

Education Manager

ROLE PURPOSE

The Education Manager will be responsible for oversight and management of the Rwanda education programme. This will involve overseeing implementation of a high quality, innovative programme. This includes; management and coordination of key staff within the education programme, oversight and accountability for the education budget and programme implementation, on-time reporting to donors and members and external representation within the education sector in Rwanda and with other partners.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

•   Master’s degree in development, education, social science, policy or equivalent fields

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

6 years in progressively responsible leadership roles in education and literacy program development, implementation, and budget holding in International NGO’s sector

Experience leading team and programme

Experience in working and maintaining strong relationships with government agencies and donors

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kinyrwanda

Experience in fund-raising is an added advantage;

Strong multi-tasking capacity and flexibility

Contract length: Open-ended

THE ORGANISATION

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Job description:

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Closing date: 21 May 2019 – 20:59 UTC

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Department: Programme, Development and Quality

Type: Permanent

Schedule: Full-time