Chemonic International Inc., a Leading International Development Firm based in Washington, D.C. (www.chemonics.com seeks candidates to fill the below position on an anticipated basic education project funded by the U.S. Agency for international Development (USAID), Positions may be based in Abuja or in northern state including Buachi, Sokoto, Zamfara, Kano, Jigawa, Kebbi and katsina.
Position: Stat-Level Program Directors
(5 years leadership experience on donor projects plus relevant education-sector background
- Senior Level Specialists in the following area
- Curriculum reform at basic education level
- Community outreach to promote basic education
- Organizational development
- Basic education in reading
- Teacher education (pre-service and in-service)
- Education leadership and management
- Education monitory and evaluation
- Education services for orphans and vulnerable children
- Project outreach and communications
Genera Qualifications:
- Advanced degree, bachelors or higher, in education-related major required;
- Demonstrated relevant experience in basic education (minimum 5 years);
- Knowledge of the Nigerian education system, preferably in the northern states;
- Experience working with federal and state education institutions in Nigeria;
- Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred;
- Outstanding leadership, management, and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to conceptualize and lead technical programming and activities ;
- Fluency in English (written and verbal) required; proficiency in a second language a plus.
Method of application
To apply, please email cover letters and a CV (as attachments) to nigeriaeducation@gmail.com. Please specify position(s) being applied for in the subject line. Applications are due by July 16th, 2012 but will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer,
