Technical Advisor – Primary Education in Crisis Activity in Ethiopia

  • Full-time

Company Description

Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world.

EDC promotes equity and access to high quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work. 

Job Description

Project Description

This Primary Education in Crisis Activity in Ethiopia will meet children’s essential demand for education in Ethiopia. The Activity’s purpose is: Improved learning outcomes, wellbeing, and systems resilience for most vulnerable primary school age children affected by crises in Ethiopia. Achievement of this objective is an essential ingredient for Ethiopia’s long-term stability and economic growth. This Activity will benefit from the robust partnership between USAID and The LEGO Foundation, as it is designed to be co-funded from both organizations. In addition to co-funding, the Activity will draw on the extensive expertise of both organizations in foundational skills and playful learning. 

Position Description

Technical Advisor will provide technical support for the activity based on the latest evidence and best practices in education in emergencies and ECCE. S/he will jointly oversee and support the achievement of intermediate results as stipulated in the activity results Framework. The Technical Advisor will report to the COP.

Qualifications

Education:

Masters Degree or higher in education, humanitarian assistance, international development, or related field.

Skills and Experience:

  • Regional experience is preferred.
  • Minimum ten (10) years of demonstrated relevant experience that includes substantial experience working in education in crisis and conflict contexts AND early childhood care and education programs.

Language:

Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.