Education Technical Assistant Ukraine Chernihiv/Shostka

negotiable / YEAR Expired 2 months ago
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JOB DETAIL

This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Ukraine. Please note that we
are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication,
innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and
relationships.

1. Role and responsibilities

The purpose of the assistant position is to assist in the day-to-day implementation of the education project. Education assistants will support all field-level operations including school improvement, Better Learning Program BLP, and possible youth interventions in Kiev AO.

Generic responsibilities

  • Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines, with strict adherence to the Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding policies.
  • Assist a range of support with the implementation of the Education CC portfolio according to plan of action.
  • Implement and monitor project activities upon workplan under coordination of Education Coordinator.
  • Responsible for organizing and delivery of tasks in line with priorities and standards.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of the specialist area of work in which technical assistance and support are being provided, in order to be most effective in supporting the team.
  • Use initiative in day-to-day problem-solving in line with agreed procedures, priorities, and standards for the area of work
  • Prepare and develop status reports as required by management.
  • Promote and share ideas for improvement in your area of expertise.
  • Ensure proper filing of documents.
  • Promote the rights of refugees, IDPs, returnees, and the host community in line with SPERE and INEE Minimum Standards

Specific responsibilities

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  • To assist in the implementation of education activities under the direction of the Education Coordinator.
  • Provide support to NRC school improvement, BLP, youth, and catch-up activities in line with NRC quality standards.
  • Ensure direct communication and feedback with beneficiaries and relevant host communities.
  • Ensure ongoing monitoring and reporting of projects at the field level.
  • Organize, and support teacher training, education personnel training, and training of trainers (ToT) training on subjects including teacher wellbeing, child protection, and psycho-social support.
  • Regularly travel to the field to support education, recreation, and psycho-social support (PSS) activities.
  • Participate in assessments (design, data collection, and data storage).
  • Organize and follow up on school improvement activities in coordination with the Shelter team and other relevant NRC Core Competencies. 9. Identify community-based organizations / other local organizations for potential PSS/Mental Health/catch-up and youth partnerships and support the coordination.
  • Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager.

2. Competencies

Professional competencies:

  • Experience working in the education sector in Ukraine.
  • Experience working in a humanitarian/emergency context is an asset.
  • Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts; ability to remain calm and professional in tense situations.
  • Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian, both written and verbal required; intermediate English language skills required.
  • Solid computer skills, including MS Word, Outlook and Excel required.
  • Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work diligently both independently and in a team setting
  • Good understanding of the education system in Ukraine. Knowledge of the Education in Emergencies context is preferred
  • Understanding of the circumstances, needs and challenges trauma-affected children face
  • Understanding of the role of education in meeting the needs of trauma-affected children
  • Understanding of SPHERE and/or INEE minimum standards
  • Knowledge of the basics of Child Protection and/or psychosocial support
  • Experience working with children and/or educators; MoE-level experience a plus
  • Experience in community mobilization and/or relationship building
  • Candidates with a university and/or advanced degree preferred

Behavioural competencies

  • Handling insecure environments
  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect (especially when dealing with affected communities)
Chernihiv, Ukraine
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