The DCOP will oversee the technical work of the activity with a particular focus on institutionalizing the Foundational Skills Package in collaboration with the Ministry of Education (MoE). S/he will be the primary liaison with the central MoE working directly with the Permanent Secretary for Education Services. S/he will co-lead and oversee data review meetings at national, provincial and district levels. As decentralization rolls out, s/he will lead support for integration of project activities. S/he will oversee the work of developing the standardized assessments and will coordinate the work of the Regional Managers. S/he will work closely with the MoE to adapt and implement policy changes based on data from activities.

Education:

Master’s degree in education, social sciences, or any other relevant field.

Skills and Experience:

• S/he will have at least 10 years’ progressively responsible experience leading technical work, with a particular focus on working with education programs.
• S/he will demonstrate excellent diplomatic skills and the ability to motivate and persuade teams.
• Experience implementing an education program in a developing country, preferably in Zambia or Southern Africa, is highly desired.

Language:

Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.