The Lead District Coordinator will work with stakeholders at the districts/municipal and community level to support the implementation of the Project’s activities to support learning outcomes for out of school and in-school student. The Lead District Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating quality programming and results, financial management and compliance, stakeholder and partner relations, and donor deliverables at the district and community level.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications & Experience

• Educated to degree level or equivalent and holding relevant professional qualifications.
• Excellent knowledge of methods and channels for engaging with a wide range of stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds.
• Previous experience delivering CBE
• A comprehensive knowledge of good communications and engagement practice and of how to translate practice into innovative and effective solutions.
• 4 years of experience of working in community engagement and/or communications, and on educational projects.

Key skills & Competencies

• Skills in community organization and meeting facilitation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and other ICT skills
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and with multi- and interdisciplinary teams
• Must have valid Motorbike license and experience in ridding in rough terrain
• Proficiency in reading and speaking any of the following languages: Akuapem Twi, Asanti Twi, Ewe, Dangme, Ga.
• Should be familiar with the culture of project districts
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to engage and build relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to prioritise in the face of competing demands, and proven success in delivering work personally (and through others) to tight deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, enabling the post holder to influence at all levels and to work effectively as part of a team.
• Computer literacy enabling the effective use of the Microsoft suite of packages including Outlook.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other experienced professionals including school principals, assistant principals, teachers, and other colleagues.
• Ability to maintain discretion regarding confidential matters.

Personal Attributes

• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under little or no supervision for long hours
• Good team player and a forward-looking person

Desirable

• University degree in Education
• Teaching experience
• Accreditation in school leadership and teacher training
• Experience in Inclusive education in the education sector in Ghana in mainstream and non-mainstream settings
• Experience providing capacity building to Primary and Junior High School teachers
• Familiarity with primary teaching, pedagogy and assessment frameworks
• Experience with the state education system/curricula in Ghana.
• Proven experience in curriculum design for English and Maths and gender-specific training