The Field Education Officer 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 Field Education Officers will be responsible for coordinating quality programming and results, financial management and compliance, stakeholder and partner relations, and donor deliverables at community level.

They will coordinate the establishment of Accelerated Learning Programme and school Remedial sessions in the region. He/she is responsible for Community Engagement and Monitoring and reporting activities in selected communities within the district. The post-holders will be based in North East Region (East Mamprusi ; Bunkprugu ; Yunyoo Nassuan ; Chereponi) or  Savanna region (East Gonja ; Sawla Tuna Kalba ; Bole) and travel to project communities where the project operates for approximately 90% of her/his time

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/ High National Diploma (HND) in a relevant area e.g. Community Development, Development Studies, Social Studies. A degree in Education a relevant area would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and other ICT skills
• Previous experience delivering CBE

Key skills & Competencies

• Skills in community organization and meeting facilitation
• 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
• Ability to speak dominant language in project district

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.