Education Project Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a humanitarian organization established in 1946, dedicated to helping people affected by displacement. With a mission to protect the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs), NRC operates in multiple countries around the world, focusing on providing assistance in education, shelter, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and legal aid. The organization is known for its commitment to accountability, innovation, inclusivity, and dedication to the communities it serves. NRC employs thousands of staff globally, working in various challenging environments to deliver essential services and support to vulnerable populations.

Job Overview:
The Education Project Manager will oversee the implementation of education and youth projects, ensuring adherence to NRC policies and guidelines. This role involves managing a team of education project officers and assistants, contributing to the development of education strategies and project proposals, and ensuring high-quality technical implementation of projects. The manager will be responsible for regular reporting on project progress, ensuring that the needs of the most vulnerable participants are met, and exploring innovative ways to enhance project delivery. The position requires collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders, as well as capacity building for project staff to ensure effective service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Education Project Manager will have a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: managing and implementing a portfolio of education projects, providing technical support and capacity building in key areas such as psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support and teacher training, conducting regular field visits for supervision, and assessing capacity-building needs within education teams. The manager will also be responsible for developing training materials, organizing workshops, and facilitating capacity-building initiatives for NRC and partner staff. Additionally, the role includes monitoring and evaluating project activities, suggesting improvements, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements and NRC policies.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of three years of experience in education project implementation within a humanitarian or recovery context. Previous experience in complex and volatile environments, particularly in Darfur, is highly desirable. Applicants should have documented results related to the responsibilities of the position, as well as knowledge of leadership skills and the education context in Sudan. Fluency in both English and Arabic, both written and verbal, is mandatory. Understanding of child protection and psychosocial support principles is also essential.

Educational Background:
A university degree in education or a related field is required, with advanced degrees being an advantage. Significant experience in the field of education, particularly in humanitarian settings, is crucial for this role.

Experience:
The position requires at least three years of relevant experience in education project implementation, particularly in humanitarian or recovery contexts. Experience working in complex and volatile environments, especially in Darfur, is considered an added value. Candidates should also have experience in training and capacity building for others.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve working in insecure environments. The NRC emphasizes the importance of performance management, and the employee will be accountable for their responsibilities and competencies as outlined in the NRC Performance Management Manual. Specific details regarding contract duration, seniority level, and compensation are not provided in the job ad.