Education Officer
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | January 17, 2025 |
Category |
Education / Teaching
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Currency | UGX |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
About PEAS:
PEAS is a not-for-profit organization committed to expanding access to inclusive, quality secondary education in Sub-Saharan Africa. With 38 schools in Uganda and Zambia and partnerships supporting over 200,000 young people, PEAS focuses on transforming education in marginalized communities.
Job Title:
Education Officer
Key Responsibilities:
1. Professional Development:
o Design training frameworks and resources for teachers, school leaders, and support officers.
o Implement professional development programs using a Trainer of Trainers model.
2. Curriculum Implementation:
o Support the rollout of competency-based curricula in Zambia.
o Develop tools, schemes, and assessments for curriculum implementation.
3. Education Priorities:
o Contribute to structured pedagogy programs and school improvement initiatives in government schools.
o Collaborate on education roadmaps for Uganda and Zambia.
4. Fundraising & Communications:
o Assist in proposal writing and external communications, including reports and presentations.
Key Qualifications:
• Teaching experience with a focus on improving student learning outcomes.
• Understanding of best practices in education, leadership, and teacher development.
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa and strong written/verbal communication skills in English.
Personal Attributes:
• Resilient, adaptable, and professional under pressure.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and detail-oriented.
• Genuine interest in global education trends and research.
Compensation:
• Competitive salary.
• Location flexibility (blend of remote and office-based work in Uganda, Zambia, Ghana, or the UK).
Applying Instructions
1. Complete the online application form here.
2. Email your CV.
3. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the process may close earlier if a high volume of suitable candidates is received.
For questions or support during the application process