Project Manager/Team Leader

Job Description

Project Description

The Government of South Sudan, through the Ministry of Finance and Planning in collaboration with both the Ministry of General Education and Instruction (MoGEI), and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MoHEST), has received grant from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing of project entitled “Building skills for Human Capital Development in South Sudan (BSHCDSS)”- P178654. MoGEI intends to apply part of the grant proceeds to hire a consulting firm (or group/association of firms) to provide technical assistance in the development, piloting and roll-out of teacher training for pre-service training and in-service professional development. The hired firm will work with focal points at MoGEI in the Directorate of Teacher Development and Management Service, National Curriculum Development Centre and Directorate of National and Foreign Languages.

The consulting services include: to develop a comprehensive teacher training package, including (i) strengthening existing pre-service teacher training, (ii) strengthening in-service training for certified and uncertified/volunteer teachers, with a focus on a structured pedagogy approach (focused on foundational literacy and numeracy), and (iii) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for teachers.

Position Description

EDC is seeking a Project Manager/Team Leader to lead the team and provide overall management of development of a comprehensive teacher training package; overall project management and coordination; liaising with MoGEI-Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and other stakeholders and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

This opportunity is contingent upon award by the donor.

Candidates shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

Master’s Degree in Education, International Development, Project Management, or related field from a recognized university.

Skills and Experience:

• Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2), preferred.
• Knowledge of education sector development and reform processes in developing countries.
• Specialization in Curriculum Development for Teacher Training is an added advantage.
• Familiar with National and International Teacher Assessment Standards. 
• Computer skills in MS Office and project management software.
• 10 years of professional experience, 7 years of which should have been in leading and managing curriculum development and implementation for teacher training in developing countries (preferably in post-conflict settings).
• Proven track record of working on similar projects aligned with best international standards.
• Experience managing large-scale projects with education ministries and development partners.
• Experience in overseeing curriculum development for teacher training and associated implementation is an advantage. 

Language:

Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.

EDC is a smoke-free workplace

About the Organization

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. Established in 1958, EDC designs, delivers and evaluates innovative programs to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges in education, health, and economic opportunity. Our services include research, training, educational materials, and strategy, with activities ranging from seed projects to large-scale national and international initiatives.