RTI International
is set to recruit for various Graduate Positions. We are an
independent, non-profit organization dedicated to conducting
innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human
condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers
innovative research and development and multidisciplinary service.
RTI International is recruiting for the following job positions for an early grade learning program in Nigeria
1.) Deputy Project Director (based in Abuja)
Responsibilities
Selected candidates will supervise
the day-to-day management of the program, support staff in implementing
technical components, and oversee general office operations and
financial management.
Qualifications:
Master's or Higher Degree in a
related field with 12 years of relevant experience managing development
programs, preferably in the education sector; demonstrated experience
supporting Nigerian education institutions in improving the country's
education system; prior experience managing large-scale projects of US
$20 million or more, and familiarity with USAID management policies,
procedures and reporting requirements a must.
2.) Senior Education Quality Advisor (based in Abuja)
Responsibilities
Selected candidates will provide
overall technical leadership of activities related to improving early
grade reading in early primary grades. She/he will provide oversight of
content and materials development for teacher training and
professional development activities, as well as teacher evaluation and
student assessment.
Qualifications:
Maters Degree (Ph.D
preferred), with at least 10 years of experience in primary-level
teacher education; extensive experience working with the Nigeria
education system at various levels; experience managing technical
experts and staff and developing teaching training programs and
materials.
3.) Hausa Language and Literacy Specialist (location to be determined)
Responsibilities
Selected candidates will provide
pedagogical leadership in the design of a Hausa early grade reading
program. She/he will contribute to the development of lesson plans and
teaching and learning materials for teachers, pupils, and other
education stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Hausa
Language instruction and/or literacy, with a focus on curriculum and
instruction, early grade reading, teacher training, and/or assessment.
Minimum of 7 years relevant experience working in the field of Hausa
language, literacy and teacher training. Demonstrated ability to work
with NGOs, technical experts, and government agencies in the design and
implementation of large-scale programs to support literacy and teacher
training.
4.) State Team Leader (location in Northern State)
Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be
responsible for managing and overseeing program activities at the State
level, working collaboratively with staff to provide logistical
support, mange staff issues, and manage external relations. She/he will
also be responsible for developing implementation plans and budgets,
overseeing financial management, communications, and information
technology; overseeing M&E; and serving as the project
representative at the State level.
Qualifications:
Degree in Business
Administration, Management, Education or related field; at least 7
years experience managing staff, budgets, and logistics to coordinate a
large-scale program, preferably in the education sector. Experience
working at the State level and with governments and NGOs.
5.) State Teacher Training Coordinator (location in Northern State)
Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be
responsible for supporting local government institutions and teacher
training agencies to design and deliver teacher training in early grade
reading. This will include contributing to the development and
implementation of activities and supervising and supporting in-school
professional development.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in education and a minimum of 7 years of relevant
experience in the field of curriculum and instruction, early grade
reading/literacy, teacher training, bilingual education, and/or
assessment; demonstrated ability to work with government agencies on
teacher training programs.
Application Closing Date
5th July, 2012
How to Apply
Please send your CV and Cover Letter to: nigeria@rti.org
Please indicate which position you are applying for in the subject
line. All positions require fluency in oral and written English. States
included in the program will be in Northern Nigeria
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