Chemonics
International Inc. is a leading international consulting firm based in
Washington, D.C. that has been implementing USAID programs in Kenya for 20
years.
Chemonics
seeks experienced professionals for the anticipated Tusome - Early Grade
Reading Program in Kenya funded by USAID and DFID.
We are
looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives
of people around the world and demonstrate leadership, versatility, and
integrity in their work.
All
candidates must possess a degree in a relevant field and English fluency is
required.
Experience
in Kenya or East Africa is preferred.
Chief of Party
- Minimum 15 years experience in managing education programs in developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national scale-up and coordination of such activities
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with host-country officials, donors, and other key stakeholders
- Master’s level degree in relevant field required
Deputy Chief of Party,
Programs
- Minimum 10 years relevant technical experience and program management in developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national scale-up and coordination of such activities
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with host-country officials, donors, and other key stakeholders
- Master’s level degree in education or social sciences required
Deputy Chief of Party,
Operations
- Minimum 10 years experience managing projects in developing countries in the areas of operations, including administration, finance, procurement, human resources, and grants administration
- Master’s level degree in management, finance, or related field required
Funds Manager
- Minimum 5 years experience brokering partnerships and implementing activities designed to leverage private investments to support development goals
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with youth and institutional and private stakeholders in Kenya
- In-depth understanding of the Kenyan private sector institutional environment
- Demonstrated grants management experience, preferably in Kenya or East Africa
Chemonics
seeks additional specialists in the following areas:
- Education Policy (focused on language)
- Instructional Materials Design (for English)
- Instructional Materials Design (for Kiswahili)
- Teacher Professional Development
- Teacher Supervision and Support
- Teacher Training
- Human Institutional Capacity Development (HICD)
- PRESET and INSET Training
- Youth Involvement
- Gender and Disabilities
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Institutional Strengthening
- Curriculum Design
- ICT for Education
- Regional Program Managers
- INSET Tutors for Non-Formal Schools
Application Instructions:
Please
submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to
chemonicsreadingrecruit@gmail.com by November 15, 2013.
Please note
the position title in the subject of the email.
Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
No
telephone inquiries please.
Finalists
will be contacted.