RTI International Job Vacancies in Nigeria

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RTI International is recruiting for the following job positions for an upcoming early grade reading and education program:

 
1.) Deputy Project Director  
Responsibilities
Will oversee, supervise and guide the management aspect of an early grade reading program.
Qualifications

• Master’s or higher degree in a related filed with 12 years of relevant experience managing development programs, preferably in the education sector and in Nigeria
• Prior experience managing large-scale projects of U$20million or more, and familiarity with USAID management policies, procedures and reporting requirements a must
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, financial management and team work skills required, along with fluency in English

2.) Grant Manager
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for overall leadership and quality assurance of grants awards in support of an early grade reading program. The Grant Manager will monitor compliance with award-specific requirement and applicable regulations.  
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s  degree in Business Administration, Finance accounting or related field
• At least 5 years relevant experience in grants  management/administration and international development  projects, preferably USAID-funded
• Strong background in management and administration, finance and accounting is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is required

3.) Teacher Training Specialist
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for coordinating all training activates for the project, focusing on improving state level delivery of in service training and on -going professional development in the area of early grade reading.
Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education with a minimum of 8years experience developing and coordinating teacher training  activities and inputs. In-depth knowledge of Nigeria’s education system, with approve ability as a facilitator/trainer and manager
• Strong communication skills in English, with a track record of producing well written reports to deadline
• Ability and experience managing and monitoring budgets
• USAID education project implementation experience is a plus

4.) Materials Development Specialist  
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for coordination the development of all teaching and learning materials for an early grade reading program.
Qualifications

• Master's degree in education with experience in curriculum development or teaching and learning materials design.
• Expertise in developing educational materials should be specific to the primary education level and in-low resource environments. Knowledge of elements of the materials production process such as graphic design and layouts highly desirable as is the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partners

5.) Finance Manager
Responsibilities
Will oversee financial management and reporting functions of program to ensure compliance with donor contact terms. She/he would be responsible for supervising coordinating and training finance and grants management staff across central and state based officers.
Qualifications

• Charted Accountant/Certified Public Accountant or MBA required
• 10 years working experience in an accounting/finance field, with experience managing  large budgets at least US $15 million) 5years managerial experience and proficiency in MS Excel
• Knowledge of Quick Book is desirable, knowledge of USAID regulations preferred.

6.)   Senior Education Quality Advisor
Responsibilities
Will provide overall technical leadership in carrying out activates related to improving early grade reading in early primary grades by overseeing:  teacher training and professional development content, teaching and learning materials development, teacher evaluation and student assessment system, and incorporating ICT into project’s multiple components.
Qualifications

• A master’s degree will be considered but a Ph.D in education preferred with at least 10years of relevant experience in teacher education particularly at the primary grade level and working with college of education
• Extensive knowledge of Nigeria’s education system , strong communication skills in English with a track record of producing well written reports to deadlines. USAID project implementation experience is  a plus

7.) Logistics and Administration Manager   
Responsibilities
Will provide direct support to the project by carrying out and or supervising support sand implementation tasks including those relating to routine administration, travel, personnel, translation, and materials development.
Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration or related field
• At least 5 years experience performing similar duties, preferably on USAID or other donor-funded projects, familiarity    with Nigerian Labor policies and HR regulations, demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

8.) ICT for Education Specialist    
Responsibilities
Will lead the integration of ICT into an early grade reading program designed to support teacher  professional development that includes ICT geared both towards teachers, teachers trainers, educations authorities and events.
Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applying, ICT in education at the primary level and a degree in education, educational technology or a related field
• Excellent computer skills in common productivity programs, solid photo and video editing and basic multimedia content/wed development 

9.) Hausa Language Literacy Specilaist  
Responsibilities
Will provide pedagogical leadership in the design and   implementation of an early grade reading program for Hausa. He/she will coordinate technical inputs into development of the Hausa reading program including developing lesson plans and teaching and learning materials for teachers, pupils  and other education personnel, teacher training materials and contributing to the teacher training activity and strategic for community involvement and support of Hausa reading.
Qualifications

• Advance degree in Hausa language and Literacy Specialist will collaborate with education institution to create and deliver the reading program and teacher literacy, with a focus on curriculum and instruction, early grade reading, teacher training, and or assessment.
• The position required a 7 years of relevant experience working in the  field of Hausa language, literacy and teacher
• Demonstrated ability to work with NGOs, technical experts, and government agencies in the design and implantation of large scale programs to support literacy and teacher training.
• Fluency in oral and written Hausa as well as English required  

10.) Director of Field Operations
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for sequencing, managing and overseeing the roll out of early grade teacher training program in all targeted states. 
Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Management 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. Previous experience working on USAID project desired
• Fluency in Hausa and English is required

11.) Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Responsibilities 

Will be responsible for coordinating and managing all monitoring evaluation and research tasks and deliverables for the project. She/he will harmonize M&E data collecting and reporting systems with USAID policies and education indicators.
Qualifications

• Master’s degree in monitoring, research, assessment or related filed and 6years of working experience in M&E. survey design, mapping and or assessment required.
• Data analysis software (such as SPSS or Stata) strong oral/written communication skills, and ability to communicate in English.
• Experience with USAID highly desired

How to apply
All positions are expected to be based in Abuja, Nigeria and required fluency in English. Email cover letter and CV to: nigeria@rti.org . Applicants must include the Position Title in the subject line of their email.

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

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