Education Coordinator International Rescue Commitee - IRC Kasulu
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 30th October 2023
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) ( www.theIRC.org ) is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation, and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict. Founded in 1933, the IRC has worked for over seven decades and today is involved in over 25 countries in the world.  We address both the immediate, life-saving needs of conflict affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction needs in post conflict societies. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and thorough accountability to those we serve.  The IRC is an international agency with offices in London, New York, and Geneva.

Background/IRC Summary:  

IRC Tanzania’s current sectors include Gender-Based Violence, Child Protection, Youth and Livelihoods, Health, Community-Based Rehabilitation, Education, and Health. 

The Education Coordinator will be responsible for providing technical and operational support and ensuring timely and quality implementation of program activities and strategies in compliance with donor requirements S/he will ensure that the objectives of the programs are met in a timely manner and are being  monitored and evaluated effectively; ensure that education staff receive appropriate mentorship and professional development; and that a positive team spirit is fostered encouraging innovative and quality programming. Additionally, the Education Coordinator will collaborate with other sectors to ensure that protection and well-being of children are consistently mainstreamed across IRC sectors. The Education Coordinator will also work in coordination with key Education stakeholders and partners, representing the IRC Education program in Tanzania.

Major Responsibilities:

Program Management

Technical Quality

HR & Staff Capacity Building

Coordination

Other

Professional Standards

Job Requirements: