Program Manager - Early Grade Reading Program in Kenya

IREX is currently seeking a Program Manager candidate for an early grade reading program in Kenya.

The Program Manager will provide innovative leadership in the design, management, implementation and overall quality assurance of the project.

In this role, a successful candidate will be IREX’s primary point of contact with national government counterpart agencies, collaborating extensively and meaningfully with program partners and key stakeholders in the education sector in Kenya.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in curriculum and instruction, education policy and planning, or related area

Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience (including 2 years of experience at the supervisory level), with experience working on teacher training and material development as it relates to early grade reading or literacy.

Ability to work with various counterparts and stakeholders in implementing instruction, assessment, school management and accountability, and other capacity building-related initiatives

Ability to work in remote areas of the country to oversee project management and provide technical expertise

Demonstrated ability to work with host government and development/cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing to make formal and informal presentations and to compose professional and analytic reports and program documents

Previous experience in Kenya or East Africa with knowledge of the Kenyan education system is highly desired

Superior written and oral communication skills in English
Closing Date: Friday, 31 January 2014
For full job description and application details, see: Program Manager - Early Grade Reading Program in Kenya