Operations Associate

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Operations Associate, Literacy Field (LPOA) in consultation and guidance with the Operations Officer, Literacy Field (LPOO) leads the strategic and tactical execution for all work related to implementing Room to Read’s (RtR's) Literacy program (LP) at the field level for a set of schools.  The position serves as the main point of contact for school leaders and coordinates the work of other RtR and Partner staff at schools in their jurisdiction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The position will require performing the below given job responsibilities not limited to:

Program Management, Implementation, Monitoring and Coordination

• Takes active role in selecting schools for LP implementation

a. Prepares bank of schools for selection survey in coordination with District Education Office (DEO)

b. Visits schools to conducts community meetings and collects survey data

b. Prepares data bank of the schools which have undergone selection survey

d. In coordination with LPOO Recommends potential schools to Manager-Field Program for final selection

• Supports in managing the ongoing implementation of the Literacy program for a set of schools, ensuring timely, efficient and well-coordinated implementation of all operations program activities.

• In coordination with Operations Officer, Literacy Field (LPOO), serves as the primary person responsible for the project management of Literacy program implementation and fostering and monitoring relationships with schools, communities, DEO and partner NGOs (PNGOs)

• In coordination with LPOO, serves as the main point of contact for school leaders, should operational programmatic issues arise. Visits each allocated schools under his/her responsibility at least once per quarter

• Coordinates with PNGOs and ensures schools receive materials and furniture as per program Implementation Calendar (IC)

• Coordinates with the Program Officer-School Infrastructure (POSI) and Literacy Field Technical team to implement LP as per program IC

• Supports in overseeing the fund request of PNGO, reviews expenditures, and supports in releasing fund to PNGO as per signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between RtR and PNGO, and between PNGO and schools

• Supports PNGO staffs; Program Coordinator (PC) and Literacy Facilitators; in implementing LP in the field who also have dotted-line reporting relationship with LPOT for technical support and guidance

• Verifies indicator and projects data submitted by PNGOs, follow-up PNGOs for data quality, and enters the verified data in Global Solution Database (GSD).

• Ensures that all the program activities planned as per IC have been carried out with quality

• Performs other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Planning, Reporting and Documentation

• Prepares and assists Field Program Manager (FPM) in developing the annual plan and budget for the assigned geographical area in line with the guidance provided by the Global Office (GO)

• Assists in reviewing the progress of IC, budget, annual plan, periodic program review, and overall tracking of program implementation and spending

• Reviews program reports sent from PNGO and responds as necessary. Based on it, prepares his/her own report to be submitted to LPOO/FPM

• Monitors and gathers information for reports on the status and progress of project sites

• Documents best practices and lessons learned during field work and shares with relevant LP staff

External Coordination and Networking

• Develops strong relationship with District Education Office (DEO), Partner and local level stakeholders and ensures that they support the program of RtR

• Represents Room to Read in different forums and advocates for the importance of reading and need for libraries for children

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education in Nepali/English, Business, Management or other related field

• A minimum of 3 years of working experience in implementing educational projects in field

• Basic skills on project management and proficiency in using MS Office package

• Knowledge and skills on planning, budgeting, supervising, and project implementation

• Ability to travel regularly to project sites and Province or District offices throughout the region

• Strong communication skills in Nepali and English (both verbal and written)

• Proven track record of achieving results

• Proven ability to work effectively with schools and communities

• Prior success working closely and building relationships with diverse (socio-cultural and multi-lingual) groups of people

• Two wheeler driving license

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Education in Nepali/English, Business, Management or other related field

• Effectiveness in working or volunteering in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality work and low overhead

• Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented global or regional organization

• Experience working in community development projects in rural communities

• Prior experience working with schools, teachers, administrators and government officials

Compensation:

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits; benefits including 13th month bonus, provident fund, health and accidental insurances for staff and their family; leaves and staff professional development. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, fun, and rapidly growing organization that is changing, transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries by focusing on literacy and gender equality in education.

Location(s)

Nepal - Palpa

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also: 

• Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization 

• Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change

• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness  

• Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration 

• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment 

Apply Instructions

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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