Position Overview:
The Technical Associate, Literacy Field (LPAT) in consultation/guidance with Technical Officer, Literacy Field (LPOT) is responsible for serving as the technical person in the field on literacy skills and the habit of reading. This position involves frequent travel to project sites as well as regular interaction with RtR’s Literacy Facilitators (LFs) and partners. S/he also requires strong communication and coordination with the Senior Operations Associate, Literacy Field (Sr. LPOA) based in Palpa who is responsible for managing the implementation of the literacy program for a set of schools. This position will require about 30 percent of time for administrative works and coordination for Literacy Program (LP) and 70% field visits.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The position will require performing the below given job responsibilities not limited to:
Program Design, Development, Implementation, and Support:
Supports as a technical person in the field to enhance literacy skills and habit of reading in children, and coordinates closely with LPOT to implement the program effectively
Coordinates and collaborates with LFs to enrich their professional development and supports them to ensure they effectively conduct classroom and library activities
Works in close coordination with LPOT and LFs to facilitate orientations, meetings, workshops, and training events for head teachers, teachers, and librarians in promoting literacy skills and reading habit
Works in close coordination with LPOT and LFs on regular basis to develop the capacity of teachers via coaching/mentoring based on LP design and demonstrates activities for them to implement it in schools
Observes, monitors, interacts with LFs and teachers, and provides feedback on Teaching and Learning Materials (TLM) and Supplementary Reading Materials- SRM (RtR’s publications-Quality Reading Material and locally purchased books) used in classrooms and libraries to promote literacy skills and habit of reading
Provides feedback on classroom and library activities implemented in schools
Supports LFs, teachers and LPOT to conduct periodic assessment of literacy skills of students and prepares datasheet
Makes regular visits, as per program monitoring design, to project sites to support, coach and deliver training to LFs
Participates in any other activities, as instructed by the supervisor, which may be required to be undertaken to fulfill the objectives of the organization
Planning, Reporting and Documentation:
Provides information to LPOT develop training and monitoring visit plan for annual planning and budgeting for the assigned geographical area based on field practices
Assists LPOT in reviewing the progress of implementation calendar, budget, annual plan, periodic program review, and overall tracking of program implementation and spending
Prepares and reviews program reports and responds as necessary (prepares action plan based on LFs’ report)
Documents best practices and lessons learned during field work and shares with relevant LP staff
Supports annual, quarterly and monthly planning and reporting activities as needed
External Coordination and Networking:
Develops strong relationship with District Education Office (DEO)/Resource Centre (RC), District Project Advisory Committee (DPAC), Partner and other local level stakeholders, and ensures that they support the program of RtR
Represents RtR 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 or English as specialization or other related field
Good knowledge and understanding of primary education curriculum, teaching methodologies, teaching techniques and various approaches to manage multi-learning ability, multi-grade, multi-lingual and multi-community children in primary grades
Experience in conducting workshops, meetings, seminars and teacher training
Minimum 4 years’ relevant work experience in education program implementation, monitoring, support and teacher training in the field
Good command in Nepali and English (both written and oral)
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
Ability to use Microsoft word, excel and power point
Proven ability to build the capacity of others to achieve desired outcomes
Prior success working closely and building relationships with diverse groups (socio-cultural and multi-lingual) of people
Ability and desire to travel frequently
Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously
Two wheeler driving license
Preferred:
Master’s degree in Education Nepali or English as specialization or other related field.
Experience in language teaching/training at the primary stage.
Knowledge of Early Grade teaching and learning strategy.
Knowledge of teaching learning strategy in multilingual context especially to the beginners.
Experience in working with different communities.
Experience in library management, use of library resources and literacy skills.
Effectiveness in working or volunteering in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality work and low overhead.
Prior track record of achieving results in a fast-paced, growth-oriented global or regional organization
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 - Tanahun
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
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
We envision a world in which all children can pursue a quality education, reach their full potential and contribute to their community and the world.
To achieve this goal, we focus on two areas where we believe we can have the greatest impact: literacy and gender equality in education. We work in collaboration with communities and local governments across Asia and Africa to develop literacy skills and a habit of reading among primary school children, and support girls to complete secondary school with the life skills they’ll need to succeed in school and beyond.