Years of Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in project coordination or management.
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per Organization Salary Scales
Contract Duration: Till the end of September with possibility of extension
Vacancy Number: 081
Gender: Male/Female
No. Of
Jobs:
3
Education: A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Public Administration.
Contract Extension: Possible
About Women and Youth Future Assist Organization:
Introduction to Organization:
WYFAO stands for Women and Youth Future Assist Organization, a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Afghanistan. WYFAO’s mission is to empower women and youth through education, health, and livelihood programs. WYFAO works with local communities, government agencies, and international partners to address the needs and challenges of the most vulnerable groups in the country. WYFAO has implemented various projects in different provinces, such as Kabul, Herat, Khost, Paktia, Ghazni, Parwan and Paktika, focusing on areas such as community-based education, vocational training, gender equality, and peacebuilding. WYFAO believes that women and youth are the key agents of change and development in Afghanistan.
Job Description:
Job Title: Master Trainer for CBE Project ECW
Location:
Logar province, Afghanistan
Duration:
09 months, renewable based on performance and funding availability
Reports to:
Project Manager
About Project:
Community-based education (CBE) is a key strategy to provide access to quality education for the children and youth who are affected by conflict and displacement in Afghanistan. CBE classes are established and managed by the local communities, with the support and guidance of the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the international and national partners. UNICEF is one of the leading partners who supports the CBE program in collaboration with the MoE.
This project is a continuation of the CBE program in Paktika province, one of the most insecure and remote provinces in the country. The project was previously implemented by the Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) from January 1, 2023 to September 30, 2023, with the funding from ECW-Education Cannot Wait. Due to the security situation and the operational challenges, SCA decided to hand over the project to Women and Youth Future Assist Organization (WYFAO), a national NGO with experience and presence in the province.
The project aims to provide quality and accessible education for 5220 emergency-affected children in 156 CBE classes in nine districts of Paktika province. The project also aims to enhance the capacity and involvement of the local communities, shuras, and SMS members in supporting and sustaining the CBE program. The project follows the CBE quality standards and policies already defined by the MoE and UNICEF.
Job Summary:
The Master Trainer will play a key role in developing and delivering training initiatives across various thematic areas relevant to WYFAO's mission. The Master Trainer will work closely with project teams to assess training needs, design tailored programs, and ensure the effective transfer of knowledge and skills.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Training Design and Delivery
Develop and conduct training packages for CBE teachers, SMS members, and other stakeholders on various topics related to the CBE project, such as pedagogy, child protection, safeguarding, drugs harms and effects, child rights convention, physical and humiliation punishment, SMS roles and responsibilities, CBE policy, etc.
Undertake training need assessment of CBE teachers, SMS members, and other stakeholders and prepare training plans and materials accordingly.
Coordinate and collaborate with the PED, DED, Hub schools, and other partners to ensure their participation and support for the trainings.
Monitor and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the trainings using SMART indicators and targets and make necessary adjustments and improvements.
Training Supervision and Support
Conduct and deliver the training of trainers (ToT) for the CBE project staff and partners at the provincial and district level and ensure their quality and capacity to deliver the trainings to the CBE teachers and SMS members.
Maintain regular visits to the CBSs, conduct class observations and mentoring, and provide feedback and guidance to the CBE teachers.
Ensure the proper use and distribution of the training materials, kits, and equipment to the CBE teachers and SMS members and provide technical support and troubleshooting as needed.
Document and report the training activities, achievements, challenges, and recommendations to the CBE project manager and coordinator.
General Responsibilities
Adhere to the CBE project and WYFAO’s overall policies and regulations and ensure the compliance of the trainees and trainers with them.
Contribute to the overall development and improvement of the CBE project and WYFAO’s programs and services.
Perform any other duties assigned by the CBE project manager and coordinator.
Job Requirements:
Experience/ Education:
A bachelor's in education, or a related field.
Minimum of 4-5 years relevant experience.
Previous experience working with teachers, or educational NGOs.
Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
In-depth knowledge of training methodologies, adult learning principles, and capacity-building strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with local education policies, curriculum standards, and teaching methodologies.
Understanding of challenges and opportunities in the local education system
Language Requirements:
Proficiency in written and spoken English, Dari and Pashto.
PSEA Applicable
(Women and Youth Future Assist Organization) has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct, which enshrines the principles of PSEA, at all times (both during work hours and outside work hours). Familiarization with, and adherence to, the Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all staff, in addition to related mandatory training. All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.
Submission Guideline:
Please submit CVs and Cover Letters outlining why you are interested in the position and how your skills and experience match the skills, qualifications, and competencies required for this position. Applicants who meet the qualifications and requirements for the mentioned position will be selected on a rolling basis, with the last date for applications being 18 Dec 2023, midnight.
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