Chemonics
International Inc. is a leading international consulting firm based in
Washington, D.C. that has been implementing USAID programs in Kenya for 20
years.
Chemonics seeks
experienced professionals for the anticipated Tusome - Early Grade Reading
Program in Kenya funded by USAID and DFID.
We are looking
for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of
people around the world and demonstrate leadership, versatility, and integrity
in their work.
All candidates
must possess a degree in a relevant field and English fluency is required.
Experience in
Kenya or East Africa is preferred.
Chief of Party
·
Minimum 15 years experience in managing education programs in
developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national scale-up
and coordination of such activities
·
Proven ability to work collaboratively with host-country
officials, donors, and other key stakeholders
·
Master’s level degree in relevant field required
Deputy Chief of
Party, Programs
·
Minimum 10 years relevant technical experience and program management
in developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national
scale-up and coordination of such activities
·
Proven ability to work collaboratively with host-country
officials, donors, and other key stakeholders
·
Master’s level degree in education or social sciences required
Deputy Chief of
Party, Operations
·
Minimum 10 years experience managing projects in developing
countries in the areas of operations, including administration, finance,
procurement, human resources, and grants administration
·
Master’s level degree in management, finance, or related field
required
Funds Manager
·
Minimum 5 years experience brokering partnerships and
implementing activities designed to leverage private investments to support
development goals
·
Proven ability to work collaboratively with youth and
institutional and private stakeholders in Kenya
·
In-depth understanding of the Kenyan private sector
institutional environment
·
Demonstrated grants management experience, preferably in Kenya
or East Africa
Chemonics seeks
additional specialists in the following areas:
1.
Education Policy (focused on language)
2.
Instructional Materials Design (for English)
3.
Instructional Materials Design (for Kiswahili)
4.
Teacher Professional Development
5.
Teacher Supervision and Support
6.
Teacher Training
7.
Human Institutional Capacity Development (HICD)
8.
PRESET and INSET Training
9.
Youth Involvement
10.
Gender and Disabilities
11.
Monitoring and Evaluation
12.
Institutional Strengthening
13.
Curriculum Design
14.
ICT for Education
15.
Regional Program Managers
16.
INSET Tutors for Non-Formal Schools
Application
Instructions:
Please submit
cover letter, resume, and three professional references to
chemonicsreadingrecruit@gmail.com by November 15, 2013.
Please note the
position title in the subject of the email.
Applications will
be reviewed on a rolling basis.
No telephone
inquiries please.
Finalists will be
contacted.
