The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Ministry of Education (MOEDU), is committed to enhancing equitable access to quality education as part of various educational initiatives. In line with this mission, we are excited to announce the implementation of the Enhancing Inclusive Quality Learning (EIQuaL) Project, supported by a $14 Million Education Systems and Capacity Grant from the Global Partnership for Education. This project aims to reduce Learning Poverty Levels across the country.

PROJECT GOALS

a) Ensure learners achieve learning outcome targets by age 10, with equitable results for boys and girls;
b) Equip teachers with pedagogical content knowledge, aligned teaching materials, and gender-responsive practices to enhance literacy and numeracy outcomes;
c) Utilize data-informed strategies for targeted and timely support, improving service delivery and learning outcomes; and
d) Reduce gender inequality in educational access, participation, completion, and outcomes for marginalized boys and girls.

PROJECT DURATION

The Enhancing Inclusive Quality Learning (EIQuaL) project is set for a duration of three years, renewable upon satisfactory performance.

GRANT MANAGEMENT

Save the Children will serve as the Grant Agent, responsible for ensuring compliance, fiduciary oversight, and providing technical support for effective project delivery.

Reporting Relationship

The Project Officer will be reporting to the Deputy Coordinator – Operations.

Scope and Duties

a) Coordinate and compile the preparation of annual work plans and budgets for assigned regions;
b) Preparation and tracking of activity budgets and expenses;
c) Compile implementation reports in assigned Districts and Provinces;
d) Collaborate with other specialists in effectively and efficiently delivering on project mandate;
e) Ensure a flow of regular and complete information on the status of the activities planned and implemented;
f) Manage the organization of conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions and meetings in collaboration with the technical support of specialists;
g) Check the status of the project on daily basis in assigned Districts;
h) Draft and disseminate project-related communication, including emails, memos, activity guidelines and timelines; and
i) Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor as part of the implementation of the project.

Required Academic and Professional Qualifications

a) Grade 12 certificate;
b) Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Human Management, Development Studies, Project Management or equivalent; and
c) Master’s degree in the relevant field equivalent will be an added advantage.

Desirable Personal Attributes

a) Strong organizational, planning, and coordination HRA, Business Administration and Development Studies;
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c) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
d) Ability to work effectively in a team and independently; and
e) Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Coordinate and compile the preparation of annual work plans and budgets for assigned regions;
• Preparation and tracking of activity budgets and expenses;
• Compile implementation reports in assigned Districts and Provinces;
• Collaborate with other specialists in effectively and efficiently delivering on project mandate;
• Ensure a flow of regular and complete information on the status of the activities planned and implemented;
• Manage the organization of conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions and meetings in collaboration with the technical support of specialists;
• Check the status of the project on daily basis in assigned Districts;
• Draft and disseminate project-related communication, including emails, memos, activity guidelines and timelines; and
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor as part of the implementation of the project.

• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination HRA, Business Administration and Development Studies;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently; and
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Grade 12 certificate;
• Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Human Management, Development Studies, Project Management or equivalent; and
• Master’s degree in the relevant field equivalent will be an added advantage.