Plan International is an independent non-profit organization that advances children’s well-being and equality for girls. Working in building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and present in 70 countries, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children while working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners. Plan International is currently updating its Emergency roster sheet for Tigray Emergency Response Project in different emergency response areas and is looking for EiE officers to play a vital role in our mission to archives lasting improvements in the quality of life of deprived children in developing countries

Dimensions of the Role

• The EIE officer will be responsible and ultimately accountable for education project quality and results achievement, stakeholder and partner relations, and donor deliverables. Gender sensitive principles of collaboration, participation, transparency and respect for the agency of women’s organizations will be integrated in all aspects of this role.
• Management of Education component at primary school in IDP and host community
• Technical responsibility for the development and
• Liaison with government offices and bureaus and also with UN agencies, NGOs and other civic organizations operating specifically in the Woreda/ zone 
• Has responsibility to comply with organizational and statutory policies and laws on HR legality matters and also on matters related to protection of children in gender and child rights in particular in emergencies and disasters.
• Ensure high quality activity management and maximize safety and wellbeing of all inhabitants especially children
• Ensure effective collaboration and support of procurement, logistics, water, sanitation, health, security and education is ready duly and
• Supervise and coordinate Education component in host community area.

Accountabilities

Assessment

• Provide sectorial leadership and expertise in the assessment. Conduct initial rapid assessment of current situation in collaboration with local specialists and affected population; determine priorities and immediate activities and resources
• Review, assess and update the child learning situation in areas affected by emergency/IDPs
• Highlight education issues requiring a response – both immediate and medium term and make recommendations on specific PLAN actions required. Ensure core commitments to children are taken into consideration.
• Represent PLAN to child and other protection clusters, stakeholders and Governmental and non-Governmental agencies for the purposes of the protection aspects of the assessment.
• Assess in-country resources, human, material and financial for response with relevant staff and agencies and assist in capacity building of national staff.
• Identify potential partnerships to implement recommendations, assess potential partners where available or make recommendations on how to fill gaps. 

Program Design

• Define aims and objectives of the overall emergency education program.
• In collaboration with national and international Education and Child Protection Actors, map current institutional response capacities – including conducting an education specific 3Ws.
• In collaboration with Education Actors, develop a realistic evidence‐based, education program plan, including both programmatic and advocacy activities (results oriented).
• Design most appropriate education interventions based on the outcomes of assessments and the context.
• Ensure that issues of gender, protection, DRR, and conflict sensitivity are factored into the program design.
• Ensure PLAN’s guidelines and UN education cluster standards are considered and any departures documented.
• Work in close collaboration with other program specialists to ensure that emergency interventions build upon each other and link in to longer term programming.
• Develop an education Program Plan, concept papers, and proposals in respect of the above. 

Response Reporting & Evaluation

• Provide technical guidance and direction to PLAN for effective planning, implementation and monitoring of agreed education plans with special emphasis on the most vulnerable children and their families. 
• Make frequent field visits to all affected provinces to monitor implementation of activities, identify opportunities and constraints and any adjustments needed including additional staffing or staff training or other.
• Design and develop appropriate surveillance, monitoring and evaluation systems for education interventions.
• In coordination with Child Protection and WASH officer and support the Monitoring and reporting of child protection concerns and violations of child rights commitments and other legal instruments.
• Ensure early and rigorous implementation of quality and accountability mechanisms. 

Response Reporting & Evaluation

• Evaluate the implementation of PLAN child protection activities and draft recommendations for improved program design
• Draft education interventions reports to serve as standalone deliverables or to be included in larger emergency response reports for both donor and internal purposes.

Information and Co-ordination

• Provide regular updates to project manager and emergency team on progress, priorities and constraints – verbally and in writing on an agreed frequency.
• Engage and follow up with relevant implementation manager(s)
• Represent PLAN to governmental and non-governmental groups as needed and agreed with the Team Leader.
• Support the implementation of, and represent PLAN in, emergency education coordination mechanisms including any relevant cluster.
• Brief updates and reports on sectorial activities/strategies to donors and other stakeholders.

Human Resources and Administration

• Coordinate and/or implement training and briefing of PLAN staff, partners, and other key stakeholders on child protection and/or related issues.

Dealing with Problems:

• Complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required solving them
• Resolves many challenges which typically occur in camp management at the PA level, while introducing innovations as needed to meet the demands of a dynamic and sometimes unpredictable operating environment while ensuring Plan systems and policies are adhered to. 

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• B.E. degree in Education, pedagogy, Community Development, Psychology, social science
• Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in Education in emergency (EiE)
• Minimum of two successful assignments in a complex IDP emergency situation (at least one of these must be field level post);
• Experience with the following technical areas:
• Mobilizing and training of school teachers
• Knowledge and experience of using and providing training on the INEE Minimum Standards for Education in Emergencies
• Participation and/or coordination with the Education Cluster
• Knowledge and experience in formal and non-formal education

Knowledge & Skills Specific to the Post

• Knowledge of humanitarian activities at refugee camps and understanding of international NGOs is preferred.
• Awareness of child protection issues
• Sensitivity to gender and child protection.
• Good command of the English language (both spoken & written)
• Knowing Afar language is an asset
• Easily understand different software intended for Education Information Management System (EIMS)
• Competent in use of word and excel
• Commendable writing and communication skill

Level of Contact with Children

Responsibilities of this job require a high level of contact with children. Plan International’s global policy on safeguarding children and young people will be adhered to at all times. 

How to Apply

The closing date for the application in March 29, 2021. Qualified candidates should submit their application through www.Ethiojobs.net

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia. 

More information about Plan International can be found here

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.