{"id":13985,"date":"2016-06-10T08:33:41","date_gmt":"2016-06-10T08:33:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=13985"},"modified":"2016-06-10T08:33:41","modified_gmt":"2016-06-10T08:33:41","slug":"worldreader-ghana-recruitment-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/worldreader-ghana-recruitment-2016.html","title":{"rendered":"Worldreader Ghana Recruitment 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"

Worldreader (www.worldreader.org<\/strong>) is on a mission to bring digital books to every child and her family, so that they can improve their lives through the power of technology. Globally, we are working in 39 countries, in 102 schools and libraries and are reaching a total of 35,000 people on our programs using e-readers, and over 300,000 people using our mobile reading app.<\/p>\n

To accomplish our goals, Worldreader has created a worldwide logistics system, to provide literacy training and support, co-publish books with African and US publishers, measure our results obsessively, report on our progress, and raise money and awareness for our mission. We have a worldwide team of 50+ staff and volunteers across seven countries and three continents who have graduated from the world\u2019s best schools, companies, and non-profits and have accomplished the nearly impossible.<\/p>\n

An ethos of working hard, having fun and making history inspires our culture, and the team shares a passion for reading and philanthropy.<\/p>\n

We aspire to reach millions of children and families worldwide, in our quest to eradicate illiteracy. We believe that by hiring people larger than we are, we will end up with an organization of Giants.\u00a0 And that\u2019s why we\u2019re looking for a world-class Senior Human Resources Manager dedicated to developing and supporting our team and building our HR infrastructure worldwide.
\nJob Description<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Title:\u00a0E-Reading Program Implementation Manager <\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

Worldreader \u00a0is on a mission to bring digital books to every child and her family, so that they can improve their lives through the power of technology. Globally, we are working in 85 countries, reaching over 18 million people through our e-reading and mobile programs. In Ghana, we have several projects going in schools and libraries.<\/p>\n

The Ghana E-Reading Program Implementation Manager will help to manage one of Worldreader\u2019s large-scale, donor-funded efforts in Ghana. This person will be based in Accra, but will be required to travel to project sites throughout Ghana regularly.\u00a0 This person will report to the Worldreader Ghana Country Director.<\/p>\n

The E-Reading Program Implementation Manager will illustratively be responsible for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Designing and leading e-reading pilot activities in schools including leading the monitoring and evaluation of pilot activities and supporting teacher training and other activities;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Planning and coordination of field activities in program-supported schools;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Leading field-based teacher support and data collection staff, based in districts across Ghana;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Coordinating closely with the Worldreader Ghana\u2019s other projects to ensure knowledge sharing and lessons learned are incorporated across programs;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ensuring quality of all project-based activities, such as teacher training events, and the overall quality of project-collected data and analysis;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Write and submit periodic reports on field based activities, including analyzing data and developing and writing success stories as part of these reports;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Support planning, logistics and coordination of Worldreader staff and consultants visit as needed.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Advocacy and relationship building with MoE, GES and Ghana Learning team.<\/p>\n

Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are looking for a professional with a background in supporting education projects, particularly with a background in ICT4E and\/or a strong background in monitoring and evaluation.\u00a0 This person should have a high degree of professional maturity, self-motivation and adaptability. The ideal candidate possesses the following:<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A bachelor\u2019s degree in a relevant discipline
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A minimum of 7+ years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of development and\/or education projects.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated experience working with schools in either teacher training or in collecting and analyzing data
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 High level of comfort with technology (mobile phones, tablets & e-readers);
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong oral and written communications skills and ability to communicate across time zones and diverse cultures.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and productivity\/communication tools such as Skype, Zoom and email.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Structured and organized thinker.<\/p>\n

Additional characteristics<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-cultural settings, including working with remote teams
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent written and oral communication skills, including in English; demonstrated experience writing progress reports in English;
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to work both individually and closely with teams
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent project management skills, including experience with Gantt charts and related tools.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Good rapport with children and young adults
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Flexibility and a \u201cget the job done\u201d attitude.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrable passion for education and the mission of Worldreader<\/p>\n

All candidates must be legally eligible to work in Ghana.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Accra<\/p>\n

How To Apply For The Job<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please follow the instructions carefully:<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 To Apply – Please send your resume and application letter in an email with the subject \u201cE-Reading Program Implementation Manager\u201d to<\/p>\n

ghanahr@worldreader.org<\/strong><\/p>\n

Closing Date:<\/strong> 30 July, 2016<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 PDFs only and no phone calls, please.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview, where you will also be asked to complete a series of tasks on an e-reader and a data analysis skills test.\u00a0 Due to the volume of applications, only those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 This job description only serves as a guide for the position available. Worldreader reserves the to adapt or amend the position as required by the project.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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