Education Technical Specialist at Cowater International

Cowater International is Canada's global leader in management consulting services specializing in international development and has managed the implementation of over 800 projects in more than 80 countries around the globe.

 

Education Technical Specialist

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldEducation / Teaching  , Project Management 

Program Coordination:

  • Collaborate with project stakeholders, local communities, and government agencies, and Ministries to address mutual challenges.
  • Guide synergies and opportunities for further efficiencies in education.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to support on program and project planning and design.
  • Coordinate and provide secretariat support to working groups as required.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Engage with key stakeholders, partners, donors, civil society organizations, academia, private sector, etc., and keep apprised of their sector-specific engagement on education
  • Support specific learning and networking events for key stakeholders.
  • Establish and maintain a list of contacts within relevant ministries, development partners, private sector, civil society actors, and other key stakeholders to support advancement of GAC objectives.
  • Participate in and guide consultations and engagement sessions on sector-specific matters.
  • Support to Canada's engagement with relevant stakeholders.
  • Identify capacity gaps and opportunities for government and partner agencies’ engagement.

Capacity Building:

  • Provide training and support to project staff, partners, and local communities on topics related to education as well as best practices.
  • Stay informed about sector-specific emerging trends and disseminate relevant information to GAC.
  • Research and propose innovative solutions to link education, skills development and the employment opportunities in the blue economy.
  • Provide assistance and capacity building support to government and partner organizations on national policies, strategies and frameworks related to education

Reporting and Documentation

  • Review and provided comments on project documents including proposals, performance frameworks, reports, etc.
  • Prepare and submit preparatory reports for working group committees as required.
  • Review and analyze current news, events, trends that impact sector-specific GAC programming and interests every week – and offer analysis and opportunities for Canada
  • Identify opportunities to showcase and leverage Canada-funded education activities, through the production of monthly impact stories on results and innovations (rotating monthly by sector).
  • Engage with partners and highlight a monthly impact story.

Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Work within systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of GAC programs in the education.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports on performance and compliance concerning projects and programs.
  • Identify capacity gaps and opportunities for government and partner agencies' engagement.
  • Undertake field monitoring visits to assess and conduct technical reviews as required.

Method of Application

Interested applicants must include the following documents:

  • CV indicating experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references.
  • Cover Letter indicatingwhy the Candidate considers him/herself as the most suitable for the assignment.
  • Financial Proposal The financial proposal should specify an all-inclusive daily rate (including taxes, time-off benefits, all statutory contributions, social contributions, and insurance). The daily rate should consider a maximum working day of 7.5 hours.
  • Applications must be submitted by 21st March 2025 by 5:00 p.m. Apply here: Recruitment@fssp-cowater.com with the subject. Any applications received after this time will not be considered

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