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Provincial Consultant – Eastern Cape Consultant Cover Letter At New Leaders Foundation (NLF)
New Leaders Foundation (NLF)
Eastern Cape
EASTERN CAPE CONSULTANT JOB DETAILS JOB TITLE : Provincial Consultant – Eastern Cape Consultant REPORTS TO : Project Manager DIVISION : DDD Delivery LOCATION : Eastern Cape - Mthatha CONTRACT TYPE : 6 Month Fixed Term – option to renew based on performance START DATE : Immediate OVERVIEW & PURPOSE New Leaders Foundation (NLF) is a mission driven advisory and implementation organisation specialising in education. It focuses on insights and systemic interventions that leverage data
tech enabled solutions and capability building to unlock excellence in education. It is a dynamic organisation that attracts and develops leaders who are committed to the transformation of education. Its clients include government
not for profit organisations
funders
and corporate social investors. The Data Driven Districts (DDD) Programme is currently NLF’s flagship programme. The programme has been led by the Michael Susan Dell Foundation in partnership with the Department of Basic Education. The aim of the programme is to improve learner outcomes by improving the way key educational data is collected and used by officials in the education system to support schools and teachers more effectively NLF seeks a driven problem solver who is passionate about education to join its National Delivery Team. The candidate should have a strong project management skill set and should at minimum have a relevant undergraduate degree or any other relevant qualification or experience. The core purpose of this role is to train
coach and empower the provincial
district
circuit and school officials with tools
processes
and skills for collecting and using quality data to make decisions that improve efficiencies and ultimately learner outcomes. Substantial travel should be expected for operational purposes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Drive adoption of recently launched DDD Programme • Ensure DDD is successfully rolled out to officials (Provincial
District
School) by the end of Term 3 2025
with a detailed plan for quarterly activities. • Support adoption of the DDD programme at District Management Team level to ensure sustainable buy in from key officials. 18 Glenhove Road
Melrose Estate Johannesburg
South Africa
2196 ph: 010 590 6100 |f: 086 583 6235 New Leaders Foundation Directors: G. Gillett H. Makoe D. Ramsamy K. Singh C.Nell K. Makatu Reg No: 2009/004922/08 www.newleaders.co.za • Leverage the use of Provincial led webinars & other platforms of this nature to assist officials with DDD roll-out. Drive sustainable implementation of the DDD Programme • Liaise with provincial education department role players to develop a clear set of provincial implementation objectives according to consulting and project management best practices. • Support in driving DDD activities to ensure sustainable running of the programme in the province and ensure targets are achieved. • Work with the Provincial Manager to ensure successful user migration and roll-out of DDD. • Maintain data submissions maturity and problem solve where issues arise. • Iidentify opportunities for the programme and highlight risks and issues to the provincial Project Manager. Provide programme management for the province • Deliver on targets
outcomes and objectives of the DDD Programme
with quality execution
critical thinking
and strategic focus. • Participate and contribute to provincial and district meetings
providing relevant reporting. Identify
resolve
and escalate risks and issues to the provincial project manager. Develop solutions to problems/constraints encountered. • Deliver weekly programme reports and support additional programme information needs (e.g.
Provincial Lead
PMO). • Contribute to various reporting requirements of the Programme including Provincial Delivery
Workstream Integration
Funders reporting etc. Support provincial stakeholder engagement • Play a lead role in provincial advocacy amongst key provincial education department stakeholders - HOD
EMIS
Curriculum
DMT’s
present at provincial education department meetings. • Catalyse data-driven districts through training and sharing insights linked to provincial and district priorities. • Provide data management and analytics advisory support to provincial officials. • Build a network of district DDD champions who role-model DDD usage and offer peer support. Integration • Effectively integrate with internal workstreams and support areas as well as external stakeholders to optimise DDD delivery
drawing on lessons & failures in the field. • Maintain an ongoing presence in the field to identify constraints and opportunities. • Provide input and feedback to other stream leads. 18 Glenhove Road
Melrose Estate Johannesburg
South Africa
2196 ph: 010 590 6100 |f: 086 583 6235 New Leaders Foundation Directors: G. Gillett H. Makoe D. Ramsamy K. Singh C.Nell K. Makatu Reg No: 2009/004922/08 www.newleaders.co.za Innovation • Continuously support the processes that will enhance the Dashboard functionality
features
specs
and reports to ensure it remains user-centric and relevant. • Through networking and engagement
identify opportunities linked to the DDD and provincial strategy. • Remove DDD team member dependencies related to user access; manage and transfer risks to provincial department. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree • Qualifications related to Project Management
Education
and Development Studies • Minimum 2 years working experience • Working understanding of the education system in South Africa • Consulting and/or training experience will be an advantage CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Teams and Outlook. • Proficient at Designing PowerPoint Presentations. • Excellent training and facilitation skills. • Developed Organising and Planning Skills. • Collating data into composite reporting templates. • Research skills to find information when a source is not readily available or defined. • Developed People Skills (includes - coaching and relationship management). • Understanding and supporting company objectives. • Proven ability to influence others positively to achieve company objectives. • Stakeholder management. • Passionate about bringing about social change. • Strong advocacy skills in an ambiguous (government) environment • Ability to identify what is required for the role and translate into operational plans and meticulous delivery. • Able to write reports and articulate outcomes and impact. 18 Glenhove Road
Melrose Estate Johannesburg
South Africa
2196 ph: 010 590 6100 |f: 086 583 6235 New Leaders Foundation Directors: G. Gillett H. Makoe D. Ramsamy K. Singh C.Nell K. Makatu Reg No: 2009/004922/08 www.newleaders.co.za WORKING CONDITIONS • This role will involve travel within the Eastern Cape and other provinces for work-related purposes. • The successful candidate will be required to have a valid driver’s licence and their own vehicle. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • The Intervention Specialist will be expected to liaise with various internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to. - - - - Provincial Department of Education National Department of Education District Management Teams
By Jim Madiba
**Jim Madiba**
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Human Resource Management
New Leaders Foundation (NLF)
18 Glenhove Road, Melrose Estate
Johannesburg, South Africa, 2196
Dear Human Resource Management,
I am excited to apply for the position of Provincial Consultant – Eastern Cape at New Leaders Foundation (NLF). With a Bachelor’s degree in [Your Degree] and over two years of experience in project management and education consulting, I am passionate about driving systemic changes that enhance learner outcomes through data-driven solutions.
The opportunity to work with the DDD Programme, NLF's flagship initiative, deeply resonates with my commitment to education transformation. I admire NLF’s approach, leveraging technology and data to empower educational authorities, and I am eager to contribute to this mission. My experience in training and facilitating workshops equips me to effectively coach provincial and district officials in utilizing data for improved decision-making.
My strong organizational and planning skills, combined with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and presentation design, enable me to deliver compelling reports and training sessions that engage and inspire stakeholders. Additionally, my track record in stakeholder management and advocacy positions me well to cultivate sustainable buy-in from educational leaders within the Eastern Cape.
I am particularly drawn to this role’s focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement, as I believe collaboration and adaptability are crucial for lasting educational impact. I am eager to leverage my skills and passion for social change to help NLF achieve its ambitious targets.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to NLF’s transformative work in education.
Sincerely,
Jim Madiba