World Education
a division of JSI Research & Training Institute
Inc. (JSI/WE) is dedicated to improving people’s lives around the world through greater health
education and socioeconomic equity for individuals and communities
and to providing an environment where people of passion can pursue this cause. JSI/WE is seeking a Regional Program Manager for a five-year USAID funded Targeting the Learning Crisis (TLC) Activity in Uganda
which aims to create sustained
measurable improvements in development outcomes in Basic Education through Targeted Instruction for foundational skills
a learner-centric pedagogy that reorganizes math and literacy instruction based on children’s actual learning levels
rather than on the prescribed grade-level syllabus. The Activity seeks to implement cost-effective
sustainable
and impactful programming
centered in P1-5
and evidence-based early childhood education for pre-primary years
in order to significantly improve math and reading learning outcomes for Ugandan primary students. The Regional Program Manager is a full-time position based in Lira. S/he will be responsible for the successful implementation of the TLC activities in the region in line with the approved project design
budget and timeframe
and in compliance with USAID requirements. S/he will have overall responsibility for planning
implementation
monitoring
and evaluation and reporting of all TLC activities in the region. S/he will report to the Chief of Party and will supervise all staff in the Lira office. RESPONSIBILITIES Program Management Provide overall technical and program management support to project staff in project planning
implementation
monitoring
and evaluation of TLC activities and ensure implementation is in compliance with USAID guidelines and procedures. Monitor programmatic and technical performance of TLC to ensure progress towards meeting set project goals
objectives
and technical deliverables on time and with a high standard of quality. Build and manage comprehensive networks and a collaborative relationship with all stakeholders in the region to advance TLC goals and objectives. Supervise and mentor regional staff. Participate in pre-award assessments
development
and management of sub-agreements to ensure that issues are identified and addressed through appropriate follow-up action and support. Provide guidance and support to the sub- partners in programmatic and contractual areas while ensuring compliance to programmatic
financial
and reporting quality and timelines. Ensure a clear understanding of child safeguarding principles and guidelines by providing capacity building and awareness to regional teams
monitoring CSG Compliance in TLC implementation by staff and sub grantee partners. Administrative Responsibilities Responsible for the overall supervision of all regional administrative activities in line with service quality in safety and security
regional inventory management
and other services from time to time. Provide oversight supervision of all regional procurement transactions
including reviews of the procurement committee sitting recommendations before forwarding to Kampala for technical review and approval. Ensure regional activity and procurement planning initiatives
including vendor identification and onboarding are conducted in line with TLC operational guidelines and the cardinal principles of transparency
accountability
and value for money. Responsible for supervision of finance transactions to ensure compliance at the regional level
this includes reviewing payment packages before forwarding to Kampala and undertaking petty cash count/spot checks. Provide an oversight HR Support and supervision of regional staff in line with performance management
compliance
leave management
support in the recruitment and onboarding of regional teams. Monitoring and supervision of regional staff compliance to Child safeguarding practices during the course of implementation to ensure prompt reporting of violations. Perform any other tasks required for the needs of the project as assigned by the supervisor or designee. QUALIFICATIONS A Master’s degree in a field related to education
Business Administration
OR commensurate experience in senior level position within the Ugandan Education System
or a related field. Minimum 7 years' technical experience in education programming; Excellent organizational skills and time management; Proven stakeholder management including demonstrated ability in managing sub-partners
subcontractors
and grant recipients; Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a regional team that works across multiple districts and with a variety of sub-partners and stakeholders; Ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with project team members
funders
and other stakeholders; Demonstrated ability to monitor and ensure compliance with company and donor policies and procedures
including Child safeguarding practices; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Prior work history within international development
specifically USAID-funded projects
preferred.