Head of Education Specialist - London, United Kingdom - GraceMark Solutions

GraceMark Solutions
GraceMark Solutions
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London, United Kingdom

2 days ago

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The Head Education Specialist, Asia


Is responsible for the management and development of the Education Specialist teams across Asia, which currently includes India and Pakistan.

This role will be responsible for achieving key performance indicators (targets) through effective management of staff, contribution to regional and global strategy, and engagement of internal and external stakeholders to raise visibility and financial resources to contribute to the organizational mission and vision.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Postgraduate degree in schoolbased education or education development, with significant experience in the education field. Graduate degree preferred.
  • At least 15 years of relevant education experience in education development, preprimary and primary education, early literacy and reading development, special education, and school leadership and teacher professional development.
  • 10 years of experience managing a diverse multifunctional team.
  • At least 23 years of formal experience as a classroom teacher and/or school leader at preprimary and primary levels
  • Leadership in largescale education program implementation.
  • Strong writing, data collection, and ICT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office products, EdTech, mobile tablets, etc.).
  • International education experience or training is preferred.
  • The ability to manage contract negotiations with external vendors and ability to manage internal workrelated expenses is required.
  • Experience working within crosscultural global organizations and INGOs.
  • Knowledge of and experience with USAIDfunded projects is preferred.
  • An understanding of and a commitment to advancing the mission and core values of Opportunity International
  • Passionate about Opportunity's mission. Able to promote and communicate the organization's goals and objectives to external and internal stakeholders.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Written and verbal fluency in English and 12 additional South Asian languages (Urdu/Sindhi/Tamil/Hindi) fluency required.
  • Must be able to attend & fully participate in meetings conducted in English.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  • 50% international travel in South Asian region
  • Able to travel with mínimal notice and maximum flexibility
  • Willing to travel independently and without escort or planning support

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Pay:
£33,000.00 per year
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