Inclusive Education Coordinator

With 75 years of experience our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds even in the most dangerous places inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33000 staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable childrens life stories!

Employee Contract Type:

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Project Manager and in collaboration with Project Coordinator the Inclusive Education Coordinator will be responsible for quality and timely delivery of Inclusive Education services and activities. The Inclusive Education Coordinator will ensure that activities are implemented as planned meeting the desired objectives and goals within the designated schedule and the budget. The Coordinator will lead close coordination with Ministry of Education (MoE) Directorate of Education schools Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (HCD) and other relevant parties.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES

% of time

Activity

30%

Quality Implementation

Support Project Manager and coordinate with Project Coordinator and Project Assistant and proactively work on the project implementation and provide assistance to field staff (assistant teacher).

Coordinate with Project Coordinator and support the rehabilitation of Kindergarten and school facilities to ensure inclusive learning environments in line with MoE and HCD standards.

Provide appropriate learning materials and assistive devices for children with disabilities collaborating with developmental specialists educators and caregivers.

Conduct developmental and disability assessments to inform individualized support plans for children.

Support Kindergarten teachers and school staff in delivering individualized inclusive education including child-centered teaching approaches lesson planning and classroom management.

Provide structured supportive supervision to Kindergarten and schools including direct observation feedback and coaching for assistant teachers.

Promote inclusive practices among children teachers and school staff through awareness sessions peer-support activities and inclusive education campaigns.

20%

Accountable Project Management

Ensure that all project activities and outputs are implemented on time and within budget.

Monitor and report accurately on resource utilization.

Support the Project Manager in administrative and managerial tasks including internal/external reporting and project tracking.

Ensure accountability in targeting beneficiaries delivery of services and implementation of activities in line with WV policies and donor requirements.

15%

Monitoring Evaluation and Documentation

Conduct field visits to monitor project implementation and ensure quality standards are met.

Collect maintain and analyze data related to childrens participation and progress.

Work with MEAL team to evaluate activities propose corrective actions and track project indicators.

Work with MEAL team to evaluate activities propose corrective actions and track project indicators.

15%

Coordination and Representation

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all education stakeholders including MoE local authorities school committees NGOs UN agencies and community-based organizations.

Facilitate coordination between kindergartens and primary schools to ensure smooth transitions and consistent support for children.

Represent World Vision in education-related meetings coordination forums and policy dialogues as needed.

Represent World Vision in education-related meetings coordination forums and policy dialogues as needed.

10%

Advocacy and Knowledge Sharing

Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions among target schools and between target and non-target schools to disseminate good practices.

Support policy dialogues with the Ministry of Education to provide recommendations on inclusive education.

Facilitate the documentation and communication of lessons learned and successful practices for sustainability and replication.

5%

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Ensure that all project activities comply with safeguarding principles and the do no harm approach.

Collaborate with Child Protection & Safeguarding Technical Coordinator to provide training on safeguarding and child protection to project and school staff.

Monitor adherence to World Vision policies and donor safeguarding guidelines.

5%

Other

Perform any other duties as assigned by MoFA project staff.

Support the Project Manager with translation tasks when required.

Support the Project Manager with translation tasks when required.

Provide initiative in maintaining positive constructive and supportive communication within MoFA project staff and other shareholders.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience:

Minimum of five years of experience as an Inclusive Education Coordinator or equivalentin an Inclusive Education project.

Proven experience in the field of disability and inclusion particularly in Inclusive Education.

Experience working with at-risk out-of-school and vulnerable children and families.

Proven experience in and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability.

Proven experience with skills in training facilitation and coaching assistant teachers

Experience as a kindergarten teacher kindergarten manager primary school teacher or special education center teacher is considered an asset.

Required Education training license registration and certification:

Bachelors degree in Special Education or a related field.

Excellent command of English and Arabic both written and spoken.

Proficient in using email software and MS Office applications including Word Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications:

Good working knowledge and understanding of designing and implementation of extra curricular education services and relevant international and national standards and guidelines.

Experience in designing and leading English learning and/or life-skills program or similar program is an asset.

Good working knowledge and understanding of the inclusive education.

Experience working with at-risk out of school vulnerable children and families.

Experience in providing training to staff and partners.

Proven capacity to coordinate and coach staff in educational skills.

Experience of and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability.

Good working knowledge of the logical framework approach and project cycle management.

Proven commuter skills for effectively using email software and MS Office Word Excel Power Point.

Experience of implementing Japan funded projects and understanding of donor compliance is preferred.

Other Competencies/Attributes:

Highly motivated to provide quality services for beneficiaries.

Ability to and willingness to travel to project sites on a regular basis.

Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.

Good interpersonal skills and emotional maturity to work with team in harmony.

Demonstrated accountability and professional integrity (including punctuality and ability to work from home).

Well-organized in terms of documentation to meet donor requirement.

Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement

Travel to field (Amman)

Frequency depending on timing of implementation

LanguageRequirements

Excellent English and Arabic skills (oral and written)

Applicant Types Accepted: