FHI 360: Project Director - Refugee Teacher Professional Development System Support in Kenya
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FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development.
Our team of professionals includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment, and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4,000 employees in the United States and around the world.
Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities, and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Project Director for an anticipated 5-year $20 million USD program funded by the LEGO Foundation.
The program is expected to focus on improving comprehensive teacher professional development in Kenya’s refugee hosting counties, empowering key stakeholders surrounding teachers, and generating and using evidence on the impacts of high-quality teacher professional development (TPD) and systems support.
This position will be based in Nairobi and is contingent upon award.
The Project Director will provide leadership and oversight for a consortium of international and national partners with a focus on managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring compliance with national regulations, FHI 360 policies, and donor requirements, and fostering a safe and equitable working environment.
The Project Director will be the primary liaison with the funder, government and UN officials, and other key stakeholders. He or she will be expected to identify challenges and risks and work with other key personnel to adapt programming in a complex operating environment.
Job Description:
Responsible for the overall direction, planning, implementation, and management of the project as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Oversee a team of senior technical and operational staff and ensure strong communication and coordination with and between all team members.
Manage partnerships and ensure strong lines of communication and collaboration are established and maintained.
Oversee the planning of all project activities and set high quality performance targets ensuring adherence to technical standards, best practices, and donor guidelines.
Oversee strategies and interventions to ensure excellence and accountability to beneficiaries and LEGO Foundation.
Represent the project internally and externally to donors, stakeholders, implementing partners and government and UN counterparts.
Produce and present papers at local, regional, and international fora to share experiences and emerging best practices.
Ensure financial and grants management compliance with FHI 360 and LEGO Foundation rules and regulations.
Ensure timely, high-quality, and complete submission of work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by LEGO Foundation.
Promote sustainability of the project activities through linkages to other programs, integration with national TPD systems, tools and materials, and capacity building of project staff and local stakeholders.
Coordinate with FHI 360 HQ teams on management and technical oversight and support.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, international development, education, economics, or a related field from an accredited university; Masters and/or Ph.D. preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of experience managing complex donor-funded activities in challenging environments.
Minimum of 8 years in strategic leadership of line management positions.
Demonstrated ability to manage and support diverse teams in challenging environments.
Demonstrated experience leading consortia.
Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity.
Demonstrated leadership, organizational development, partnership-building, managerial, teambuilding and communication skills.
Proven ability to develop relationships and coordinate with government officials, UN agencies, civil society, and non-governmental organizations.
Previous experience leading large teacher professional development activities.
Previous experience supporting refugees in Kenya or other contexts is strongly preferred.
Previous experience working with the Kenyan Ministry of Education or Teacher Service Commission is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with Kenya’s Competency Based Curriculum, play based learning, MHPSS/SEL, and inclusion strongly preferred.
Fluency in English.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.
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About us
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.
FHI 360 staff working in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of the type of project or client they serve, or of their employment status (full/part-time, remote, telework, or in-office), unless an accommodation applies. FHI 360 complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
FHI 360 will never ask you for your career site username or password, and we will never request money, goods or services during the application, recruitment or employment process. If you have questions or concerns about correspondence from us, please email [email protected].
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