Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines.
Assist a range of support with the implementation of the Education portfolio according to the plan of action
Implements independently procedures and activities within own function or core competency as delegated
Responsible for organizing and delivery of tasks in line with priorities and standards
Develop and maintain knowledge of the specialist area of work in which technical assistance and support are being provided, in order to be most effective in supporting the tea
Use initiative in day-to-day problem-solving in line with agreed procedures, priorities and standards for the area of work
Prepare and develop status reports as required by management.
Ensure proper filing of documents according to NRC policy.
Promote and share ideas for improvement in your area of expertise

Specific responsibilities

Involve and inform the communities and community leaders about the activities.
Prepare weekly activity plans and submit weekly updates on achievement.
Work for the procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment in timely and according to the procedure.
Assist with training the incentive workers and closely support and monitor their work.
To plan and monitor the project activities in collaboration with the teams such as field assessments, distribution of scholastic and training materials
Prepare the required documentation of the project according to the operational plan and M&E plan
To contribute to the implementation of the project activities at the local level, in close collaboration with the communities, partners, and local authorities.
To work closely with local organizations like VSO
Contribute to the introduction of new technology, methods, and approaches to improve the quality of the activities
Assist the education project team in the identification of new projects and new areas of intervention.

Competencies

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organization to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies:

Minimum 2 years experience working with Education as a Technical Assistant in a humanitarian/recovery context.
Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts.
B.Sc./BA degree in education, educational planning and management or other related fields
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
Good knowledge of English, both written and verbal

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

Good knowledge of the area and context in the Benishangul Gumuz Region
Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in local languages.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Some experience working on community mobilization activities in a humanitarian/recovery context
Fluency in local languages is a requirement.

Behavioural competencies