1. Role and responsibilities

The purpose of the assistant position is to assist in the day-to-day implementation of the education project. Education technuical assistant will support all field-level operations including NRC direct implementation and partner implementation (school repair, Better Learning Program (BLP), catch up programs, youth programs, NFI and others).

Generic responsibilities

Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines, with strict adherence to the Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding policies.Assist a range of support with the implementation of the Education CC portfolio according to work plan.Implement and monitor project activities upon workplan under coordination of Education Project Coordinator.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 team.Use initiative in day-to-day problem-solving in line with agreed procedures, priorities, and standards for the area of workPrepare and develop status reports as required by management.Promote and share ideas for improvement in your area of expertise.Ensure proper filing of documents.Promote the rights of refugees, IDPs, returnees, and the host community in line with SPERE and INEE Minimum Standards.

Specific responsibilities

To assist in the implementation of education activities under the direction of the Education Coordinator.Provide support to NRC school repair, BLP, youth, and catch-up activities, NFI in line with NRC quality standards.Ensure direct communication and feedback with project participants and relevant host communities.Ensure ongoing monitoring and reporting of projects at the field level.Maintain and regularly update databases used by the Education Team to ensure accuracy and data integrity.Regularly travel to the field to support education, recreation, and psycho-social support (PSS) activities (direct and partners’ implementations).Organize, and support teacher training, education personnel training, and training of trainers (ToT) training on subjects including teacher wellbeing, child protection, and psycho-social support.Follow up on school repairment activities in coordination with the Shelter team and other relevant NRC Core Competencies.Follow up on partners' activities in coordination with the Education Coordinator.Identify community-based organizations / other local organizations for potential PSS/Mental Health/catch-up and youth partnerships and support the coordination.Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager.

2. Competencies

Professional competencies

Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts; ability to remain calm and professional in tense situations.Solid computer skills, including MS Word, Outlook required.Strong proficiency in MS Excel and proven track of record of applying MS Excel in the previous roles.Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.Ability to work diligently both independently and in a team setting.Experience in handling supporting documentation related to procurement processes, including agreements, invoices, and acceptance acts, is an asset.Experience working in the education sector in Ukraine is an asset.Experience working in a humanitarian/emergency context is an asset.Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian, both written and verbal required; intermediate English language skills required.

Behavioural competencies

Handling insecure environmentsAnalysingPlanning and delivering resultsCommunicating with impact and respect (especially when dealing with affected communities)

Context/specific skills, knowledge and experience:

Good understanding of the education system in Ukraine. Knowledge of the Education in Emergencies context is preferredUnderstanding of the circumstances, needs and challenges trauma-affected children faceUnderstanding of the role of education in meeting the needs of trauma-affected childrenExperience working with children and/or educators; MoES-level experience a plusExperience in community mobilization and/or relationship buildingCandidates with a university and/or advanced degree preferred

What do We Offer

This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Ukraine. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.

We offer an opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause and a chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields.

We are also looking for people who share our values:

To be dedicated in what we do;To be innovative with our solutions;To act as one unified and inclusive team;To be accountable to the donors that make our work possible.