Literacy and Programmes Manager - Perbi Cubs

We are on a mission to create a culture of reading across Africa, leading to a continent of successful families. As a team, we value people and are committed to integrity and excellence. We thrive on innovation and creativity and this explains our flexible and fun-filled working environment.

The interplay of success, grace and glory remains evident in the execution of our tasks.

Job Description

• Work Location: Perbi Cubs Office, West Legon, Accra
• Expected Start Date: Immediate

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for a Literacy and Programmes Manager who will provide leadership in providing the best learning experience for our stakeholders. Success in this role means continually creating and implementing research-based programmes that meet the needs of our cherished customers.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Cub Integration and Engagement on e-resources platform (30%).

• Ensure the cubs take their reading assessments at the appropriate times and parents letters are sent after each test.
• Ensure that sufficient books are assigned to each cub according to their reading level.
• Monitor the Literacy and Programmes team to keep track of each cub’s progress and ensure that each cub does the minimum reading required to succeed.
• Draw up, integrate, execute, monitor and evaluate a programme of activities which includes a calendar of activities and incentives for cubs.
• Based on research, create ideas and solutions to increase the cubs engagement.
• Liaise with the marketing and literary teams to roll out engaging programmes.

Strategy (20%)

• Promote effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders (facilitators, parents, guardians,teachers, administrators and policymakers) so that all cubs would love reading and improve in their reading ability.
• Develop an overall research-based strategy that shapes the content of Perbi Cubs programmes.

Curriculum and Reading Interventions (20%)

• Develop and implement programmes to meet the specific needs of cubs who struggle with reading.
• Conduct research and interpret major theories of reading,writing processes and development to understand the needs of all cubs in diverse contexts.
• Research and select assessment tools that provide a systemic framework for assessing the reading, writing, and language growth of all cubs.
• Play an effective role in creating routines and maintaining an affirming learning environment for reading and writing instruction using engaging resources.
• Arrange instructional areas to provide easy access to resources for a variety of individual, small-group, and whole-class activities and support Programme Facilitators in doing the same.

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Team Leadership, Development and Reporting (20%)

• Plan and implement professional development training modules to enhance the efficiency of the Literacy and Programmes Team.
• Routine on-site visits to assess programme facilitation and give constructive feedback.
• Ensure the Literacy and Programmes Team give cubs the best reading, fun and educational experience through excellent customer service and exhibit ethical and professional behavior in literacy instruction.
• Ensure all stakeholders including parents, guardians, teachers, administrators and policymakers enjoy excellent customer experience from the team.
• Design, delegate and monitor the overall output of the Literacy and Programmes team.
• Provide weekly,monthly, termly and annual reports on key activities of the business unit.

Team Leadership and Self Development (5%)

• Recruit, train and supervise first class staff and set high performance standards for staff to handle.
• Play coaching and leadership roles in staff development.
• Assist in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the organisation’s mission.
• Demonstrate initiative and innovation in the execution of your duties and in all dealings with the entire Perbi Cubs team.
• Develop and implement plan for personal and professional development.

Living the Brand- 7 P’s (5%)

•  Uphold the company’s values in the execution of tasks

Required Skills or Experience

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Education or a related field.
• A Master's Degree with a concentration in reading and writing education is an advantage.
• Previous experience in a similar field is an advantage.
• Passionate about children and influencing their lives positively.
• Hardworking, proactive, self-motivated and result-oriented.
• Must love to read relevant educational research papers and glean out the required information to enhance service delivery.
• Exhibit resilience and good critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to relate to people at all levels effectively.
• Good listening skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to supervise teams.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suites and Google Drive.

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