Oxfam Job Vacancy For Project Officer - ITE

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.Oxfam aims to bring lasting solutions for poverty, and injustice in the Ghana. Oxfam has worked in Ghana since 1986 with the focus on bridging the gap between progress made in the north and south, sustainable agricultural livelihoods, free universal quality education and health care, and promoting accountable governance and transparency in natural resource revenue management

The Role

In collaboration with relevant partners (Ghana Education Service, District Assemblies and Civil society organization partner, Library without Borders) and under the supervision of the Education Programme and Policy Coordinator ensure the effective  planning and effective implementation of the Innovation for Transformative Education (ITE) project in the Sawla and Kpandai Districts to achieve the objectives and key performance indicators for the Project as well as contribute to the overall objectives of Oxfam’s Inequality Programme in Ghana. Lead in the modelling, learning and documentation of the application of innovation (i.e. the use of Ideasbox and KoomBooks) to promote transformative education for active citizenship and promote equality in education.

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What we are looking for

We are looking for a strong team player who is able to engage with team members; contribute to initiatives that would support the Education pillar in Oxfam in Ghana and who has special expertise in the application of ICT innovation and/or learner-centred pedagogy.The ideal candidate should have highly developed planning skills with ability to prioritise, coordinate, control and forward plan several tasks at the same time, without supervision and within tight timing constraints. Should have In-depth knowledge and experience in social development programme with good knowledge of the educational and cultural contexts of project districts/area in the Northern Region. Demonstrable numerical skills and confident with budgets and spreadsheets Strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to the goals of Oxfam, especially related to gender justice, diversity and human rightsExcellent communicator, able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Computer literate (Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint). The ability to learn new applications. Demonstrable commitment and sensitivity to Oxfam’s values and understanding of gender and diversity issues.Supporting all the above competencies, will require at least university degree in development studies or the social sciences and not less than three years’ experience doing development work. A master’s degree in project management is desirable.Detailed job description, including desired competencies is attached.We offerThis role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth and children in Ghana and to act as key contributor to education sector. You will have the opportunity to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in various areas like extractives economic justice etc, Training and development is available and we offer fair pay and competitive benefits package 

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

 Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.