Senior Program Officer
Results For DevelopmentLocation not specified
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Posted January 29, 2025
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Job Description
The Senior Program Officer will play a key role in the Global Education practice at Results for Development, managing a portfolio of Helpdesk Requests related to education technology issues and providing technical assistance to decision makers in low- and middle-income countries. This position involves analytical work, project management, and collaboration with global teams to support evidence-based practices in education.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of active Helpdesk Requests for the EdTech Hub.
- Coordinate and collaborate with global teams to address specific requests.
- Develop terms of reference, workplans, and manage corresponding budgets.
- Conduct research and synthesize evidence on country context and EdTech tools.
- Produce high-quality work products including presentations, reports, and communications.
- Track progress of products against EdTech Hub milestones and targets.
- Develop and facilitate workshops and events for stakeholders.
- Oversee delivery of technical assistance and manage workstreams and budgets.
- Manage and guide EdTech Hub's roster of technical consultants.
- Stay updated on trends in education and EdTech for business development opportunities.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis on technology use in education.
- Strengthen EdTech Hub networks within research, international development, and education communities.
- Support business development initiatives and maintain stakeholder relationships.
Requirements
- Undergraduate or graduate training in international development, education, social sciences, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of relevant work experience in education and/or EdTech.
- Experience working in or with low- and middle-income countries.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to deliver high-quality outputs and results within tight timeframes.
- Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
- Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in international education, preferably EdTech.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Full professional fluency in written and spoken English.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range
Hybrid on-site remote work schedule
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in work environment
Comprehensive employee benefits
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