ADRA Rwanda seeks to hire a highly-qualified, dedicated, and experienced Professional for the role of a Connected Learning Coach in Mahama refugee camp, in Kirehe district. The ProFuturo Connected Learning Project,is implemented by ADRA Rwanda with financial support from ProFuturo in partnership with UNHCR. ProFuturo is a digital education programme created by Telefónica Foundation and la Caixa Foundation to narrow the education gap in the world by improving the quality of education of boys and girls living in vulnerable environments throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia.

JOB PROFILE

Title:  Connected Learning Coach (CLC).

Title of project: ProFuturo Connected Learning Programme (PCLP)

Duty Station: Kirehe

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Duration: One Year

Contract Type: Individual Contractor

Start date: ASAP

JOB DESCRIPTION

Connected Learning Coach, Mahama camp, Kirehe district, Paysannat L, A,B,C,D & E schools.

 Overall purpose and scope of the position

The Connected Learning Coach is a staff of ADRA Rwanda  reporting to the Conneted Learning Manager (CLM) and works closely with the ADRA Education team in Mahama refugee camp to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the Profuturo programme in  Paysannat L/A-B-C-D-E integrated schools in Mahama Refugee camp.

KEY ACTIVITIES

Responsibility for the management of the Connected Learning Classroom

  1. With colleagues, develop a timetable for equitable use of the classroom across grades and subjects, and ensure that this is implemented;
  2. Manage the tablets including basic maintenance;
  3. Serve as the primary custodian of classroom equipment; responsible for their secure storage as well as tracking the movement and location of the physical assets;
  4. Report any technical issues with equipment in a timely manner;
  5. With colleagues and the Programme Manager, develop and implement usage policies and procedures;
  6. Support the rollout of content onto the tablets and other hardware.

Provide training and support to other teachers

  1. Design and deliver in-service training to teachers in your location;
  2. Give feedback to teachers on their use of the Connected Learning Classroom;
  3. With relevant colleagues and partners, design and share model lessons;
  4. Explore and share relevant content including for teacher professional development.

Facilitate training and extracurricular programmes for students

  1. Design and deliver ICT training through extracurricular clubs designed for your location;
  2. Support the establishment of relevant clubs (etc) for students;
  3. Work with the UNHCR and Profuturo teams to design unique learning experiences for students that leverage the Connected Learning Classroom.

Support the monitoring and data collection in the Connected Learning Classroom

  1. Encourage and facilitate teachers and students to complete relevant assessment surveys, and online data collection forms;
  2. Regularly observe lessons in the classroom and complete relevant online data collection forms;
  3. Support visits to your school by the Programme Manager, UNHCR staff, Profuturo staff, and other partners
  4. Support in collecting and analyzing relevant data to assess the impact of the programme;
  5. Undertake interviews and collect case studies and stories from students in the school.

Reinforce productivity, health, safety, and comfort

  1. Ensure that Connected Learning Classroom is sufficiently free from obvious threats such as loose. electrical outlets and that users understand the basic safety rules to prevent or reduce injuries and damage of equipment.
  2. Ensure damaged furniture or equipment in the Classroom is repaired and documented.
  3. Ensure that Classroom, equipment, and storage area are clean and well ventilated.
  4. Ensure hygiene and other social distancing mechanisms are in place to align to national standards.
  5. Ensure that online privacy is understood and that Classroom users understand the risks as well as the benefits associated with the Internet.

REPORTING

Produce timely activity reports to document progress and decisions, identify challenges and mitigation measures, and track programme outputs and progress.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • University degree in one of the following related areas: ICT, Education/Project Management.

a background in education and knowledge of educational technology.

Possession of the following specific qualifications will be an added advantage

a)Bachelor of Education (Hons) Mathematics and Computer Science (Secondary) or b)Continuous Professional Development Diploma in Educational Mentorship and Coaching( CPDC-EMC) or c)Continuous Professional Development Certificate in Educational Mentorship and Coaching (CPDC-EMC).

  • Experience working in harsh environments with low bandwidth field technologies.
  • Demonstrated experience and skills in facilitation and delivering trainings including coaching and mentoring at individual and group levels.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting data collection for monitoring and reporting.
  • Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Excellent teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Solid writing skills and an understanding of project management cycle and programme management in complex emergencies.
  • Experience with various distributed ICT Systems and Networks, preferably in a development setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting or supporting class work monitoring
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong understanding and experience in motivating digital literacy amongst youth.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills s/he must be able to relate well with others, share responsibilities, offer support and constructive feedback.
  • S/he must be able to adeptly and quickly solve problems as they come up.

COMPETENCIES and VALUES

Values

  • Integrity
  • Professionalism
  • Respect for Diversity Core Competencies

Core Competencies

  • Accountability
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning
  • Client & Results Orientation
  • Organizational Awareness

Candidates may also be tested on relevant managerial and cross functional competencies. Examples are listed below:

Managerial Competencies

  • Empowering & Building Trust
  • Managing Performance
  • Judgment & Decision Making
  • Managing Resources

Cross – Functional Competencies

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Technological Awareness
  • Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Capability & Adaptability

TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit their letter of application and curriculum vitae (CV) to the Human Resource officer of ADRA Rwanda, with copy to  HER Programs Manager, indicating : Application for the post of :  Connected Learning Coach via email until Friday 12 March 2021 at 12pm (noon).

Send your application to the following emails: erecruitment@adra.org.rw , and reuben@adra.org.rw

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