Education project assistant in People in Need

Place of work: Dnipro

Start date: June 2024

Duration of the contract: 7 months (including a 3-month trial period) with a possible extension if funding is available

The organization "Man in Trouble" has been operating in Ukraine since the beginning of August 2014 and Since then, humanitarian programs have been expanding rapidly. Currently, "A person in need" is one of the main humanitarian organizations in Ukraine, which provides neutral and independent humanitarian assistance to people affected by the conflict.

PIN is an equal opportunity employer, so applications are accepted from all qualified applicants without discrimination on any basis, including race, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and others. PIN accepts applications from representatives of various groups and values ​​diversity.

General information about the role of the employee:

Under the general direction of the (Lead) Project Specialist with of education, the Project Assistant for Education supports the program department, provides support for the implementation of programs to increase access to education in the region, coordinates the work of engineers, specialists and program assistants. Closely cooperates with specialists from other aid sectors and the program administrator.

Typical duties:

• Helps in the implementation of the project in Dnipropetrovsk /Kharkiv region
• Involved in the following activities: 1) restoration of educational institutions, formation of digital-learning centers; 2) improvement of qualifications of participants in the educational process; 3) psychosocial support of participants in the educational process
• Monitors the implementation of the methodology for local facilitators
• Cooperates with consortium partners and other stakeholders
• Responsible for project reporting and archiving of education.

Required experience and qualifications

• Higher education in the field of education
• Desirable work experience in education system
• Experience working in complex and unpredictable environments (preferred)
• Experience working with children with special educational needs
• Demonstrated patience, enthusiasm and strong personal skills with attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively with team members
• Experience facilitating training
• Computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel) and typing skills in English

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on PIN salary scale: 970 USD GROSS before taxes;
• Health insurance;
• Positive work environment in an established and growing humanitarian organization;
• Reimbursement of travel expenses between offices and work areas;
• Professional development opportunities through various capacity-building activities such as trainings, seminars, etc.;
• 28 days annual leave + 3 New Year's bonus days inleaves of absence.

Application Procedure:

Please send clearly marked resumes and motivation letter. Please note that we will only contact selected candidates. Written tests and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed upon confirmation of candidacy for the position.

Please note that PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.