Jobs

Ongoing Recruitment at Creative Associates International

Creative Associates International provides outstanding, on-the-ground development services and forges partnerships to deliver sustainable solutions to global challenges. Its experts focus on building inclusive educational systems, transitioning communities from conflict to peace, developing sustainable economic growth, engaging youth, promoting transparent elections and more. Creative is recognized for its ability to quickly adapt and excel in conflict and post-conflict environments.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict

Job ID: 2020-1781
Location: North East, Nigeria

Position Summary

Creative is seeking a Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict for an anticipated donor-funded project in Nigeria.
The Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict is responsible for ensuring that children and youth in activity-supported schools and communities achieve improved learning outcomes in selected subjects, including literacy and numeracy, and social-emotional learning.
S/he will provide technical leadership and support to program staff and stakeholders to drive improvements in children's educational opportunities and performance.
S/he will lead efforts to improve educational quality in target regions/districts through the development of foundational curriculum in literacy and numeracy, teacher training and professional development support, student assessment, and support for students' and teachers' wellbeing and engagement. In addition, the Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict position may include state leadership responsibilities.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict will report to the Deputy Chief of Party (COP) and provide technical leadership and support for technical education field officers, as well as overseeing strategic and day-to-day implementation of state-level activities.

Responsibilities

Supervise the implementation of educational activities and provide technical support and guidance to program staff in targeted regions/districts;
Provide technical leadership and ensure complementarity of activity approaches in training, literacy, numeracy, and socio-emotional learning across the geographic areas;
Provide technical inputs into the implementation of inclusive education activities and ensures that activities and approaches across geographic areas are equitable, address the needs of underserved populations and those in need of inclusive education;
Ensure the curriculum for older children and youth cultivates agency via community service learning and action civics;
Provide technical leadership related classroom and supplemental learning materials;
Provide technical inputs and leadership for the implementation of key assessments and research and assist with the process of development and field testing to validate instruments, analyze results and adapt instruments;
Supervise and provide quality assurance to the production of activity-supported materials, training, coaching, and student testing efforts;
Liaise with government representatives and technicians and other stakeholders on technical matters;
Maintain regular communication with the project field staff, DCOP, and COP;
Responsible for management, leadership, and mentorship of technical staff across the team;
Ensure that the technical advisors provide information for weekly, quarterly, and annual program updates and reports;
Promote a team approach and a learning culture across all operational support services on the state team to prioritize and ensure responsive, quality support to the delivery of programs;
Ensure the consistent implementation of the project at the state level with adherence to donor policies and procedures across all operational support services;
Represent the project in meetings and events at the state level.

Qualifications
Required Skills & Qualifications:

A Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in education, education administration, supervision, development studies, political science, conflict resolution, public administration, or a related field from an accredited university;
At least seven (7) years of experience managing an aspect of early grade literacy projects in formal or non-formal education settings, including two (2) years of experience working on conflict programs;
Prior experience with the development and implementation of evidence-based education materials, and preferably materials in local languages, training programs, classroom monitoring protocols, and tests and assessments;
Deep understanding of principles and concepts of literacy, numeracy and socio-emotional learning, and tools to assess those skills;
Demonstrated experience improving evidence-based education programming including to rural, ethnolinguistic, and underserved populations;
Ability to translate complex, technical concepts to a range of stakeholders, with differing levels of knowledge;
Strong diplomacy skills; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with partners, donors, and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment;
Proficient and fluent in written and spoken English; strong oral and written communication skills;
Experience working in education programs in conflict-affected contexts required.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Expertise in conflict assessment and mapping, managing complex partnerships and cross-cutting projects, local and national institutional building;
Prior experience with supporting the civil-society and parental engagement of reading is preferred, but not required;
Prior experience in developing gender-sensitive and inclusive education activities; and
Experience working in Northern Nigeria.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Senior Non-Formal Education and Teacher Professional Development Specialist

Job ID: 2021-1947
Location: Northeast Nigeria
Career Category: Program / Project Management

Background

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, governance and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary

Creative is seeking a Senior Non-Formal Education/Teacher Professional Development (NFE/TPD) Specialist for an anticipated donor-funded project in Nigeria.
The Senior NFE/TPD Specialist is responsible for overseeing NFE facilitator and teacher professional development and support activities for the anticipated project to ensure that educators have the skills and support needed to achieve improved learning outcomes in selected subjects, including literacy, numeracy, and social emotional learning, for children and youth.
S/he will lead efforts to improve educational quality in target regions/districts through teacher training and professional development leadership and support to the project team, partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.

Reporting Supervision:

The Senior NFE/TPD Specialist will report to the Senior Advisor for Education in Conflict and provide technical leadership and support for NFE/TPD activities and staff in both the project main and field offices.

Responsibilities

Serves as the technical lead overseeing learning facilitator and teacher professional development and support activities for project main and field offices.
Trains and provides support to trainers and implementing CSOs in all activities related to the professional development and support of teachers and learning facilitators.
Supports the development and field testing of strategies, tools, and resources for teacher and learning facilitator training and ongoing support, and ensures their dissemination and use.
Supervises the implementation of introductory workshops and meetings, and the implementation of all master trainer's workshops.
Provides capacity development support to state and local government counterparts around implementation of non-formal and formal teacher professional development and support programs.
Contributes to efforts to track, monitor, and evaluate inputs, outputs, and outcomes of facilitator/teacher professional development and support activities, in close coordination with the M&E team.
Provides guidance and needed inputs to other staff working on facilitator/teacher professional development and support activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Undergraduate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Education, Education Administration, Supervision, Development Studies, Political Science, Conflict Resolution, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited university, master's degree preferred.
At least six (6) years of general work experience, with at least four (4) years of experience on early grade literacy projects in formal or non-formal education settings, including two (2) years of experience working on conflict programs
Prior experience and demonstrated skills with the development and implementation of teacher and learning facilitator training, support, and monitoring programs and protocols, including those that are evidence-based, in local languages, and tailored for crisis and conflict environments
Demonstrated understanding of pedagogical concepts and skills around literacy, numeracy and socio-emotional learning, and how to impart these concepts and skills to educators
Demonstrated experience improving evidence-based education programming including to rural, ethnolinguistic, and underserved populations
Demonstrated experience in coaching and mentoring of teachers and learning facilitators
Able to translate complex, technical concepts to a range of stakeholders, with differing levels of knowledge
Proficient and fluent in written and spoken English and strong oral and written communication skills
Experience working in education programs in conflict-affected contexts.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Prior experience with supporting civil-society and parental engagement of reading is preferred, but not required
Prior experience in developing gender sensitive and inclusive education activities
Proficiency in Hausa, Kanuri, or other languages spoken in Northeast Nigeria
Experience working in Northeast Nigeria.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Grants Officer

Job ID: 2021-1948
Location: Northeast Nigeria

Background

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic development and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary

Creative is seeking a Grants Officer for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria. The Grants Officer will provide administrative and technical guidance and support to the Chief of Party and staff on the design of grant applications and enforcement of guidelines and regulations for project grants.

Expected Outcomes:

Ensuring efficient grants management in accordance with USAID regulations
Proper management of grant funds by grantee organizations
Development and implementation of systems to properly manage, monitor, and report grant performance in accordance with USAID and Creative policies, practices, rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Provide grants advice to project staff on grant related matters
Facilitate grant trainings for project staff, grantees, and other external stakeholders, as applicable
Ensure the diligent use of Creative's grants management system, SMART by relevant project staff
Ensure compliance with the project's grants manual, and identify/suggest improvements to reflect project realities
Facilitate and provide advisory assistance to grant applicants on the application process
Facilitate capacity building for grantees on grants management skills, as needed
Facilitate the evaluation of grant concepts/applications for technical and budget soundness and compliance with donor regulations (ADS 302, 303, 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 700, etc.), recommending award actions to the Chief of Party
Coordinating the issuance of awards and maintaining file documentation through the upkeep of Creative's grants management system, SMART
Facilitating the monitoring and oversight of grant implementation in coordination with M&E and program staff through verification of milestone deliverables, site visits, and other mechanisms, as applicable; and
Preparing scheduled and special reports, studies and analyses regarding the small grants program.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Management, Financial Analysis or Accounting desirable; Master's degree preferred
At least four (4) years of experience with sub-grants management, including disbursement and reporting, preferably in Nigeria; minimum of three (2) years working in international development
Solid understanding of donor regulations and procedures pertaining to grants management (ADS 302, ADS 303, 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 700, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects
Ability to analyze cost applications and prepare reports and recommendations on whether applicants should be funded
Ability to analyze budget line items for compliance with budget guidelines
Proven records maintenance and database management skills; and
Speaking, writing and reading fluency in English required. Fluency in Hausa, Kanuri, or other languages spoken in Northeast Nigeria preferred.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Logistics and Procurement Officer

Job ID: 2021-1951
Location: North East, Nigeria

Background
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary
Creative is seeking a Logistics and Procurement Officer for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria. The Logistics and Procurement Officer will be responsible for reviewing overall procurement processes to ensure compliance with Creative policy and procedures, tracking procurement of goods and services through the procurement cycle, ensuring that adequate competition is achieved for procurements, providing regular procurement mentoring to project staff to support project implementation, and coordinating with Creative HQ Procurement. In addition, the Logistics and Procurement Officer will be responsible for working with the Security and Operations Manager and other team members to support logistics as needed to ensure smooth project implementation and operations.

Reporting & Supervision
The Logistics and Procurement Officer will report to the Security and Operations Manager, with a dotted line relationship to Creative HQ Procurement and Field Operations.

Responsibilities
Procurement:

Establish, lead, and implement procurement processes and logistics to support activity implementation for the project, strictly following all rules and regulations including:
- Creative Procurement policies and procedures
- ADS (Automated Directive System)
- FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations)
- CFR (U.S. Code of Federal Regulations)
- AAPD (Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directive)
- Local Nigerian Law
Coordinate with other members of the operations and technical teams.
Work with Project Technical team to prepare the annual Project Procurement Plan to maximize efficiency and coordination in the procurement of goods and services.
Conduct market research for each type of procurement and maintain a data base of vendors and items commonly needed by the project.
Determine the most reasonable and expeditious process for procurement in compliance with Creative policies and procedures and USAID regulations.
Prepare and issue solicitation documents based on approved requisition received.
Provide clarifications to all vendors when required and prepare and issue solicitation modifications when applicable.
Ensure confidentiality throughout procurement and vendor selection process.
Facilitate the evaluation process for each solicitation according to Creative's procurement policy.
Ensure proper documentation of the selection of vendors using the Creative's official templates.
Lead negotiations with vendors
Prepare and issue Purchase Orders or Sub-Contracts
Draft, negotiate, and manage Short-term Technical Assistance Consultancy Agreements, Fixed Price Service Agreements, and subcontracts.
Verify quality and quantity of products according to the context and/or needs of the beneficiary, community, and/or Project ensuring proper documentation of the delivery.
Process payment for vendors verifying invoices are consistent with Purchases Orders.
Review all payment requests for ongoing subcontracts and make sure that all the required forms are appropriately and consistently filled out and requested before being submitted to finance.
Ensure procurement files comply with Creative's policies and procedures.
Prepare procurement reports on monthly basis.

Logistics:

Provides oversight of Vehicle logs, vehiclemaintenance as applicable.
Identify Vehicle needs and review driver time sheets as applicable.
Facilitate customs clearances for project property.
Coordinate transportation and delivery of procurement and inventory.
Conduct and update inventory database of the office on a monthly basis.
Oversee logistics, events management, and transportation in accordance with project needs, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business management, procurement or logistics; Master's degree preferred;
At least four (4) years of management experience with project implementation, managing logistics and procurement, preferably in Nigeria; minimum of three years working in international development;
Solid understanding of donor regulations and procedures pertaining to acquisitions;
Demonstrated ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects;
Ability to analyze budget line items for compliance with budget guidelines;
Proven records maintenance and database management skills; and
Speaking, writing and reading fluency in English required; fluency in Hausa, Kanuri, or another language spoken in Northeast Nigeria preferred

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Senior Security and Operations Manager

Job ID: 2021-1950
Location: Northeast Nigeria

Background

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary

Creative is seeking a Senior Security and Operations Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria
The Senior Security and Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing security considerations, including coordination, planning, and mitigation efforts, for the project, as well as managing project operational processes, including supervising the grants, procurement, logistics, IT, and HR teams
This position will coordinate closely with Creative HQ and Regional Security teams and the Creative HQ Field Operations team.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Senior Security and Operations Manager will report to the Chief of Party, with a dotted line relationship to Creative HQ/Regional Security and Creative HQ Field Operations.

Responsibilities
Security:

Provide security, safety and risk mitigation advice and recommendations to the COP
Ensure that project staff complies with project security procedures
Monitor and analyze the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and brief the COP accordingly
Distribute threat warnings to all staff as appropriate
Oversee movement control and coordination for the project, including driver and vehicle deployment and staff whereabouts
Oversee any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties
Report security incidents, violations and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to the COP, the appointing authority and the HQ Security Department
Ensure all new employee/contractor personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings
Verify that all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair
Work with the HQ/Regional Security Manager to maintain the project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP
Serve as the liaison with the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer and/or equivalent U.S. Government personnel for project security matters, in coordination with the COP
Ensure that the Creative Sensitive Information (CSI) Plan is distributed to and is being followed by project staff.

Operations:

Ensure streamlined operations systems in line with Creative and donor rules and regulations
Provide oversight over administrative and logistical support to the portfolio of programs
Ensure an in-depth awareness of operational issues in the context
Oversees all operations as related to human resources, logistics, procurement, facilities and transportation
Establishes operations systems to ensure strong support for program goals and to provide flexibility to meet the changing security situation
Works with the Chief of Party to review operations and objectives, and ensures all aspects of project are compliant with USAID policies and Creative procedures
Manage and oversee staff responsible for arranging travel and logistics for staff and project equipment and inventory
Train, and mentor key team members in the areas of administration, logistics, human resources, procurement, budgeting and finance
Respond to requests from donor and supervisors as needed.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Security Systems, Security, Operations, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
At least 8 years of general work experience required
At least 4 years of security management experience in the context of international development; field-based security and crisis management experience
At least 3 years of experience supervising complex, high-speed, and challenging field operations in developing countries
At least 3 years of supervisory experience with groups of teams of staff required
Familiarity with Security, HR, finance, logistics, procurement and administrative systems
Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols
Experience with operations, logistics and subcontracts
Previous experience with USAID-funded projects and education projects
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information
Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in, diverse work environments
Previous work experience in hostile, post-conflict environments, preferably in West Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English required
Fluency in Hausa, Kanuri, or other languages spoken in Northeast Nigeria highly desired.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Human Resources Manager

Job ID: PI136471130
Location: North East, Nigeria

Background
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary
Creative is seeking a Human Resources (HR) Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria. The HR Manager will lead HR practices and objectives that will provide a high-performance team culture that emphasizes employee engagement, performance management, and the recruitment and ongoing professional development of project staff. The HR Manager will be responsible for the maintenance of processes and metrics that support the achievement of the project's goals which includes ensuring compliance with Creative and donor/client human resources policies, procedures, and regulations.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Human Resources Manager will report directly to the project Security and Operations Manager. The HR Manager will liaise as needed with the HQ HR Operations Manager on related project and corporate HR matters.

Responsibilities

Manage HR office operations for the project main and field offices, ensuring compliance with Creative and client HR rules and regulations;
Lead / coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process including finalization of job descriptions, advertisement of vacancies, review of applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews alongside project senior management, checking candidate references, and collecting new hire documents;
Lead onboarding / orientation of new project hires;
Manage employee benefits enrollment and ensure all inquiries and challenges faced by employees regarding their insurances are handled;
Coordinate the performance evaluation process;
Provide information and advice to project staff regarding HR policies and procedure;
Responsible for coordinating staff training and establishing staff development plans based on staff appraisals and evaluations;
Receives and logs various grievances or complaints from employees; consults with HQ HR Operations Manager and legal counsel regarding difficult cases and provides recommended solutions prior to forwarding complaints to management for review;
Provide oversight related to the updating of personnel files and other related HR documents including employment agreements, amendments, time sheets, calendar holidays and leaves;
Provide information as required by Compliance Officers/Auditors during audits; and
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or a related field;
At least six (6) years of progressively responsible HR experience;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Excellent record keeping and documentation skills;
Familiarity with donor / client rules and regulations;
Familiarity with local employment law;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; and
Verbal and written working proficiency in English; proficiency in Hausa, Kanuri, or another language spoken in Northeast Nigeria preferred.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Call for Expert

Job ID: 2021-1830
Location: North East, Nigeria

Background

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Creative is preparing for an anticipated education project in Northeast Nigeria. The anticipated Activity aims to support out of school children and youth by providing basic education opportunities through safe and inclusive nonformal and formal education for children and youth.

Responsibilities
Creative seeks qualified technical experts in the following areas to serve as full-time, long-term staff:

Student Performance and Wellbeing: inclusive of subject-matter specialists (Reading, Numeracy, English, and psychosocial wellbeing), materials development and distribution, and classroom assessment
Teacher Development: inclusive of in-service training / coaching, training / coaching, and teacher management
School Safety: inclusive of violence prevention, student support / enrichment, and community / parental outreach
School Administration
Education Policy, Management, and Institutional Capacity Building
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Education: inclusive of early-grade reading assessments

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, International Development, or related field, an advanced degree is preferred.
At least six (6) years of experience working in the technical fields listed above in Nigeria
Experience working with donor-funded programming, experience working with USAID programming is highly preferred.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; and
Fluency in English is required.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Application Deadline 10th June, 2021.