Position Description
As part of KPLP, the Online Learning Advisor will act as a senior technical advisor, pivotal in strengthening capacities in online learning and ensuring educational continuity. This role entails leading technical assistance and collaboration in the development and implementation of online learning and training programs, and education technologies. The successful candidate will possess outstanding technical skills and a proven track record of effective collaboration with project teams, the MOE, government agencies, and other education sector stakeholders. The Online Learning Advisor will report to the Deputy Chief of Party. This is a full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Online Learning Advisor’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Lead the collaborative technical planning, development, and implementation of online initiatives, ensuring their alignment with the comprehensive education technology strategy and CBC-aligned language and literacy programs.
Leads technical assistance and collaboration in the development and implementation of online learning pilots and programs.
Collaboratively design and execute high-quality, innovative online training plans and programs, focusing on language literacy instruction and inclusive pedagogy.
Provide technical assistance to the development and refinement of online and hybrid teacher training and professional development materials and processes, adopting a hands-on approach to ensure their effectiveness and accessibility.
Engage with MOE and Kenyan government counterparts at the central and decentralized levels in planning and implementation of teacher professional development activities, building on existing content and materials.
Collaborate with technical team members in developing and implementing instruments for monitoring fidelity of implementation.
Collaborate with KPLP administration and finance teams to streamline planning, budgeting, and operational aspects of online education initiatives.
Ensure diligent collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to online learning activities to inform continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
Contribute to the development and execution of the collaboration, learning, and adapting (CLA) agenda, emphasizing the role of technology in enhancing educational outcomes.
Prepare data and information for project quarterly and annual reports, and other data as required.
Qualifications
The candidate for the position of Online Learning Advisor shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:
Education:
Master’s degree in educational technology, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, or related field.
Skills and Experience:
8 to 9 years of progressively responsible experience in the design and development of online learning programs.
Demonstrated technical expertise in online and hybrid education strategies, with a focus on language literacy instruction and inclusive pedagogy.
Expert knowledge in the design of effective, inclusive curriculum, materials, and instructional approaches in a bilingual and transitional early grade literacy learning context.
Proven ability to provide high-quality technical assistance in the development of online and hybrid teacher training and professional development materials and processes.
Proficiency in designing and implementing monitoring tools to ensure fidelity and effectiveness of online education programs.
Proficiency in preparing detailed progress reports and annual summaries.
Experience in coordinating with central and district-level education authorities.
Knowledge of gender-responsive teaching methodologies and inclusive education practices.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Ability to multitask.
Language:
Fluency in oral and written English and proficiency in Kiswahili is required.
Other:
Applicants must be Kenyan nationals or hold current work authorization.
Closing date
8 Feb 2024
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