Company Profile

Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA) is a US-based non-profit organisation using the power of media to improve student learning outcomes, teacher effectiveness and community engagement in schools in the developing world. See www.thepoweroftv.orgfor more information. In many countries, girls continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This is the focus of Discovery Girls. with DFID and Discovery Communications support, the project will reach hundreds of schools and communities across Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria over the next 2-3 years. DLA is inviting applications for the two senior-most positions of the project team, to be based in Tamale - the overall Project Manager and the Training & Outreach Manager. In the near future, we will be advertising for additional positions responsible for teacher training and community outreach.

Job Description

In many countries, girts continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This project will address this challenge, reaching hundreds of schools and communities across the Northern Region.

General Description
With strong support and guidance from the Training and Outreach Manager and the Training Coordinator, the Teacher Trainers will deliver on a proven package of high quality, innovative teacher training and support. This will include setting a clear roadmap for teacher training, working with the Training and Outreach Manager and the Training Coordinator to directly engage on behalf of the team with key teacher training stakeholders in the project area. The position will require significant local travel to project sites.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake and deliver training to teachers at each project site.
• Working with the Training and Outreach Manager, collaborate with local Ministry of Education and Ghana Education Service officials, e.g circuit supervisors and trainers, in developing and implementing a training and sustainability plan in the project sites.
• Monitor the progress of teacher training and facilitate evaluation and continuous learning, working with relevant colleagues.
• Ensure strong performance in line with agreed plans and budgets.
• Maintain strong communications with supervisors and with project sites, ensuring the routine flow of information up from project sites and that all reporting requirements are met.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Skills or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education is required.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching and training experience in primary and/or junior secondary schools.
• Training experience in an international development programme setting, particularly with girls' education and/or educational technology initiatives, is strongly preferred.
• Clear understanding of educational priorities and the primary and/or secondary school curriculum.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.  
• Must be flexible, willing to work irregular hours, and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Must also possess demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Fluency in English required and proficiency in one Mamprusi, Dagbani or Gonja language preferred.