Creative Associates Overview:
Creative Associates International Inc. 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.
Program Overview:
The five-year READ II project, funded by USAID, will boost the quality of literacy instruction and student support, reaching out to children at risk of failure and dropout caused by cognitive, emotional and physical effects of hunger, violence, and displacement. READ II seeks to better equip teachers with effective early grade reading instruction techniques and materials in seven mother-tongue languages and English, while simultaneously building a culture of reading in the school, home and community.
Position Summary:
The Decentralized Systems Specialist will ensure effective leadership, management and coordination of all major academic and supportive activities undertaken by schools at the central level. It will be responsible for the development of materials and operational plans and coordination with Ministry of Education in the areas of school administrative management, supervision, strengthening the ZIP operation and school councils at the central level and support strategies for the implementation of these activities for the project.
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