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IMPORTANT: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located. Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.

Position Overview

The Officer, Literacy is responsible for development of the digital content and providing training and orientation to the target group and relevant staff. This position will report to Project manager, Literacy and will be based in Habigonj.

Roles & Responsibilities

Content Development:

Develop or update an existing scope and sequence of skills that is used to identify strengths and weaknesses of national curricula and a guide to developing RtR’s instructional approach
Develop and/or update existing instructional approaches for Grade 1 and Grade 2, including specific lessons in the areas in which national curriculum gaps exist
As needed, develop and/or contextualize training modules provided by GO on the five components of reading for Grade 1 and Grade 2 Teachers’ Training
As needed, adapt existing session plans for library management and reading activities to support sequence of the Library Teachers’ Training
Develop and/or contextualize contents of family and community engagement and sustainability and facilitate training for principals and relevant teachers
Develop assessment tools for tracking students’ performance, provide orientation on them to the users and support in analyzing the results
Develop and design the supplementary materials needed for Instruction and Library components and lead the materials printing and publication
Research and recommend program improvements
Work closely with Reading Materials Unit to ensure quality reading materials
Work as the lead technical point from Habiganj Office
Support in the communication and coordination with relevant government offices for any technical clarification related to Literacy program materials and others working groups
Support in planning, budgeting and tracking, forecasting, implementing and reporting
Support the WFP supported accelerator projects on capacity building and materials development process

Training:

Support in the capacity development planning and process for the Literacy Facilitators (LF), who support Literacy project sites.
Develop or update an existing scope and sequence of skills that is used to identify strengths and weaknesses of national curriculum and a guide to developing RtR’s instructional approach based on revised government curriculum.
As needed, develop and/or contextualize training modules provided by GO on the five components of reading for Grade 1 and Grade 2 Teachers’ Training
As needed, adapt existing session plans for library management and reading activities to support sequence of the Library Teachers’ Training
Develop and/or contextualize contents of family and community engagement and sustainability and facilitate training for headteachers and relevant teachers
Facilitate training, review meetings and PD sessions for LFs and LPOs who support Literacy project sites
Develop assessment tools for tracking students’ performance, provide orientation on them to the users and support in analyzing the results
Research and recommend program improvements
Work closely with Quality Reading Materials Unit to ensure quality reading materials

Qualifications

Required:

A master’s degree in education or a related field of study, or equivalent experience
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience
Experience with reading/literacy or learning improvement programs
Excellent knowledge and understanding of teaching methodologies, curriculum and teacher training at primary stage
Experience in developing educational learning materials for students or teachers at the primary stage
Experience in developing and conducting training programs for teachers
Experience in developing and implementing programmatic improvements
Prior success in working closely and building relationships with diverse groups of people and organizations
Ability and desire to travel frequently to visit school sites
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Bangla and English

Skills & Competencies Required

Strong planning, and program development skills
Understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and process documentation
Strong motivation in working or volunteering in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality work and low overhead
Prior track record of achieving results in a fast-paced, growth-oriented global or regional organization
Skills of typing in Bangla
Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously

Preferred

Experience in teaching at the primary stage
Experience in developing and conducting on-site school support and coaching initiatives for teachers
Development and use of observation and other monitoring tools and practices to assess progress of primary school interventions

General Requirements

Willingness & ability to visit program sites extensively.
Skill & experience of working with e-communication & people with diverse culture.
Strong communication skills in Bangla and English.
Excellent computer operating skill.
Ability to work under pressure.
Comfortable in a performance-based organization working with low overhead budget.
Proven track record of achieving results.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation (Child Protection Principles)

Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.
All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.
All children should be treated with respect and dignity.
The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.
Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse. (PSEA Principles)

Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.
Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.
All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.
Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.
Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary. The benefits include:

Provident Fund
13th Month Allowance
Gratuity
Health coverage for staff and dependents
Insurances
Professional Development opportunities. The most significant benefit is the opportunity to work with one of the fastest growing international organizations, which has sole focus on education & continuously innovating efficient & effective social entrepreneurship

Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation (Child Protection Principles)

Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.
All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.
All children should be treated with respect and dignity.
The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.
Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

About Room to Read: 

Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow – creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.

We support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. To date, Room to Read has benefited more than 50 million children in 28 countries.

Learn more at www.roomtoread.org.