2 Education Jobs in Uganda jobs

When you become a teacher in a GEMS school you join an international education company with a global network of International schools and over fifty years of education experience. GEMS Education is the leading Kindergarten to Year 13 operator in the world, educating over 110,000 children from 151 different nationalities. Teachers at GEMS schools access our world famous global teacher network, helping to secure the recruitment and retention of our best staff while ensuring the strongest possible academic outcomes for our students. To find out more about GEMS Education visit:  www.gemseducation.co.ug  and  www.gemseducation.com  The School Now in its 6th year of operation, GEMS Cambridge International School, Kampala, offers the National Curriculum for England through the University of Cambridge Primary and Secondary programmes, including the IGCSE and Advanced Level examinations as well as EdExcel BTEC vocational qualifications. It is a co-educational school for students from pre-Foundation Stage to Year 13.  The school, located in the very pleasant lakeside residential area of Luzira; a suburb of the bustling city of Kampala, boasts a spacious, state-of-the-art campus with well-equipped teaching facilities incorporating a roof top auditorium, Apple suite, Drama studio, science and computer labs, as well as extensive sports facilities, full size football pitch, indoor sports hall, tennis and basketball courts and an 8 lane swimming pool. The school also boasts two purpose built Boarding Houses.  Job Opportunity  We are seeking a dynamic and experienced KS2 Class teacher, who is or who aspires to be, an outstanding practitioner in the classroom. We want a teacher who is willing and adept at personalising learning for every student; who believes passionately in the education of the whole child and therefore fully embraces the GEMS core values that characterise our school.  You will be required to fully contribute to, and lead where appropriate, our extensive extra-curricular programme. There may be opportunities for subject leadership for the right candidate. Key Qualifications, Experience and Skills required: • Education/Teaching degree OR degree and teaching qualification/license is essential • Successful experience in UK or international sector  • Highly motivated and able to work with a high degree of independence and responsibility • A proven track record in securing the highest possible educational outcomes for your students  • Experience of delivery of National Curriculum of England • A wholehearted commitment to supporting the enrichment of school life beyond the classroom. An excellent remuneration package is on offer to successful candidates including a competitive salary, accommodation allowance, annual flight, visa costs, education places for up to two dependents, baggage allowance and access to GEMS Education extensive CPD programme.   If you are enthusiastic about teaching and learning; would enjoy the challenge of working in East Africa and have the drive and passion to get the best out of each and every one of our students, then we would very much welcome your application.  Application Process If you meet this criteria, please email your CV, letter of application and a recent photograph stating the subject line of the post to: recruitment_cik@gemsedu.com  Interviews will be ongoing therefore an early application is advised.    GEMS - CIK reserves the right to appoint before the deadline once the right candidate is found, therefore early applications are advised. Email:  recruitment_cik@gemsedu.com

Project Manager Education Can Not Wait - (190004KQ) Project Manager- Education Can Not Wait ( ECW) Save the Children International is currently recruiting for the, Project Manager (ECW) at our Western Regional Office in Rwamwanja.  The Project Manager will be the principal representative of the project to the consortium and will work with Save the Children’s field, regional and country offices, but will have leadership responsibility for the overall management of the award. S/he will provide strategic and operational leadership to develop and implement a successful program. The Project Manager will ensure adherence to overall technical and programmatic quality in implementation, compliance with donor rules and regulations, and the timely submission of all deliverables, including annual work plans, performance monitoring plans, reports as required. To be successful for this role, you will have/bring the following: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education to MSc/MA/MEng level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience Minimum of 5 years’ management experience including working in emergency response, direct experience in implementing large, multi-thematic and multi-location programs. Experience managing high-quality ECHO funded project(s). Experience managing large education programs for an international NGO. Experience managing livelihoods projects, including small business development. Demonstrated skills in program planning, and all aspects of project management. Demonstrated skills in leadership and supervision of staff and in building and maintaining a high performing team. Experience in promoting children’s rights and gender, including participation in programming, design, implementation and evaluation. Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically. Demonstrated knowledge of ECHO regulations and policies. Inter-personal skills to influence and guide staff and partners in identifying programming opportunities and resolving program challenges. Experience applying remote management techniques. Commitment to the values and mission of Save the Children. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in English required.   Experience working in a refugee context. The organization: We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and protection.  We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.  We are working towards 3 breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday All children learn from a quality basic education and that, Violence against children is no longer tolerated Application information : Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document. Please apply online by following this link  https://uganda.savethechildren.net/careers  indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been your direct supervisors. Important to note:  Testimonials/certificates  SHOULD NOT  be attached to application that is submitted online. Hand delivered applications will not be accepted and are therefore not considered during the shortlisting process.    Application closes on December 16, 2019 at midnight Uganda time.  We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Location: Kampala Employee Status: Fixed Term Closing Date: Dec 16, 2019 Learn More...