Project Assistant – Education

World Vision

. Ensure effectiveness of Strengthening Transferable Skills, Resilience and Inclusive Development in Education and TVET in the listed districts.

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeNakapiripiriti • UgandaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Education Management, Community Engagement, and Capacity Building, with a strong focus on mentoring teachers and implementing effective educational programs. Proven ability to develop and manage project activities, budgets, and reports while fostering partnerships and collaboration within the community.

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Education ManagementCommunity EngagementCapacity BuildingMentoring TeachersProject Budget Management

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Hard Skills

Education ManagementCapacity Needs AssessmentActivity Budget TrackingReport WritingPedagogical KnowledgeTraining FacilitationProject PlanningMonitoring and EvaluationSchool Improvement PlanningChild Protection Skills

Soft Skills

Networking SkillsCollaboration SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsIntegrity and Reliability

Tools & Technologies

Computer Literacy

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EducationValid Riding License

Industry Keywords

UN AgenciesCommunity WorkSponsorship AgenciesChild DevelopmentEducation in Emergencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure effectiveness of Strengthening Transferable Skills, Resilience and Inclusive Development in Education and TVET in the listed districts.
Plan and coordinate sub-county and district-based project activities in consultation with the Project Officer, CCT, Tutor and DEO.
Plan and implement school-based project activities.
Develop activity concepts aligned with the annual operation plan, budget and log frame.
Organize meetings and workshops for teachers and field facilitators.
Track and manage activity budgets and ensure timely, cost-effective implementation.
Produce timely, accurate, compliant and quality reports.
Participate in project management meetings and reflection forums.
Support district education advocacy initiatives.
Conduct capacity needs assessments and develop capacity-building plans for teachers and literacy volunteers.
Mobilize and conduct trainings supporting enrolment, retention and completion.
Mentor and coach teachers through support supervision visits.
Build peer mentoring mechanisms for teachers, school management committees and literacy volunteers.
Identify technical experts and build stakeholder partnerships and networks.
Support development and monitoring of school improvement plans.
Participate in coordination meetings and technical working forums.
Organize partner, stakeholder, teacher and literacy volunteer forums and monitoring visits.
Facilitate children’s networks and support classroom print-rich materials.
Support Community Volunteer Associations and build capacities of community volunteers, youths and children’s committees.
Facilitate and mentor PTAs/SMCs and BOGs.
Collect, document and report children’s impact and success stories.
Facilitate establishment of child development and participation.
Conduct community and peer-group mapping.
Document Education in Emergencies information, children’s vulnerabilities, indicators, good practices and project success stories.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Minimum of a Bachelors Degree of Education with bias of primary discipline.
A Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Education management and working with different UN agencies.
A Minimum of 2 years’ experience in community work and engagement with Sponsorship agencies.
Must be Computer literate.
Writing and reporting skills
Ability to communicate in applicable local language(s)
Passion for children.
Track record demonstrating high integrity, reliability, and dependability.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Networking and influencing skills.
Partnership and Collaboration Skills
Child Protection skills
Pedagogical knowledge and skills.
Must be a committed Christian and an active member of the Church.
Must be able to RIDE with a Valid Riding License attached to this application.
School management and /or mentorship of teachers.
Experience working with communities and teachers.
Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
Local Applicants Only

Benefits

Comp & perks

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)