Program Coordinator Education

Save the Children International is seeking a Program Coordinator for Education to join their team in Petauke, Zambia. This role supports the implementation of Sponsorship Education work and contributes to key education milestones, fostering collaboration and integrated service delivery.

Save the Children is a leading global organization dedicated to children's rights, working in approximately 120 countries with a vision for a world where every child survives, is protected, develops, and participates. They strive to inspire breakthroughs in how the world treats children and achieve lasting change in their lives.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to spearhead strengthening interventions for safe school models and other education approaches. Apply now to join our mission!

Company Overview

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization for children, operating in around 120 countries. Their vision is a world where every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. They work to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives, guided by core values of accountability, ambition, collaboration, creativity, and integrity.

Quick Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: Mid-Senior level
• Qualifications: University degree in Education, Social Sciences or relevant area

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Sponsorship Education programme in Eastern Province.
• Oversee other Education activities to strengthen collaboration, learning, and good practice.
• Integrate education with other thematic areas (child protection, poverty, governance, health) for integrated service delivery.
• Guide and spearhead interventions for safe school models and other education approaches.
• Collaborate with partners implementing Education activities and document project experiences.
• Track partner implementation, budget spend, and reporting of results.
• Provide ongoing support through field visits and capacity strengthening of partner organizations.
• Represent Save the Children to external partners, including government staff and NGOs.

Requirements

• University degree in Education, Social Sciences or relevant area.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience with right-based issues, preferably children's rights and protection within the civil society sector.
• Experience in training and capacity building.
• Strong knowledge of Children's rights and governance, current protection issues and interventions.
• Demonstrated skills in the design of human rights projects and proposal development.
• Good analytical and report writing skills.
• English language proficiency is a must; local languages are an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading global organization dedicated to children's rights.
• Contribute to impactful education programs in Zambia.
• Work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Potential for professional development within Save the Children International.