Literacy Director

4 weeks ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Room to Read Full time
Job Overview

This role is responsible for overseeing the overall design and technical quality of Room to Read's South Africa Literacy program. The Director will provide technical guidance, oversight, direction, and support to the Literacy program. The position will collaborate closely with the Program Operations Director. The Literacy Director is a member of the Country Management Team, reporting to the Country Director. This position will be based at the Pretoria Country Office and will require regular travel to project sites and Province or District offices. The Literacy Director manages the Literacy program technical team, which includes the Literacy Program Manager, Quality Reading Materials (QRM), and Literacy Program Manager, Instructional Design & Teacher Support (IDTS).

Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Design and Implementation
  • Collaborate with the Global and Africa Region Literacy program team members in developing, refining, and adapting the global Literacy program design.
  • Ensure global Literacy program guidelines and modules are being implemented and adapted to the local context, as needed.
  • Support the design of professional development modules and learner materials that incorporate online learning and media that goes beyond print media.
  • Provide technical advice and guidance in support of Literacy program implementation and research, monitoring, and evaluation.
Program Management and Coordination
  • Responsible for country-wide Literacy program quality and outcomes, utilizing research, monitoring, and evaluation data to inform design.
  • Ensure strong coordination and collaboration between CO Literacy program technical staff, the Programs Operations Director, and Manager, and community-based teams.
  • Provide technical expertise to assist country and community-based staff with the recruitment, training, and development of Literacy program staff, and provide regular feedback on their performance.
Reporting and Documentation
  • Provide the technical input necessary to support the Program Operations Director's Literacy program annual, quarterly, and periodic budget development, reviews, and reporting processes.
  • Oversee the collection, documentation, and sharing of effective practices from the Literacy program with Country, Regional, and Global Literacy program teams.
External Coordination and Networking
  • Provide the technical input necessary to prepare annual or multi-year project permission and fund release documents, as appropriate, to obtain permission from government bodies at the national, provincial, and district level.
  • Explore opportunities with government to obtain support, such as financial support, public acknowledgment of Room to Read's work, and advocacy for successful Room to Read program elements.
RequirementsRequired:
  • Master's degree required in a related field of study (MA, MSS, MPA, or MSc in International Education, Development Studies, Applied Linguistics, Literacy and Language, Education, or Early Childhood Development).
  • Minimum of 10 years of work experience in a field focused on primary education, with a minimum of three years in a senior management capacity.
  • Substantial, relevant working experience in education programs.
  • Experience working within literacy programs.
  • In touch with literacy issues and trends nationally and internationally.
  • Demonstrated leadership in program planning and design.
  • Strong materials development or publishing skills.
  • Strong coaching, mentoring, and training skills.
  • A proven ability to establish effective working relationships and partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including donors.
  • Experience working with NGOs/a good understanding of the development sector landscape.
  • Effective English communication skills (oral and written) and capability to relate and interact with multicultural teams and represent the organization in professional forums.
  • Willingness to work with strict deadlines.
  • Ability to travel frequently, occasionally on short notice, and, when required, for extended periods of time.
Preferred:
  • Knowledge/experience working with South African languages, African language education, and African linguistics.
  • Experience working with government schools.
  • Experience in language education at the primary stage.
  • Experience working with libraries or library programs.
  • Experience teaching at the primary stage.
  • Experience working with local communities.
  • Experience in publishing.
Compensation

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including a 13th-month bonus, pension fund, medical aid, and staff professional development. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, fun, and rapidly growing organization that is changing the lives of millions of children in developing countries by focusing on literacy and gender equality in education.

Room to Read reserves the right at any time to withdraw or alter this advertised position.

Room to Read is a child-safe organization; all personnel are expected to adhere to Room to Read's Child Protection Policy and Child Protection Code of Conduct.

Location(s)

South Africa - Main - Pretoria

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:

  • Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization.
  • Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change.
  • Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
  • Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment.

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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