Global Education Partnership (G.E.P.)

Job Description: East Africa Regional Coordinator

The East Africa Regional Coordinator is responsible for the management and oversight of all G.E.P.’s activities in our two Africa divisions (Kenya and Tanzania). Our mission is to provide low-income youth with access to the educational resources needed to become self-sufficient. Current programs focus on entrepreneurship training and micro-finance for young people (mid teens to late 20s), many of who are dropouts or unemployed secondary school graduates. For more information, please see www.geponline.org

Duties:
· oversee the implementation, management, and expansion of G.E.P.’s educational programs in Kenya and Tanzania.
· coordinate in-country fundraising efforts (donor relations, proposals, grant reports, etc.).
· maintain productive relationships with government officials, community groups, and other NGOs.
· work with indigenous Divisional Directors in human resource management (recruitment, staff policies, performance evaluations, compliance with local labor laws, etc.)
· train staff in development, finances, computer applications, report writing, etc.
· supervise budgeting, financial reporting, and daily accounts.
· maintain regular and efficient communication with Washington, DC headquarters, as well as between Kenya and Tanzania Divisions.

Qualifications: At least two years’ experience working in the developing world as an educator and project manager. Proven leadership and cross-cultural ability. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Good math, computer, and basic accounting skills. Micro-finance background a plus. Knowledge of KiSwahili helpful. Two-year commitment required.

Salary: high 20s-low 30s DOE. (NB – Coordinator will be based in East Africa.)

To apply, send cover letter and resume to:
Mark Carr
International Programs Director
Global Education Partnership
1411 K Street, NW – Suite 602
Washington, DC 20005
(Please no electronic submissions.)