Information Communication Technology (ICT) Materials Development Specialist at Education Development Center (EDC)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – The ICT Materials Development Specialist will manage the integration of technology to support teaching and learning carried out across the project. He/she will work closely with the technical and operational staff to develop, implement and assess the use of different technology platforms.

The ICT Materials Development Specialist will:

• Participate in a multi-disciplinary team to assess, adapt, and implement the English and Hausa curriculum to appropriate technology platforms
• Identify technology solutions for improving teaching and learning through the NEI Plus project. Develop proposals and cost/benefit analysis of different solutions
• Work with project management and technical advisors to decide on most appropriate technological approaches and how to integrate technology into existing lessons
• Manage the adaptation and localization of the English and Hausa curriculum into formats suitable for each technology platform
• Develop additional content for technology platforms as required
• Manage the piloting of technology platforms
• Assist in the evaluation of technology platforms and make recommendations on revisions to both the platform and curriculum where appropriate
• Train facilitators, teachers, government staff and learners on the use of technology.
• Collaborate with and maintain regular contact with partners to ensure the successful implementation of technology to support the curriculum
• Prepare ad hoc and periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against set targets
• Work closely with the NEI Plus ICT Advisor in all activities
• Collaborate closely with NEI Plus staff and management in Nigeria and abroad as required
• Participate in internal administrative and operational meetings, as required
• Facilitate arrangements for organizing meetings, trainings and workshops
• Perform other duties as may be assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS – This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to effectively work independently as well as in groups; strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Specific requirements:

• University degree, preferably in education, instructional technology, curriculum development, or other related disciplines
• At least 5 years of work experience in curriculum development, instructional design, teacher training and/or e- or m-Learning
• Extensive experience and involvement with developing curricula or training materials to meet basic education needs in Nigeria and/or in comparable nations
• Experience in implementing technology approaches to education (for example through SMS, video, apps, websites etc.)
• Experience in using active learning teaching methodologies
• Excellent computer literacy required, preferably including knowledge of website management and app development
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Strong interpersonal communications, negotiation, presentations skills and experience working in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and to meet deadlines
• Prior experience with USAID-funded projects preferred
• Proficiency in Hausa is a plus
• Travel to project states required