Job Openings at Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL)

Summary of the role

• The Government Engagement Coordinator will strengthen ownership and implementation of the TaRL approach in the Nigerian education system. Working closely with the Country Director, the Government Engagement Coordinator will be engaging with federal government government officials and policymakers as well as other stakeholders in the sector to advocate for the adoption and scaling of TaRL methods in education systems. The Government Engagement Coordinator will also work with the regional TaRL teams to advocate for the development and expansion of TaRL programmes in specific states. 
• The Government Engagement Coordinator plays a key role in driving change by shaping public policy, influencing decision-makers, and mobilizing support around specific issues.  The Government Engagement Coordinator will also facilitate relationships between TaRL Africa and these stakeholders, helping build collaborative partnerships. Additionally, the Government Engagement Coordinator will support efforts to forge alliances with development partners and other actors in the education sector, complementing and integrating with TaRL Africa’s partnerships with the government. S/He will support the development and management of integration and sustainability strategies and facilitate communication and engagement with government stakeholders at the federal level. The Government Engagement Coordinator plays a crucial role in TaRL Africa’s mission to promote principled interactions and enhance collaborations with government bodies and partners. 
• The Government Engagement Coordinator forms part of the Nigeria Country Management Team and reports directly to the Country Director with a dotted line to the Sustainability Lead for TaRL Africa. The position location is Abuja, Nigeria. The position may require adjusting work hours based on the time zone.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Government Engagement, Relationship Building & Advocacy (60%)

• Drive national adoption of the TaRL approach by co-developing and implementing a multi-year government relations strategy with clear annual targets and measurable indicators of progress.
• Increase government commitment to TaRL by cultivating high-trust relationships with priority stakeholders and ensuring alignment with government priorities and policies.
• Strengthen policy support for foundational learning by participating in national policy fora and advisory committees and influencing the design of policies that enable the effective implementation and scaling of TaRL.
• Improve TaRL Africa’s strategic positioning by continuously scanning the policy environment, analysing new opportunities for influence, and advising internal teams and leadership on emerging trends and opportunities.
• Expand TaRL Africa’s reach and impact by developing tailored engagement strategies for relevant ministries and agencies as well as development partners and other influential stakeholders, facilitating collaboration opportunities with key decision-makers.
• Amplify TaRL Africa’s voice and shift public and policy opinion by designing and leading evidence-based advocacy campaigns, including direct engagement with policymakers and effective use of media and public communications.
• Formalise strategic partnerships by negotiating and developing MoUs and other agreements that secure government commitment and enable joint implementation.

Policy Research (20%)

• Strengthen the evidence base for policy engagement by conducting policy analyses, identifying gaps and opportunities, and producing concise briefs and reports that inform national decision-makers.
• Ensure programme relevance and compliance by aligning TaRL implementation with national educational standards and priorities (e.g. literacy, numeracy, dropout reduction).

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing (20%)

• Improve future programming and policymaking by documenting and disseminating lessons learned, best practices, and challenges from TaRL implementation.
• Build credibility and transparency by producing and sharing clear reports on programme achievements and outcomes with governments, donors and other stakeholders.
• Influence systems change by articulating the wider impact of TaRL on student learning, teacher practice and education systems in public communications and stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, International Relations, Social Sciences, Business, or a related field. Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or advocacy in Nigeria. 
• Proven track record of successful engagement with national government stakeholders, development partners, and other influential stakeholders, and of influencing policy decisions.
• Excellent negotiation and diplomatic skills/nature, problem-solving skills, with the ability to build consensus and manage conflict effectively.

Key Competencies

• Research and Analysis: Ability to interpret complex policy documents and data and identify gaps.

• Communication: Excellent writing, public speaking, and negotiation skills for engaging with various stakeholders, from government officials to community members.
• Strategic Thinking: Skilled in designing advocacy strategies and navigating political landscapes to influence policy change. 
• Critical Thinking: Ability to understand both the big picture and the intricate details and a solid understanding of when one vs. the other is needed.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal and networking skills to form alliances and maintain partnerships.
• Negotiation and Persuasion: Expertise in influencing decision-makers using both logical arguments and emotional appeals.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple initiatives and ensure advocacy campaigns are on track.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust strategies in response to changing political climates and stay informed on emerging trends.
• Political Acumen: Knowledge of the political landscape and key players, ensuring the right timing for policy influence.
• Ethical and Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness of the ethical implications of policy decisions and a respectful approach to communication in diverse cultural contexts.

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Summary of the role

• The Fundraising Coordinator will lead and coordinate efforts to secure funding for TaRL Africa programs in Nigeria, aimed at improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for children. The Fundraising Coordinator will be responsible for support in prospect research, donor engagement and grant writing, and donor reporting. This role is critical in enabling TaRL Africa to scale its impact and reach more children in need of quality education. The Fundraising Coordinator forms part of the Nigeria Country Management Team and reports directly to the Country Director with a dotted line to the Fundraising Lead for TaRL Africa. The position location is Abuja, Nigeria. The position would require adjusting work hours based on the time zone.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Fundraising Strategies (20%)

• Drive the growth of TaRL Africa’s funding base by designing and executing fundraising strategies that expand and diversify the organisation’s donor portfolio.
• Ensure delivery against annual fundraising targets by proactively identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities across foundations, corporates, and individual donors and adapting strategies based on market conditions and performance data.
• Strengthen TaRL Africa’s positioning in the education funding landscape by conducting regular research and market analysis and integrating insights into fundraising plans.

Proposal Development and Grant Writing (40%)

• Increase the organisation’s resource mobilisation success rate by leading the development of high-quality, donor-aligned proposals, concept notes and grant applications.
• Ensure timely and competitive submissions by coordinating with programme and finance teams to gather relevant information and data and managing the full proposal development process.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

• Improve alignment between resource mobilisation and programme delivery by working closely with leadership and programme teams to ensure fundraising efforts reflect organisational priorities and needs.
• Strengthen donor relationships and increase engagement by coordinating consistent and values-aligned communications with external stakeholders.

Reporting and Accountability (20%)

• Enable informed strategic decision-making by preparing timely and accurate fundraising reports for senior management, highlighting progress, opportunities and risks.
• Enhance donor stewardship and organisational accountability by maintaining comprehensive records of fundraising activities, donor communications and grant agreements.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, International Development, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
• 5+ years of professional experience in fundraising, business development, grant writing, or donor relations, preferably within the non-profit or education sector.
• Proven track record of securing significant funding from foundations, corporations, and government sources.
• Strong proposal development and grant writing skills, with the ability to translate programmatic needs into compelling fundraising narratives.
• Experience managing relationships with donors and stakeholders in a multicultural and multi-country setting.
• Strong understanding of the education and development landscape in Africa, with experience working in Nigeria.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation: Ability to design and implement evidence-based fundraising strategies that diversify income sources and achieve annual targets.
• Market and Donor Intelligence: Strong skills in researching funding trends, analysing market conditions and identifying opportunities aligned with TaRL Africa’s mission.
• Proposal Development and Grant Writing: Proven ability to lead the development of high-quality, donor-aligned proposals and grant applications.

• Collaboration and Coordination: Ability to work effectively with internal teams and leadership to align fundraising initiatives with programme priorities.
• Donor Engagement and Stewardship: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain positive relationships with donors and partners.

• Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning: Ability to track fundraising performance, analyse results and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organisational and Documentation Skills: Ability to maintain accurate records of donor communications, proposals and fundraising activities for organisational accountability.
• Results Orientation: Strong focus on achieving targets and delivering outcomes.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate trends, adapt strategies and prioritise opportunities with the highest potential impact.
• Communication:
  Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication tailored to a variety of audiences.

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Summary of the Role: 

• TaRL Africa is supporting the Katsina State Government to implement the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) program for Out-of-School Children (OOSC) and across conventional primary schools. The Katsina Program Coordinator will lead and coordinate this implementation in close collaboration with the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), the Commission for Almajiri Education and Out-of-School Children, and other key stakeholders.
• The coordinator will be responsible for programme planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective field execution, ensuring alignment with TaRL Africa’s strategic objectives and donor commitments. Key responsibilities include overseeing teacher and mentor capacity building, facilitating state-level coordination and technical working groups, managing 
• partnerships, and ensuring strong programme monitoring and reporting systems. The Coordinator will supervise program assistants, serve as the primary liaison with Katsina State agencies and partners, and ensure high-quality delivery, continuous learning, and sustainability of TaRL implementation across the state.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Programme Planning & Coordination (30%)

• Lead state-level planning, ensuring programme objectives, timelines, and budgets are achieved.
• Coordinate across TaRL Africa internal teams (Training, Pedagogy, PM&I, Finance/Admin) to deliver integrated support in Katsina.
• Support Katsina SUBEB, Katsina Agency for Mass Education, Commission for Almajiri Education and Out-of-School to embed TaRL into state education systems and planning processes.

Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement (25%)

• Serve as the primary liaison with Katsina SUBEB, Katsina Agency for Mass Education, Commission for Almajiri Education and Out-of-School and key partners in Katsina.
• Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with government and Partners.
• Strengthen government ownership by supporting institutionalization of TaRL in policies, budgets, and teacher management structures.

Teacher, Mentor & School Support (20%)

• Oversee design and delivery of TaRL training for teachers, headteachers, mentors, LGEA officials and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to Assistants in coaching/mentoring teachers and school visits.
• Ensure challenges from the field are escalated and resolved within school terms.

Monitoring, Reporting & Learning (15%)

• Ensure timely data collection and reporting in collaboration with PM&I colleagues.
• Synthesize programme progress for donor and government reporting.
• Document innovations, challenges, and lessons from Katsina for cross-state learning.

Team Management & Capacity Strengthening (10%)

• Supervise and mentor assistants and field staff.
• Support professional development of team members.
• Ensure effective collaboration across PMP and other teams.

Working Relationships

Internal:

• Interacts with Nigeria programme team (Programme Management & Partnerships, PM&I, Pedagogy and Training, Finance & Admin).
• Collaborates with Central TaRL Africa teams and Country Director.
• Coordinates with Katsina based staff.

External:

• Engages with Katsina SUBEB, Katsina Agency for Mass Education, Commission for Almajiri Education and Out-of-School and school-level officials (headteachers, mentors, teachers).
• Maintains relationships with government partners,  and implementing NGOs active in Katsina.
• Represents TaRL Africa in state-level forums, technical working groups, and stakeholder meetings.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Coordination: Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and guide teams towards shared goals.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align programme implementation with broader policy and system goals.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and adaptive in addressing implementation challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build and sustain relationships with government, partners, and communities.
• Results Orientation: Focused on delivering measurable improvements in teaching and learning.

Education and Qualifications 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• 4–6 years of relevant experience, including programme management, education delivery, or NGO/government coordination.
• Experience working with out-of-school-children and state governments in Nigeria, ideally in education.
• Demonstrated experience in teacher training, capacity building, or programme delivery at scale.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Hausa is Required.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Katsina State and occasionally outside the state.

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Summary of the Role: 

• TaRL Africa is supporting the Niger State Government to implement the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) program in the state. The Niger Program Coordinator will lead and coordinate this implementation in close collaboration with the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), State Ministry of Education, and other key stakeholders.
• The coordinator will be responsible for programme planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective field execution, ensuring alignment with TaRL Africa’s strategic objectives and donor commitments. Key responsibilities include overseeing teacher and mentor capacity building, facilitating state-level coordination and technical working groups, managing 
• partnerships, and ensuring strong programme monitoring and reporting systems. The Coordinator will supervise program assistants, serve as the primary liaison with Niger State agencies and partners, and ensure high-quality delivery, continuous learning, and sustainability of TaRL implementation across the state.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Programme Planning & Coordination (30%)

• Lead state-level planning, ensuring programme objectives, timelines, and budgets are achieved.
• Coordinate across TaRL Africa internal teams (Training, Pedagogy, PM&I, Finance/Admin) to deliver integrated support in Niger.
• Support Niger SUBEB, Niger Ministry of Education to embed TaRL into state education systems and planning processes.

Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement (25%)

• Serve as the primary liaison with Niger SUBEB, Ministry of Education in Niger.
• Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with government and Partners.
• Strengthen government ownership by supporting institutionalization of TaRL in policies, budgets, and teacher management structures.

Teacher, Mentor & School Support (20%)

• Oversee design and delivery of TaRL training for teachers, headteachers, mentors, LGEA officials and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to Assistants in coaching/mentoring teachers and school visits.
• Ensure challenges from the field are escalated and resolved within school terms.

Monitoring, Reporting & Learning (15%)

• Ensure timely data collection and reporting in collaboration with PM&I colleagues.
• Synthesize programme progress for donor and government reporting.
• Document innovations, challenges, and lessons from Niger for cross-state learning.

Team Management & Capacity Strengthening (10%)

• Supervise and mentor assistants and field staff.
• Support professional development of team members.
• Ensure effective collaboration across PMP and other teams.

Working Relationships

Internal:

• Interacts with Nigeria programme team (Programme Management & Partnerships, PM&I, Pedagogy and Training, Finance & Admin).
• Collaborates with Central TaRL Africa teams and Country Director.
• Coordinates with Niger based staff.

External:

• Engages with Niger SUBEB, Ministry of Education and school-level officials (headteachers, mentors, teachers).
• Maintains relationships with government partners, and implementing NGOs active in Niger.
• Represents TaRL Africa in state-level forums, technical working groups, and stakeholder meetings.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Coordination: Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and guide teams towards shared goals.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align programme implementation with broader policy and system goals.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and adaptive in addressing implementation challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build and sustain relationships with government, partners, and communities.
• Results Orientation: Focused on delivering measurable improvements in teaching and learning.

Education and Qualifications 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• 4–6 years of relevant experience, including programme management, education delivery, or NGO/government coordination.
• Experience working with out-of-school-children and state governments in Nigeria, ideally in education.
• Demonstrated experience in teacher training, capacity building, or programme delivery at scale.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Hausa is Required.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Niger State and occasionally outside the state.

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Summary of the Role: 

• The Lagos Programme Coordinator will lead and coordinate the implementation of TaRL in partnership with Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and other stakeholders. The Coordinator will manage programme planning, partner relationships, and field execution, ensuring alignment with TaRL Africa’s strategy and donor commitments.
• The role involves overseeing teacher and mentor capacity building, state-level coordination, stakeholder engagement, and programme monitoring. The Coordinator will also guide assistants, serve as the key liaison with Lagos SUBEB and partners, and ensure high-quality delivery, learning, and sustainability of TaRL in Lagos.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Programme Planning & Coordination (30%)

• Lead state-level planning, ensuring programme objectives, timelines, and budgets are achieved.
• Coordinate across TaRL Africa internal teams (Training, Pedagogy, PM&I, Finance/Admin) to deliver integrated support in Lagos.
• Support LASUBEB and LGEAs to embed TaRL into state education systems and planning processes.

Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement (25%)

• Serve as the primary liaison with Lagos SUBEB, LGEAs, and key partners.
• Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with government and donors.
• Strengthen government ownership by supporting institutionalization of TaRL in policies, budgets, and teacher management structures.

Teacher, Mentor & School Support (20%)

• Oversee design and delivery of TaRL training for teachers, headteachers, mentors, and LGEA officials.
• Provide technical guidance to Associates in coaching/mentoring teachers and school visits.
• Ensure challenges from the field are escalated and resolved within school terms.

Monitoring, Reporting & Learning (15%)

• Ensure timely data collection and reporting in collaboration with PM&I colleagues.
• Synthesize programme progress for donor and government reporting.
• Document innovations, challenges, and lessons from Lagos for cross-state learning.

Team Management & Capacity Strengthening (10%)

• Supervise and mentor assistants and field staff.
• Support professional development of team members.
• Ensure effective collaboration across PMP and other teams.

Working Relationships

Internal:

• Interacts with Nigeria programme team (Programme Management & Partnerships, PM&I, Pedagogy and Training, Finance & Admin).
• Collaborates with Central TaRL Africa teams and Country Director.
• Coordinates with Lagos-based staff.

External:

• Engages with Lagos SUBEB, Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs), and school-level officials (headteachers, mentors, teachers).
• Maintains relationships with government partners, donors, and implementing NGOs active in Lagos.
• Represents TaRL Africa in state-level forums, technical working groups, and stakeholder meetings.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Coordination: Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and guide teams towards shared goals.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align programme implementation with broader policy and system goals.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and adaptive in addressing implementation challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build and sustain relationships with government, partners, and communities.
• Results Orientation: Focused on delivering measurable improvements in teaching and learning.

Education and Qualifications 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• 4–6 years of relevant experience, including programme management, education delivery, or NGO/government coordination.
• Experience working with state or local governments in Nigeria, ideally in education.
• Demonstrated experience in teacher training, capacity building, or programme delivery at scale.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Yoruba is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Lagos State and occasionally outside the state.

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Summary of the Role: 

• The  PM&I Assistant will support the design and implementation of measurement, monitoring, and review strategies for TaRL programming in Lagos State. This role will focus on strengthening the capacity of Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) to collect, analyze, and use data for decision-making. The Assistant will contribute to ensuring reliable, timely, and actionable program data, enabling course correction, improved delivery, and sustainable government-led TaRL implementation.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Support robust implementation of PM&I systems in Lagos (40%)

• Support design and delivery of state-level PM&I plans that generate timely, actionable data.
• Tailor tools (assessments, monitoring forms, review templates) to Lagos context and programme goals.
• Provide ongoing technical support and quality assurance for government and partner-led data collection and use.

Build Government Capacity and Data Use Culture (20%)

• Train Lagos SUBEB, LGEA, and school officials on data collection, validation, and interpretation.
• Embed data practices into state structures and support integration with existing government systems.
• Facilitate reflection meetings to encourage evidence-based planning and adaptation.

Drive Nimble Learning and Local Adaptation (15%)

• Support small-scale learning studies to address contextual challenges in Lagos TaRL delivery.
• Participate in tool design, data collection supervision, and synthesis of findings into actionable recommendations.

Track and Report Progress Against Regional Work Plan (15%)

• Collect, clean, and analyze assessment and implementation data.
• Share insights through dashboards, briefs, and presentations with SUBEB, partners, and internal teams.
• Contribute to donor and government reporting with accurate state-level data.

Contribute to National and Cross-Regional Learning (10%)

• Document Lagos lessons and share with the Nigeria and Central PM&I teams.
• Participate in national reflection meetings and peer learning sessions.

Contribute to knowledge products highlighting Lagos innovations and challenges.

Education and Qualifications 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of work experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of work experience in measurement, M&E, or analytics.
• Strong data analysis skills, with experience in Excel, SurveyCTO/ODK/KoboCollect. (Preferred: Tableau/Power BI, Stata).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze program data and present findings clearly to varied audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working across government and NGOs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Lagos State and occasionally to other regions.

Preferred:

• Experience in the education or development sector in Nigeria.
• Experience supporting government data systems.
• Familiarity with foundational learning assessments (EGRA, EGMA, ASER, KALMA).

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Summary of the Role: 

• TaRL Africa is supporting the Katsina State Government to implement the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) program for Out-of-School Children (OOSC) and across conventional primary schools in the state. The PD&T assistant will provide support to coordinate and facilitate TaRL activities across the location including teacher and mentor capacity building, measurement and monitoring, community engagement and research and learning at the LGA level.  The primary purpose of the role is to build government actors capacity, and systems to ensure that effective TaRL classes are delivered and learning outcomes improve. PD&T Assistant will work closely with LGA actors to have more direct engagement and to learn and incubate solutions.  The role will require someone who has a good understanding working with out of school children, is dynamic, creative, good at managing multiple tasks, and passionate about improving the learning outcomes of all children. The position forms part of the state and regional team.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Strengthen Teacher and Mentor Capacity for Improved Instructional Quality (30%)

• Increase instructional effectiveness by applying deep expertise in the TaRL approach to provide targeted support and coaching for teachers and mentors, improving classroom delivery and learning outcomes.
• Enhance teacher and mentor performance through actionable insights from classroom practice and structured quality assurance of training sessions at the LGA level.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing results-focused coaching, ensuring challenges identified in reflection meetings are resolved within one academic term.
• Strengthen sustainability by building the capacity of Local Government Education Authorities to independently support, monitor, and improve TaRL activities.
• Improve program quality by contributing to the development and refinement of teaching and learning materials that respond to emerging classroom needs.
• Enable responsive decision-making by providing timely, strategic feedback to the TaRL Africa team.

Leverage Data for Continuous Program Improvement and Accountability (20%)

• Ensure accurate tracking of learning outcomes through timely and reliable data collection and monitoring.
• Improve evidence-based planning by supporting government-led data systems and generating high-quality reports for LGA-level program adjustments.
• Increase teaching effectiveness by using data insights to identify learning gaps, highlight successes, and recommend targeted interventions.
• Support adaptive program design through evidence-based feedback that informs refinements across LGAs.

Contribute to Innovation and Learning to Strengthen TaRL Programming (15%)

• Enhance program effectiveness by documenting classroom successes, challenges, and best practices to inform strategic decisions and policy advocacy.
• Increase contextual relevance by supporting innovative classroom strategies and adapting interventions to emerging challenges.
• Strengthen evidence generation through systematic collection of high-quality field data that supports continuous learning.

Foster Community Ownership and Support for Foundational Learning (15%)

• Increase community engagement and support by building strong relationships with parents, local leaders, and stakeholders to promote program activities.
• Improve student participation and learning outcomes by sharing data with communities and empowering them to advocate for consistent school attendance.

Ensure Effective Coordination and Responsive Implementation at the LGA Level (20%)

• Enhance local education system capacity by serving as the primary liaison for TaRL activities, ensuring alignment with government officials and school leadership.
• Improve program delivery by proactively identifying implementation challenges and facilitating timely, context-specific solutions.
• Enable data-driven decision-making by providing actionable insights and regular field reports to regional teams.

Key Competencies:

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to develop and test creative solutions for implementation challenges.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust approaches based on the realities of the field and stakeholder needs.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building abilities to work effectively with teachers, government officials, and communities.
• Passion for Education: A genuine interest in improving learning outcomes for children in Nigeria.
• Flexibility: Willing to take on multiple roles and handle various responsibilities as needed.

Education and Qualifications 

• HND/bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in field-based roles, preferably in education or community-based programs.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in teacher training, mentoring, or capacity-building roles is preferred.
• Experience working with out of school children
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with community engagement and mobilizing support for educational initiatives.
• Willingness to travel within the state and engage in fieldwork in challenging environments.
• Proficiency in local languages spoken in the region is a required.

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Summary of the role

• The Regional Manager PD&T Bilingual (EN/FR)at TaRL Africa plays an integral role in supporting the management and delivery of the technical aspects of the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach as well as other foundational literacy and numeracy innovations implemented by the organization in West and Central Africa. To support the diverse learning needs and operating realities across West and Central Africa, they should have expertise in growing and managing teams, leading implementation in the region and  improving programme delivery and training to ensure high quality literacy and numeracy outcomes.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Develop deep knowledge and experience of the TaRL approach. (25%)

• Work with the Associate Director to contribute to shape and implement  PD&T strategies for PD&T such that training and classroom delivery across the region is optimised and translating into improved learning for children. 
• Develop a deep and evolving understanding of the TaRL approach through training, field visits, and engagement with Pratham and technical teams.
• Contribute to regional decision-making by providing insights and feedback that inform strategic and operational delivery approaches.
• Review and develop best practices for programme delivery and training. 
• Developing moldable programme delivery guidelines for use by country and partner teams.

Team management and capacity building.  (30%)

• Participate in the  recruitment and placement of PD&T senior associate(s)  for W&C Africa. 
• Directly manage and support central senior associate(s)  and provide indirect support to country-level PD&T teams. 
• Conduct skills assessment of regional PD&T team to identify learning gaps and provide a structured professional development plan.  
• Building capacity of internal TaRL staff  on the methodology and other innovations related to TaRL programme delivery.
• Ensure PD&T W&C Africa  team executes OKRs in order to contribute to the organisational set objectives. 
• Contribute and participate in the implementation of TaRL innovations such as the bootcamp and fellowship by:
• Providing training and capacity building to partners and fellows. 
• Providing mentorship to the fellows.

Adaptation and Support in New Geographies (25%)

• Ensure effective contextualisation of training and program delivery models for new geographies within the region. Participating in the feasibility study led by PM&M in the W & C African region.
• Contributing to the development of  guidelines on programme delivery and training processes and set-up in new contexts with a focus on program delivery, training, and classroom methodology.

• Co-develop program delivery and training set-up plans in emerging contexts, ensuring alignment with TaRL’s core principles and sensitivity to local realities.
• Provide feedback to the PD&P team to strengthen the relevance, usability, and quality of TaRL materials and training packages across contexts in the region.
• Promote data use across PD&T to inform delivery improvements and contribute to reflective program design and learning loops.

Training & ongoing capacity building of partners and country teams. (20%) 

• Lead/support training workshops for general support on programme delivery and training.
• Establish strong working relationships with country teams and partner organizations, providing ongoing technical support and mentoring.
• In collaboration with the Country Director/Lead , identify areas for improvement in program delivery & methodology, and develop strategies to address them. 

Education and Requirements:

Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Education or a related field.
• Basic proficiency in French and at least one local African language

Skills: 

• Prior experience in delivering quality improvement programs in education, preferably focused on foundational skills.
• At least 5  years of experience of working in development programs, with significant experience in Africa
• Interest in quality improvement and willingness to engage directly with program implementation, including gain or leverage direct teaching experience.
• Experience of leading large or medium-scale programs, preferably in education.
• Strong understanding of the TaRL approach, and other evidence-based strategies for improving learning outcomes.
• Familiarity with national and regional curriculum and assessments.
• Experience working on programme delivery and training building capacity in education programs.
• Experience leading and managing teams.
• Experience of working with governments on building and strengthening education programs.
• Experience / interest in using technology for education.

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Summary of the Role: 

• The PD&T assistant will provide support to coordinate and facilitate TaRL activities across the location including teacher and mentor capacity building, measurement and monitoring, community engagement and research and learning at the LGA level.  The primary purpose of the role is to build government actors capacity, and systems to ensure that effective TaRL classes are delivered and learning outcomes improve. PD&T Assistant will be allocated LGAs in order to have more direct engagement and to learn and incubate solutions before they get rolled out to the rest of the programme.  The role will require someone who is dynamic, creative, good at managing multiple different tasks, and passionate about improving the learning outcomes of all children. The position forms part of the state and regional team and will be based in the focus state/LGA with some travel across the state.

Major roles and responsibilities:

Strengthen Teacher and Mentor Capacity for Improved Instructional Quality (30%)

• Increase instructional effectiveness by applying deep expertise in the TaRL approach to provide targeted support and coaching for teachers and mentors, improving classroom delivery and learning outcomes.
• Enhance teacher and mentor performance through actionable insights from classroom practice and structured quality assurance of training sessions at the LGA level.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing results-focused coaching, ensuring challenges identified in reflection meetings are resolved within one academic term.
• Strengthen sustainability by building the capacity of Local Government Education Authorities to independently support, monitor, and improve TaRL activities.
• Improve program quality by contributing to the development and refinement of teaching and learning materials that respond to emerging classroom needs.
• Enable responsive decision-making by providing timely, strategic feedback to the TaRL Africa team.

Leverage Data for Continuous Program Improvement and Accountability (20%)

• Ensure accurate tracking of learning outcomes through timely and reliable data collection and monitoring.
• Improve evidence-based planning by supporting government-led data systems and generating high-quality reports for LGA-level program adjustments.
• Increase teaching effectiveness by using data insights to identify learning gaps, highlight successes, and recommend targeted interventions.
• Support adaptive program design through evidence-based feedback that informs refinements across LGAs.

Contribute to Innovation and Learning to Strengthen TaRL Programming (15%)

• Enhance program effectiveness by documenting classroom successes, challenges, and best practices to inform strategic decisions and policy advocacy.
• Increase contextual relevance by supporting innovative classroom strategies and adapting interventions to emerging challenges.
• Strengthen evidence generation through systematic collection of high-quality field data that supports continuous learning.

Foster Community Ownership and Support for Foundational Learning (15%)

• Increase community engagement and support by building strong relationships with parents, local leaders, and stakeholders to promote program activities.
• Improve student participation and learning outcomes by sharing data with communities and empowering them to advocate for consistent school attendance.

Ensure Effective Coordination and Responsive Implementation at the LGA Level (20%)

• Enhance local education system capacity by serving as the primary liaison for TaRL activities, ensuring alignment with government officials and school leadership.
• Improve program delivery by proactively identifying implementation challenges and facilitating timely, context-specific solutions.
• Enable data-driven decision-making by providing actionable insights and regular field reports to regional teams.

Key Competencies:

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to develop and test creative solutions for implementation challenges.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust approaches based on the realities of the field and stakeholder needs.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building abilities to work effectively with teachers, government officials, and communities.
• Passion for Education: A genuine interest in improving learning outcomes for children in Nigeria.
• Flexibility: Willing to take on multiple roles and handle various responsibilities as needed.

Education and Qualifications 

• HND/bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in field-based roles, preferably in education or community-based programs.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in teacher training, mentoring, or capacity-building roles is preferred.
• Experience working with out of school children
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with community engagement and mobilizing support for educational initiatives.
• Willingness to travel within the state and engage in fieldwork in challenging environments.
• Proficiency in local languages spoken in the region is a required.