Education Technical Advisor

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Education Technical Advisor Jobs in Kenya at ReliefWeb

Title: Education Technical Advisor

Company: ReliefWeb

Location: Kenya

Organization

• ForAfrika

Posted 24 Jun 2026 Closing date 15 Jul 2026

ForAfrika is an African-founded and led organisation with over 40 years of impact across the continent. We partner with communities through our integrated development continuum: saving lives and building resilience to reach self-sufficiency through our Humanitarian & Development work and unlocking commercial viability through our Social Enterprise activities. We are Africans, delivering African-led solutions for Africa, and we stand by our promise: we’re committed to the long run, until the job is done and communities are enabled to thrive.

Position Summary

The Education Advisor serves as the technical leader and strategic architect for ForAfrika's comprehensive education programming portfolio across multiple country operations in Africa. This pivotal role combines deep educational expertise with operational excellence to drive transformative change in some of the world's most challenging educational contexts, including conflict-affected areas, refugee settlements, fragile states, and marginalized communities with limited access to quality education.

The Advisor will champion innovative, evidence-based educational interventions that not only address immediate learning needs and educational barriers but also tackle the underlying systemic issues that perpetuate educational inequality and exclusion. This includes designing and overseeing integrated programs spanning emergency education, formal and non-formal education systems strengthening, teacher training and professional development, school infrastructure and WASH in schools, digital learning innovations, youth skills development, and comprehensive early childhood development initiatives focusing on the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children from birth to eight years.

Operating at the nexus of humanitarian response and development programming, the position demands a seasoned professional who can seamlessly transition between emergency education deployment scenarios and long-term educational system transformation initiatives. The Advisor will be responsible for building organizational capacity, fostering educational innovation, and ensuring that all interventions are pedagogically sound, culturally appropriate, conflict-sensitive, gender-responsive, and aligned with international education standards and the Sustainable Development Goals.

This role offers the opportunity to shape education strategies that directly impact millions of children, youth, and adults while building the capacity of education systems to deliver quality, inclusive, and equitable education for all. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across sectors, lead multidisciplinary teams, engage with ministries of education and high-level stakeholders, and contribute to global knowledge generation in the education in emergencies and development sector.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Program Development
• Develop and implement comprehensive education strategies aligned with ForAfrika's mission, national education policies, and international frameworks (SDG 4, Education 2030 Framework)
• Lead the design of integrated, multi-sectoral education programs that address barriers to quality education, with particular focus on conflict, fragile, and marginalized contexts
• Provide technical guidance on program approaches including emergency education, accelerated learning programs, teacher training, school feeding, WASH in schools, digital learning innovations, and comprehensive early childhood development programming
• Ensure programs incorporate cross-cutting themes of gender equality, social inclusion, disability inclusion, child protection, climate change adaptation and mitigation, and community engagement
• Support the development of context-appropriate curricula and learning materials that promote peace, tolerance, social cohesion, and holistic child development from birth through primary education
• Technical Support and Capacity Building
• Provide systematic training, mentoring, and coaching to field staff on education programming approaches and international standards
• Support country teams in conducting rapid and comprehensive education needs assessments, learning outcome evaluations, and education system analyses
• Develop technical guidance materials, standard operating procedures, training curricula, and best practice documentation
• Build organizational capacity in emerging approaches such as Education in Emergencies (EiE), inclusive education, digital learning, and systems strengthening
• Mentor and coach regional and national education staff in quality education programming and international standards (INEE Minimum Standards, Sphere Standards)
• Business Development
• Lead education grant acquisition portfolio development and management in collaboration with business development teams
• Support proposal development and fundraising efforts for education programs across humanitarian and development funding streams, with particular expertise in early childhood development funding
• Provide technical inputs for grant applications, donor reporting, and compliance with education donor requirements
• Participate in donor meetings, technical working groups, and education sector reviews
• Contribute to resource mobilization strategies, funding diversification, and expansion of revenue streams for education programming
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with external organizations, stakeholders, and donors to enhance collaboration opportunities and secure sustainable funding
• Program Quality Assurance
• Ensure adherence to international education standards including INEE (Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies) Minimum Standards and Sphere Standards
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation systems for education interventions, including learning outcome assessments and education system strengthening indicators
• Conduct regular field visits to assess program quality, learning environments, and provide technical support
• Lead or support external evaluations and reviews of education programs and contribute to evidence-based program improvements
• Ensure child safeguarding measures are integrated into all education programming
• Partnership and Coordination
• Represent ForAfrika in relevant education coordination forums, clusters, and interagency platforms at national, regional, and global levels
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning across the organization and with external education partners
• Coordinate with other technical sectors (Food Security and Livelihoods, Economic Empowerment, Health and Nutrition, WASH) to ensure integrated programming approaches
• Support government capacity building and education system strengthening initiatives
• Research and Innovation
• Lead cutting-edge analysis, applied research, and documentation of lessons learned and best practices from education programming in challenging contexts
• Identify and promote innovative approaches, methodologies, and technologies in education programming including digital learning, mobile education, and adaptive learning technologies
• Support operational research initiatives, impact evaluations, and evidence generation for program improvement and policy influence
• Stay updated on global trends, best practices, and emerging approaches in education sector development and emergency education
• Contribute to organizational learning and adaptation based on field experience and research findings
• Lead development and field testing of educational tools, curricula, and pedagogical approaches
• Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning
• Develop and implement comprehensive knowledge management systems for education programming across all country operations
• Establish knowledge sharing platforms, communities of practice, and learning networks among education staff and partners
• Design and maintain accessible repositories of education resources, technical guidance, training materials, and best practices
• Coordinate with DMEAL unit to guide education program evidence generation and thought leadership development
• Develop knowledge products including case studies, policy briefs, technical papers, and practice notes for internal and external use
• Support evidence-based decision making through accessible knowledge systems and learning platforms

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in education programming in humanitarian and development contexts.
• At least 5 years of experience in technical or management roles in education sector.
• Proven track record in education program design, implementation, and evaluation
• Degree in Education, International Education Development, Educational Psychology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may substitute for formal qualifications; demonstrated experience and technical track record are the primary consideration for this role.
• Professional certification in project management (PMP) or education sector standards
• Teaching experience in formal or non-formal education settings, particularly in early childhood contexts
• Experience with specific educational approaches such as:
• Comprehensive early childhood development programs
• Accelerated learning programs
• Mother tongue-based multilingual education
• Vocational and technical education training (TVET)
• Parenting and family support programs
• Adult literacy and numeracy programs
• School feeding and nutrition programs
• Climate change adaptation and mitigation in education
• Multi-language capabilities and experience in multilingual education contexts
• Trainer or capacity building qualifications in education sector with demonstrated ability in virtual training delivery
• Experience in education research, evaluation, impact assessment, and policy analysis
• Experience with disability-inclusive education and barrier-free learning environments

Technical Skills

• Education Programming: Deep understanding of education system strengthening, curriculum development, teacher training, and learning outcome assessment
• Early Childhood Development: Comprehensive expertise in ECD principles and practices, including physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children from birth to eight years
• Inclusive Education: Knowledge of inclusive education approaches, special needs education, and barrier removal strategies
• Digital Learning: Knowledge of educational technology, digital learning platforms, and innovative delivery mechanisms
• Teacher Development: Experience in teacher training, professional development, and education workforce strengthening
• Grant Development: Strong technical writing skills and expertise in crafting well-aligned grant proposals that adhere to organizational frameworks and evidence-based practices

Core Competencies

• Educational Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire education teams across multiple countries and contexts
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop and implement strategic approaches to complex educational challenges
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with storytelling approaches when appropriate.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with focus on evidence-based decision making and critical thinking
• Cultural Competency: Sensitivity to diverse cultural and linguistic contexts and ability to work effectively across cultures
• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in challenging and rapidly changing educational environments
• Digital Literacy: Adopts and champions new educational technology, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to educational challenges
• Donor Relations: Proficiency in identifying global education donors, cultivating relationships, and understanding existing and emerging funding models

Behavioral Competencies

• Commitment to child rights, protection, and educational equity across all developmental stages
• Results-oriented with attention to educational quality, learning outcomes, and holistic child development
• Collaborative approach with strong interpersonal, facilitation, and teamwork skills
• Innovation mindset with commitment to continuous learning, improvement, and resilience in demanding environments
• Ethical integrity and professional accountability in all educational programming
• Empathy and tact when communicating with diverse stakeholders and communities

Safeguarding Commitment

ForAfrika is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All education staff are expected to share this commitment through adherence to our child protection policies, safeguarding procedures, and code of conduct. This position requires enhanced background checks, reference verification, and commitment to maintaining safe learning environments.

How to apply

Interested Candidates Should Submit

• Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining motivation for education sector work and suitability for the role
• Detailed CV including relevant education experience, training delivered, and educational achievements
• Contact details for three professional references including education sector supervisors

Applications must be received no later than 15th July 2026. To Apply, please click HERE.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job details

Source

• ForAfrika

Type

• Job

Career category

• Program/Project Management

Years of experience

• 5-9 years

Theme

• Education

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