Learning Facilitator - Akkar

Project Summary :

The purpose of QITABI 3 is to further strengthen education service government systems to yield student learning improvements across all of Lebanon’s public schools (first and second shifts) and in select low cost private schools that are vulnerable and economically disadvantaged. The Activity will target an estimated 350,000 girls and boys in over a thousand of Lebanon’s public schools and vulnerable, economically disadvantaged low-cost private schools and will support the education system’s overall capacity to plan, budget, deliver, monitor, evaluate and institutionalize quality educational services by providing in-depth technical assistance to the Center for Educational Research and Development (CERD) and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE). 

Position Description: 
Ana Aqra is seeking a Learning Facilitator in Akkar. The Learning Facilitator will be responsible for coordinating, overlooking, and ensuring day to day smooth implementation of activities and adherence to logistics and administration at the regional level. 

Place of work: Akkar
Supervisor: Lead Coordinator  

Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

In this position, a Learning Facilitator will serve as a facilitator and technical support working in the field with clusters of schools participating in the QITABI3 Activity. S/he responsibilities will include:  

• • Serve as a facilitator for diverse activities encompassing face-to-face, distance, and blended learning at the school level. 
  • Collaborate with school personnel (principals, teachers, administrators) and parents, fostering learning, and offering essential support to enhance the learning environment at the school, fostering a community of learners. This includes Arabic, English, and French Literacy, Math, Technology Literacy, Social Emotional Learning, life skills and career guidance, parental engagement, data collection, data entry and verification, logistics, resources and distribution of teaching and learning materials (TLMs).
  • Work closely with DOPS mentors, Subject Matter Coordinators, life skills and career guidance coordinators, and focal points to enhance the quality of teaching and learning across various modalities.
  • Facilitate the creation of a collaborative environment among school administrators, teachers, parents, and the broader community.
  • Establish connections with the local community to map available services within the cluster, updating this information regularly, and providing support with referrals when needed. 
  • Support SMCs, teachers and parents with resources, School SEL Plan implementation, and provide synchronous and asynchronous coaching support. 
  • Act as a mediator to resolve conflicts that may arise, with the objective of facilitating implementation.
  • Report to the North Lead Coordinator on activities, progress, and challenges.
  • Undertake additional tasks as required and requested by the Lead Coordinator and Program Manager, including supporting other Ana Aqra activities. 

Qualifications:

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in education and/or possession of a teaching diploma or relevant degree and at least 2-3 years working in a school setting.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing formative assessment, teacher appraisal, and providing coaching support.  
• Proficient computer skills, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, video conferencing, and online learning platforms. 
• Proficiency in Arabic, and excellent proficiency in either French or English as a second language. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Familiarity with the community they reside in, including its geography and needs. 
• Easy mobility within one governorate for transportation purposes. 
• Ability to assess challenges and make informed decisions. 
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and strong planning skills. 
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people. 
• Capability to provide evidence-based reporting on indicators.
• In-depth knowledge of current education challenges.  

 Working Conditions: 
Work environment: Field-based with logistics and reporting done at the Ana Aqra - QITABI3 offices.