Training Leader

Closing date: 31 Mar 2011
Location: Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
> Fixed term full time employment from 1.6.2011, 12 months (extendable)

Objectives
> Ensure the delivery of the training course MPSA
> Ensure the on-going development of its curriculum
> Identify further training needs and develop and implement training programmes accordingly
Principal tasks
> Identify needs for the adjustment / further development of the curriculum; establish and coordinate teams of experts for respective tasks
> Ensure that the curriculum is updated on time for each session to be delivered
> Identify and hire facilitators as per requirements
> Identify and make available resource persons
> Ensure training delivery meets all formal requirements and matches agreed standards
> Ensure training facilities are kept according to standard
> Ensure participants are selected/ admitted and that all formal requirements for their participation are met
> Manage the online learning platform

Reporting
> The position reports to the Program Director
> The position coordinates with professional and support staff

Specific qualifications
> Relevant University Degree (MA or PhD)
> Excellent command of English; at least oral command of French, Arabic or Portuguese
> At least 12 years professional experience
> Thereof a minimum of 6 years professional experience in a non-academic environment (this may include consulting)
> Substantial experience in the design and delivery of advanced training for professionals
> Substantial experience in the design of academic courses

We welcome applications as well as expressions of interest. Applications should comprise of a) a motivation letter, clearly stating your key qualifications in respect to our work and the specific qualifications required for the position you apply for (check our web site for relevant information www.ipss-addis.org); b) your respective specific career interest and objective, c) a CV and references.All communication will be kept strictly confidential.

Please direct your communication to:
Markus Koerner, Director APSP
application@ipss-addis.org

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