Lead Facilitator(s)

Closing date: 31 Mar 2011
Location: Ethiopia - Addis Ababa
Consultancy: app. 90 days within one year
> about 15 days every two months according to a defined schedule

Objectives
Ensure the facilitation of one batch of the MPSA course
> based on the detailed curriculum / schedule provided
> in line with the facilitation guideline of IPSS

Principal tasks
> Facilitate six attendance sessions within one year
> Develop distance learning assignments
> Implement the grading of all assignments through the Moodle system
> Lead and implement the on-going monitoring and evaluation
> Ensure that the course-specific section of our on-line learning platform Moodle is updated and ready for use
> Support the further development and refinement of the curriculum
> Support the further development of the methodology/facilitation guidelines
> Ensure training delivery meets all formal requirements and matches agreed standards
> Monitor usability of training facilities and equipments thoughout the sessions and initiate repairs, procurement etc
> Tutor participants towards their declared learning objectives

Reporting
> The position reports to the Training Leader
> The position coordinates with professional and support staff

Special Qualifications
> Relevant University Degree (MA or PhD)
> Excellent command of English; at least oral command of French, Arabic or Portuguese
> At least 15 years professional experience
> Thereof a minimum of 5 years professional experience in a non-academic environment (this may include consulting) and 3 years professional experience in a leadership position
> Substantial experience in the delivery of advanced training for professionals
> Substantial experience in the facilitation of workshops

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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