Director of Education Services at Christian Social Services Commission

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure the department participates effectively or initiates dialogue in formulating national education policies, laws and directives.
Monitor and provide a report(s) on effectiveness and the adherence of the stakeholders, i.e. Government and church institutions, to the policies, laws and directives.
Monitor the trend in providing education services by the churches and the Government and give feedback to the relevant authorities.
Lead the department to develop programmes for improving financing, coordination, and planning in improving accessibility and quality of education services.
Ensure that the department provides technical support to the Church Education facilities.
Promote horizontal learning by organizing periodic meetings with Key stakeholders with the churches, Government, Development Partners and NGOs with similar objectives.
Form partnerships with the Government, Development partners and NGOs with similar objectives as well as among the churches in improving accessibility and quality of education services.
Prepare and implement strategic plans, quarterly, semi and annual plans, budgets and reports.
Ensure that staff Appraisal is undertaken in the department and report(s) is/are submitted to the human resource officer as per CSSC Human Resource Manual.
Ensure that information and directives are acted upon and disseminated within the department.
Ensure that a departmental meeting is held at least once a month, and you will be responsible for chairing it.
Ensure that all relevant data on the provision of education services are in place and updated from time to time.
Oversee day-to-day operations, working under limited supervision and supervising the use of Department funds.
Carry out such other duties and responsibilities

Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Education or a related field is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

At least five years of working experience in the Education sector from both public and private sectors, including FBO
Experience in leadership positions, project planning and managerial positions
The ability to set a vision for education services and inspire others to work towards that vision
The ability to develop and implement a strategic plan for education services that aligns with the organization’s overall goals and objectives.
The ability to assess the effectiveness of educational programs and services and make data-driven decisions to improve them.
The ability to manage budgets for education services, including identifying funding sources, allocating resources, and monitoring expenses.
The ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, such as church facility owners, relevant ministry, donors and community
Project management skills,
Supervisory skills,
Good communication skills.