Education Technical Assistant

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Jigjiga, Somalia
Education

Job Description

A career opportunity awaits at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) — they are hiring a Education Technical Assistant in Jigjiga. This role falls within the Education sector and requires candidates with 2 - 3 years of relevant experience. Applications are open until Feb, 17. Don't miss this opportunity. Role and responsibilities The following is a brief description of the role. Generic responsibilities Monitor and report on the project activities and ensure compliance with plans and NRC standards Work with the community education committees in the planning and enrollment of the activities Distribute and monitor the use of school materials according to procedures Lead the training and other activities of the project and implement it to the highest standards Assisting the teachers in their work Suggest new methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities Report all education related concerns Carry out data collection as required Prepare field reports Prepare and file relevant documents as required by line manager Support monitoring & evaluation activities and all report writing activities Record and maintain project specific field documents according to donor and NRC specifications Mobilize communities and beneficiaries to participate in education activities Maintains a strong work-relation with communities and implementing partners Contribute to the development of project and thematic materials for use in Education program activities Support Education Coordinator, Education Officer and other Education program staffs to conduct assessments and surveys Support all budgeting, accounting and administration tasks of education activities Specific responsibilities Support monitoring & evaluation activities and all report writing activities Record and maintain project specific field documents according to donor and NRC specifications Mobilize communities and beneficiaries to participate in education activities Maintains a strong work-relation with communities and implementing partners Contribute to the development of project and thematic materials for use in Education program activities Support Education Coordinator, Education Officer and other Education program staffs to conduct assessments and surveys Support all budgeting, accountin === Skills & Qualifications === Qualifications Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories: 1. Professional competencies These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. Generic professional competencies for this position: At least 2 years of experience from working with NRC education projects in a humanitarian/recovery context BA degree with relevant experience necessary. Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities English and Computer skills Context related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position): Strong administrative, accounting and reporting skills. Good Computer skills Good English skills Training and facilitation skills in particular Ability to work under pressur --- About Jigjiga --- Jigjiga is the capital of the Somali Regional State (Somali Galbeed) in eastern Ethiopia. The city serves as an important economic center for the ethnic Somali population in Ethiopia and hosts various government and non-governmental organizations working on development and humanitarian programs. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Waxbarasho • Shaqo Soomaaliya • Shaqo Cusub

Qualifications & Requirements

Qualifications Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories: 1. Professional competencies These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. Generic professional competencies for this position: At least 2 years of experience from working with NRC education projects in a humanitarian/recovery context BA degree with relevant experience necessary. Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities English and Computer skills Context related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position): Strong administrative, accounting and reporting skills. Good Computer skills Good English skills Training and facilitation skills in particular Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision Ability and willingness to work and live under difficult circumstances Flexible, creative and co-operative Somali language is must 2. Behavioral competencies Handling insecure environments Working with people Planning and delivering results Communicate with impact and respect

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Job Details

Posted: February 4, 2026
Deadline: February 17, 2026 (0 days left)
Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Location: Jigjiga, Somalia
Sector: Education