Job Description

EEF Programme Manager - Boys

This is the perfect volunteer role for getting into international development (or for having a year off work without it costing a thing). In this role you will change the lives of many Ethiopian teenagers forever.

The Programme Manager Boys is to provide a structured and disciplined environment and to be a role model for our students.

In addition to student welfare, the Programme Manager Boys is to work closely with the Programme Manager Girls to ensure the smooth running of the overall EEF programme.

Key Functions

• House Parent to 25 boys aged 13 to 18
• Budget/ expenses management (this is a key factor)
• Weekly reporting to Head Office in London
• Hostel maintenance management / coordination with external contractors
• Student Selection – Playing a key part during the selection process for the scholars for the 2018/19 intake. This involves hosting entrance exams, writing candidate evaluation reports and managing assessment centres
• Liaison with external parties – Represent EEF with external agencies and our 15 feeder schools
• Daily liaison with our main partner school
• Organising extra-curricular activities and workshops for our students

Requirements

• Programme Manager Boys requires male applicants only 
• University Graduate aged over 24
• Previous experience in education or working with disadvantaged teenagers is a distinct advantage
• Excellent English both written and spoken
• Self-sufficient and independent individual
• Disciplined work ethic and the clear understanding of the benefit of structure and ground rules within a hostel environment
• Highly organised with excellent report writing skills and precise financial management
• A passion for education

Interviews will be held in the UK or by SKYPE for exceptional candidates. EFF cannot cover travel costs related to the interview.

TERMS

• Start date June 2018
• Minimum of 12 months contract 

Compensation details 

• En-suite private facilities at the Hostel. Live-in position with all meals included.
• One return flight to Europe included per annum.
• Monthly expense allowance.

Interviews will commence as soon as we receive applications from suitable candidates.
We therefore strongly advise to apply as soon as possible.