Call For Applications: Education Officer – Maiduguri At Strategic Humanitarian Aid Development Organisation (Shade)
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Start Date: As Soon As Possible (ASAP)
Application Deadline: 26th May 2025
Email Applications to: info@shadeinternational.org
Subject Line: Education Officer Application
About the Role
STRATEGIC HUMANITARIAN AID DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION (SHADE) is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Education Officer to support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of education-focused interventions in conflict-affected communities. The Education Officer will work closely with project teams, local stakeholders, and education authorities to ensure quality delivery of learning services that promote inclusive and equitable education for vulnerable children, particularly girls and adolescents affected by insurgency-related disruptions.
This role is ideal for a passionate educator or program professional who thrives in humanitarian contexts and is committed to advancing access to safe, quality, and inclusive education.
Key Responsibilities
Program Implementation & Quality
Support the execution of education activities, including school reintegration, learning assessments, and teacher capacity development.
Facilitate the delivery of psychosocial support and life skills training integrated with education programming.
Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with work plans and donor requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
Liaise with school administrators, community leaders, local education authorities, and parents to ensure community ownership and sustainability.
Represent SHADE in education clusters, working groups, and coordination forums.
Capacity Building & Support
Train and mentor community-based facilitators, volunteers, and education personnel.
Develop and adapt learning materials and tools suitable for conflict-affected learners.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
Collect and analyze field data to inform learning and improvement.
Contribute to donor reporting and project documentation, including case studies and success stories.
Key Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in implementing education programs within humanitarian or development contexts.
Familiarity with non-formal education, adolescent learning, and education in emergencies (EiE) is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education principles and safeguarding.
Fluency in English and at least one local language (Hausa, Kanuri, or Shuwa) is an asset.
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and coordination skills.
What We Offer
Professional Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities within a dynamic team.
Impactful Work: A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
Team Culture: A collaborative environment rooted in respect, accountability, and innovation.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed CV to info@shadeinternational.org using the subject line “Education Officer Application”, or fill in the application form via the link: https://forms.gle/x68m648DLQa917Ko8.
Alternatively, hard copy submissions can be made at our office:
Block F1, Fashar Complex, Moduganari By-Pass, Maiduguri, Borno State.
Application Deadline: 26th May 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.
Be a part of transforming education in crisis contexts. Apply now and make a difference where it matters most.
