Talent lab are Hiring – Zonal Consultants

Hiring – Zonal Consultants

A leading education-focused organization is seeking Zonal Consultants to support state-level education systems and strengthen implementation across designated states. This role involves providing technical assistance to State Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEBs) and serving as a key link between state-level operations and the central project team. In addition, the position offers field work opportunities for candidates who want to gain hands-on experience in diverse education environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to SUBEBs within assigned zones and participate in field work opportunities to enhance project impact.
• Support the development, validation, and tracking of Basic Education Action Plans (BEAPs) and State Medium-Term Basic Education Strategic Plans (SMTBESPs).
• Strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems at state and Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) levels.
• Facilitate the implementation of key education strategies and initiatives. These responsibilities involve engaging with field work opportunities to understand local challenges.
• Support the diagnosis and analysis of state-specific education system gaps, bottlenecks, and opportunities.
• Assist in stakeholder consultations, technical working sessions, and validation meetings to ensure inclusive planning.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in education programme implementation, child development programming, public sector engagement, or education reform initiatives.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s basic education system, including SUBEBs and LGEAs, is essential.
• Experience in capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and systems strengthening.

Locations:

• Kaduna, Nasarawa, Oyo, Bauchi, Imo, and Akwa Ibom

Application Deadline:

• March 20, 2026

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to recruitment@talentlabltd.com, using “Zonal Consultant” as the subject of the email.

This is an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about improving education systems and contributing to impactful state-level reforms. Moreover, zonal consultant positions provide valuable field work opportunities in multiple states.