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Closing date: 2017-07-31

Project Summary:

The Reading for Success National Program for Reading activity implemented by Creative Associates International and funded by USAID supports the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training (MNEVT) to improve reading and writing outcomes at the primary school level (grades 1-4). The activity will be carried out in partnership with the MNEVT to build their capacity to develop effective Arabic language curriculum and instructional materials and to deliver professional development programs to education personnel to improve teaching skills and better monitor student progress.

Position Summary:

The Senior Reading Specialist provides overall technical oversight and guidance to the project s support to improved reading instruction.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the work of the Early Grade Team to design teaching and learning materials including textbook, teacher guide and supplementary materials--for early grade reading in Arabic for Grades 1-4 students to improve early grade student reading competencies.
• Guide the development of continuous professional development and coaching modules, materials and training on reading instruction in Arabic for Grades 1-4, based on best practices, for use by MNEVT and Moroccan civil society organizations.
• Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to conduct an Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA).
• Work closely with the Enrichment Program team on the development of extracurricular interventions to support reading achievement.
• Supervise Early Grade Reading Team and coordinate technical assistance from expert reading consultants.

Reporting & Supervision:

This position reports to the Program Manager and supervises technical staff members.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in Early Grade Reading or a related field, with 4 years of experience working in education, or a Master s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
• In depth knowledge in the teaching of reading in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA).
• Familiarity with USAID tools or other international organizations and methodologies to
• improve education outcomes.
• Understanding of the development and education issues in Morocco.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Modern Standard Arabic.
• Fluency in French is desired.

Please apply on company website: https://rew21.ultipro.com/CRE1010/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*CD597E11E5766FCC

Closing date: 2017-07-31

Main purpose of the position

To assist genebank manager and species curators with all field and laboratory activities related to genetic resources conservation, regeneration, characterization and documentation.

About ICARDA

The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is an international autonomous, non-profit, research organization supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

ICARDA s mission is to reduce poverty, enhance food, water and nutritional security, as well as environmental health in the face of global challenges including climate change. We do this through innovative science, strategic partnerships, linking research to development and capacity development that take into account gender equality and the role of youth in transforming the dry areas. ICARDA works in partnership with governments, universities, civil society, national agricultural research organization, other CGIAR research Centers, and the private sector. With its temporary Headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, ICARDA operates in regional and country offices across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. For more information: www.icarda.org

Main responsibilities

Undertaking field and laboratory operations of all genetic resources planted in Morocco including land preparation, sowing, weed control, chemical applications (fertilizers, fungicides, insecticides, pesticides, etc.), irrigation, harvesting, threshing, cleaning and fumigation.

Assisting in the characterization and evaluation of the accessions and the experiments.

Preparing seeds for distribution.

Ensuring accurate, complete and timely input of data into the genebank database.

Supervising daily workers.

Contribute to pre-breeding activities.

Performing any other job related to genetic resources conservation assigned by the supervisor.

Education, qualifications and experience

Diploma in agriculture or 1-2 years of experience in agriculture related activities.

Demonstrated ability in field research management.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in data recording and computer data entry (MS Office, Windows, etc.).

Ability to work effectively in a team.

Driving license.

Terms of appointment, salary and benefits

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff position. The initial period of employment will be a fixed term of contract for one year, which will also be the probationary period. The contract is renewable subject to satisfactory performance, continued need for the position and availability of funds. Starting salary will depend on relevant qualifications and experience.

Please apply onlineat www.icarda.org/iea/by 31 July 2017.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from qualified women.

Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.