Accelerated Education Program (AEP) Facilitator

1. Introduction:

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, and legally registered Ethiopian Civil Society Organization (Registration No. 2330). PAD is committed to promoting a just, compassionate, and inclusive society where all people can thrive. Guided by the values of optimism, integrity, kindness, excellence, and impactful action, PAD works to provide effective humanitarian and development support to communities in need.

PAD is currently seeking qualified and motivated individuals for the following position(s)

1. Position Details:

• Position: Accelerated Education Program (AEP) Facilitator
• Number required: 14 positions required
• Duty Station: 4 positions in North Wollo Zone: Raya Kobo and Habru woredas at TVET, Awura Godana, Abuarie, and Jara IDP sites; 3 positions in North Shewa Zone around Debre Birhan Town: Woinshet, Bakelo, and China IDP sites; and 1 position in Wag Himra Zone at Sekota Town, including Mebrathail, Maybulit, and Qunta Fabrica IDP sites.
• Language: Proficiency in English and Fluency in the local language(s) of the project area are mandatory.
• Employment Type: Contractual, project-based position subject to project funding and duration

1. Job Summary:

The AEP Facilitator is responsible for delivering high-quality, child-centered and inclusive teaching and learning activities under the Accelerated Education Program (AEP) for crisis-affected and out-of-school children. The Facilitator will create and maintain a safe, inclusive, accessible and protective learning environment that enables all learners, including Children with Disabilities (CWDs) and children with other learning and support needs, to participate meaningfully and achieve the expected learning outcomes.

The Facilitator will implement the approved AEP curriculum using learner-centered, participatory and differentiated teaching approaches. The Facilitator will identify and address barriers to learning and participation, provide appropriate classroom-level support and reasonable accommodation, and support the effective use of assistive devices by CWDs. The Facilitator will monitor learner attendance, participation, learning progress and completion; support assessment and transition of successful learners into the formal education system; and work closely with parents/caregivers, schools, Woreda Education Offices and project staff to promote retention and continuity of education, particularly for CWDs and other vulnerable learners.