Camp Education Coordinator at World Vision International
Rwanda: (Deadline 03-08-2026)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Camp Education Coordinator - Fixed-term contract
(Till December 31, 2026)
World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian
organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our
interventions in the strategic period of 2026-2030 seek to reach 2.5 million of
the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Child
Protection, Education, Nutrition and WASH, and Poverty Alleviation (Resilience
and Livelihoods).
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified,
dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Camp
Education Coordinator, joining an established and experienced team. This
stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple
areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic,
global organization. It will be based in Mahama, Nyabiheke & Kiziba Refugee
Camps, and will report to the Education in Emergency Manager.
Purpose of the position:
To effectively coordinate the implementation and monitoring
of quality education among refugee camps in Early Childhood Development (ECD),
Primary and Secondary Education, Special Needs Education (SNE) and Out of
School Children (OOSC) for the improvement of the lives of the most vulnerable
children. The role will also include data management as well as strengthening
coordination with UNHCR and other partners in the Education and Emergency
sector. The role holder will take the lead in representing World Vision
Rwanda’s Education in Emergency program externally and will participate in all
coordination and coalitions with the aim of expanding WV Rwanda Education in
Emergency program.
MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES % of time Activity End Results 25%
Major activities Resource Acquisition
- Provide
technical support in needs identification and assessment in the area of
the education in emergency program.
- Provide
technical support in resource acquisition and project design related to
education in emergencies.
- Write
all technical sections in education proposals, design the activities per
output, and ensure the costing of these activities in coordination with
finance teams
- Contribute
to the expansion of WV’s education sector portfolio.
- Contribute
to “go/no go decision’ for project location and resource allocation
All planned activities are sufficiently funded 25%
Technical Leadership and Technical input
- Develop
sector-specific technical approaches/Technical program, implementation
guidelines and tools and promote implementation
- Coordinate
the implementation of the WV Rwanda Education in Emergency project,
including identifying ongoing priority areas,
- Ensure
that sector budgets are aligned to project designs and Implementation
plans,
- Provide
relevant technical advice to WV Rwanda on Education in Emergency technical
issues,
- Alignment
of the program with national, donor, partnership and government strategies
- Sharing
best practices, scale up in the operational areas
- Ensure
that the Education in Emergency project adheres to set standards (Donor,
MoE, Government, Education cluster, etc.),
- Ensure
integration with other sectors and departments to optimize resource use
and program impact,
- Provide
technical support during project implementation to ensure the project
meets or supersedes established standards. Possibly contextualize
international Technical Models to the context of WV Rwanda (such as
Literacy Boost).
- Ensure
compliance with donor requirements during project implementation
- Maintain
an adequate supply of educational materials.
- Coordinate
with UNHCR and the WV Rwanda supply chain department and ensure that
education supplies are procured/delivered in a timely manner.
- Alignment
of the program with national, donor, partnership and government
strategies
- Sharing
best practices, scale up in the operation areas
20%
Quality Assurance
- Ensure
technical program quality through the implementation of project review
systems, World Vision’s DME guidelines and policies, and donor
requirements;
- Ensure
the availability of data whenever it is required
- Undertake
periodic project monitoring and technical backstopping
- Support
Quality Assurance Team in developing indicators, targets, measurement
frameworks and monitoring plans; provide technical input for ToRs for
country-level and project assessments and evaluations.
- Review
draft assessment and evaluation reports to ensure technical quality.
- If
needed, participate in (Interagency Rapid Needs) Assessments. Review donor
reports to ensure technical quality
- Compile
weekly, monthly, quarterly and monthly report for Disaster Management
department
- Ensuring
quality programming in education in emergency program
- Achievements
under the Education Sector are on track
- Evidence
of impact for WVR’s contribution to education in emergency
20%
Engagement and Networking
- Pre-position
WV Rwanda for increased funding by effective representation with relevant
stakeholders, especially Cluster donors, partner I/NGOs and technical
working groups to profile WV and influence decisions.
- Represent
WV Rwanda in sector-specific national, regional and global forums deemed
necessary for quality programming and profiling WV Rwanda with donors.
- Oversee
regular programming and coordination meetings between the Sector
Specialists.
- To
actively engage with various education networks within and outside the
partnership (child rights, gender, peace and reconciliation) and regularly
update the national office.
- Ensure
representation on relevant education cluster and technical working groups
to profile WV Rwanda and influence decisions.
Technical specifications for goods and services to procure
are developed and shared 5% Information Management:Support
keeping accurate and up-to-date records of all programme documents, resources,
lessons and good practices, and facilitate their circulation and use within the
NO, across the partnership and with partners.
- The
education database is established and updated on a monthly and quarterly
basis.
- Best
practices, lessons learned, and achievements are documented and
published
5% Building Partnerships:Building Partnerships:
Pursue and develop meaningful and formal partnerships with Government, UN
agencies, NGO’s, research institutes and other community stakeholders that will
compliment WVR Livelihoods program.
- WVR
Education in Emergency is well connected with key partners
- Good
representation on provincial and national levels, as agreed with the
respective supervisor
- Provide
support office/donors partner’s vital program information, documentation,
stories and reports on a timely basis.
KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS
FOR THE ROLE Required Professional Experience
- At
least 5 years of professional experience (of which 3 years are in
Education in Emergencies). 2 Years of experience working with Refugee
Communities will be an advantage;
- Demonstrated
experience in project management;
- Demonstrated
experience in capacity building, project design and budget
management.
- Strong
understanding of Refugee operational context.
- Experience
in working and coordinating with the Government of Rwanda and other
stakeholders.
- Strong
interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills.
- Excellent
analytical and written skills, and good computer skills.
- Fluency
in English, with strong English writing skills.
- Additional
qualities: ability to multi-task, ability to handle pressure well, ability
to improvise, flexibility, adaptability to transition.
Required Education,training, license,registration,
andcertification
- Bachelor’s
degree in education, social work, social sciences or related discipline.If
a foreign institution issued the degree, an equivalence certificate from
the Rwanda Higher Education Council (HEC) will be required)
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications
- Experience
in working with International NGOs that focus on children
- Working
with children, especially those in early grades of education, is an added
advantage
- Experience
working in Education in Emergencies
- Working
experience in community development.
Travel and/orWork EnvironmentRequirement The position
requires the ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 100% of the
time since he/she is time since he/she is community-based.
PhysicalRequirements Physically fit and able to conduct teacher training and
school visits LanguageRequirements English and Kinyarwanda
Salary: The salary is commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Should you wish to apply for this position, please go
to https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Camp-Education-Coordinator_JR50940-1
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considered.
If you encounter any challenges during the application
process, please don’t hesitate to let us know at wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org(no applications
will be accepted through this email).
The closing date for submission of applications is August
3, 2026; no late applications will be accepted.
As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed
to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not
suitable for working with children.
All employment is conditional upon the successful completion
of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
It is also important to note that World Vision is a
Christian humanitarian organization with a mission centered on following Jesus
Christ in service to the world´s most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all
locations to the fullest extent legally permissible, the successful applicant
will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian
principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics, and strive to act in
accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with
team and office devotions, chapel, and prayer gatherings is expected in line
with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments.
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