1. Manage and strengthen the department of professional development at Zindagi Trust schools
   • Assist the Project Manager in the development of administrative guidelines and policies for professional development
   • Develop schools-wide professional development plan through coaching, professional learning networks and other structured activities
   • Establish procedures to periodically evaluate professional development activities and make modifications as appropriate
   • Manage the process for budgeting and identifying resources to meet all training needs
   • Assist the PM in strengthening the monitoring tools
   • Training newly hired/transferred employees
   • Assist the PM in recruitment of project staff at school

1. Develop/ enhance leadership capacity of Subject Leads to deliver structured development activities of their respective faculties
   • Review training plans of subject leads and provide guidelines to finalize a plan which could cater to the needs of respective faculties
   • Mentor Subject leads on problem solving and interpersonal skills.
   • Develop academic, activity and training calendar in coordination with PM and Subject Leads
   • Review assessment papers to analyze and evaluate the learning level of students
   • Review curriculum and text books along with PD team to strategize the step by step development in teaching practices and incorporate need based modifications

1. Review and analyze the School Development Plan periodically to follow up on the set goals for teaching and learning in school
   • Develop tools to reflect on teaching practices in a structured manner
   • Observe teachers in classroom, assess their instructional practices and provide structured feedback
   • Encourage teachers to observe their peers’ classroom and offer feedback for growth
   • Evaluate teachers’ performance in a structured manner and update PM with the performance
   • Conduct workshops/ training sessions/ model classes for continuous professional development of PD team members and teachers

• Knowledge of current trends in curriculum, teaching methods and strategies [and in teacher development and motivation
• Knowledge of best practices in school improvement, leadership development; adult learning theory and professional development
• Ability to work independently; problem-solve, analyze issues and create action plans
• Skills of collaboration, coordination, and facilitation of work groups
• Ability to analyze academic data and skills to format data into effective programs
• Ability to communicate with staff from diverse skills, mindsets and expectations
• Ability to work in challenging and unstructured environments
• Belief in the ability of all students to achieve excellent academic and non-academic outcomes regardless of their socio-economic background
• Values excellence and strong work ethic

• Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution
• Training and experience of 6-8 years in staff development, leadership development and instructional design

Prospective candidates should send their CV to career@zindagitrust.org with a cover letter describing how their previous experience fits within this role. This position is open for applications.

• Create a culture of openness, trust, respect, acceptance of diversity, reflection and collaborative learning.
• Establish and promote high standards of performance and excellence for all students and staff.
• Involve school staff in the school development planning and execution process.
• Supervise, mentor and support entire school staff including government staff.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with staff, students, and parents through regular meetings, small group and one-one interactions as needed.
• Provide mentorship and support to develop the capacity of the school’s management team including government Head Mistress and Coordinators.
• Liaise with bureaucracy on matters that require assistance from the provincial government and maintaining records of all such correspondence.

• Liaise with Head of Programs and Strategic Development Head of Programs and Strategic Development to develop School Development Plan that is in line with organizational vision, mission and values.
• Implement the plan in action and spirit and document its progress and challenges.
• Evaluate existing projects and practices and pilot new programs on an ongoing basis in liaison with the Head of Programs and Strategic Development.

• Develop, implement, manage and oversee academic and co-curricular activities.
• Oversee the activities of Professional Development Team and facilitate the team as needed.
• Ensure continued improvement in curriculum, textbooks and teaching methods.
• Ensure that teachers follow prescribed syllabi, schemes of studies, examination requirements and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing consistent evaluation of government and project teachers through classroom observations, copy checking etc. followed by constructive feedback.

• Ensure safety and security of all students while they are on the school premises.
• Identify intellectual, physical, social and emotional needs affecting students’ success in school
• Involve relevant stakeholders e.g. teachers, staff, Head Office, external organizations and proactively take steps to meet the needs of students.
• Design and conduct risk-assessment to identify and classify potential safety hazards in the school premises.

• Ensure implementation of clear policies and procedures concerning administration and management for smooth functioning of the school.
• Oversee all administrative activities including staff recruitment, student admissions, attendance, punctuality, cleanliness, utilization of facilities, general school routine and development and implementation of timetable etc.
• Recommend, implement and monitor changes to administrative policies and protocols to ensure improved administration and supervision.

• Develop and maintain a relationship with various stakeholders such as local officials, community members and alumni to design collective initiatives and streamline operations.
• Engage with community to expand the outreach of school initiatives through PTMs, Open House events, school exhibitions, guest talks etc.
• Engage with other organizations (non-profits, universities, independent researchers, government) working in the field of education, specially school reform, and community development.

• Ensure effective and timely use of funds for the project by developing monthly budget forecasts, issue timely request for funds, and provide bills against expenditure to the HO.
• Follow Petty Cash Policy and manage petty cash with utmost responsibility.
• Demonstrate custodianship of all assets (current and fixed) and other resources deployed at the school and ensure their effective use.

• Master’s degree in school leadership or related program required.
• Minimum 3 years of classroom teaching experience required.
• Minimum of four years of experience in school leadership position required.
• Experience managing and developing teams and individuals required.
• Experience working with diverse, low-income communities preferred.
• Strong command on written and verbal Urdu and English required.

• Be an organized individual with proactive attitude and strong leadership skills and experience.
• Be proficient in MS Office specially Ms Excel & Ms Word.
• Be an empowered individual with qualities of working individually and as a part of team.
• Have strong problem solving, critical thinking, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

• Plan content for social media, newsletters, website and other external communications
• Source success stories and curate rich content from the schools
• Develop content optimized for the relevant social media platform viz. Instagram, twitter and Facebook, etc.
• Draft and review social media and email marketing copy
• Develop ideas for supporting graphics, videos, polls to go along with social media copy
• Research and brainstorm content ideas, propose brand partnerships and campaigns
• Lead community management for all social media platforms
• Review all external communications – newsletters, campaign videos, tweets – for language, accuracy, relevance, tone to ensure it is aligned with our organizational values
• Draft introduction emails/letters to potential partners, corporate donors, researchers, media
• Draft press releases and advocacy briefs
• Manage the content, curation and design of annual report
• Provide program updates and information as required to senior management
• Prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and other progress reports

• A note describing why you are a good fit for the role
• A link to a post/story on any social media platform of your choice introducing your friends and followers to one of Zindagi Trust’s programs
• Your CV

You will help develop the visuals and branding for the organisation’s regular communications and special campaigns.

• Design and create visual content for social media, flyers, infographics and other campaign elements (e.g. web banners)
• Ideate creative concepts for various advocacy and fundraising campaigns
• Retouch and manipulate images as required

• Proficiency in creating graphics on Photoshop, Illustrator or Canva
• Solid visual, conceptual and typography skills
• Strong sense of design demonstrated by portfolio
• Some experience of photography and video editing skills are a plus

Successful candidates will spend 8-12 weeks with us after which they will have the opportunity of a permanent role on the basis of their performance.

• Monthly stipend   - Flexible hours    - Internship certificate  - Work from our office or remotely

To apply send your CV and portfolio to career@zindagitrust.org with the subject “Graphic Design Intern” - learn more at: zindagitrust.org/careers

1. Curate and design curriculum, teaching tools and resources to teach the subject effectively

• Evaluate National and International Curriculums and adapt them as per the needs of the organization
• Organize and develop the subject area's scope and sequence, and measure its effective impact on teaching and learning in the classroom
• Evaluate textbooks, learning materials, resources, audio-visual aids etc. for the subject area
• Work with other subject leads to develop linkages among subjects and link scheme of studies with the other subjects'

2. Workwith individual and/or small groups of teachers on content mastery, pedagogy, classroom management, designing learning experiences and reflection
3. Build authentic relationships to connect with each teacher's style, strengths, and areas of growth.
4. Co-teach and model innovative learning practices with subject coordinators and teachers
5. Plan and deliver regulartrainings for relevant subject teachers
6. Develop a team of Subject Coordinators who can provide consistent support to teachers by:

• Helping them develop scheme of studies
• Helping them choose appropriate teaching tools and developing teaching resources.
• Undertaking frequent classroom observations followed by coordination meetings
• Re-checking exercise books and assessment papers.
• Reviewing lesson plans of subject teachers on weekly basis for continuous follow up and development in the subject area.

• Decide on attainment targets to overview child's progression between year groups.
• Evaluate the teaching of subject across the school and use this analysis to report the management about effective practices, areas for improvement and future action plan
• Develop monitoring and evaluation tools along with the rest of the team
• Develop institutionalknowledgeofbestteachingandtrainingpracticesthroughfrequent documentation
• Undertake frequent and regular classroom observation to assess the implementation of the new strategies in subject area.

• Attends school events, meetings and presentations.
• Undertake any task which may reasonably be expected by the senior management and is commensurate with the role.
• Remains updated about developments in the subject in terms of statutory requirements and the range of good practices available.

• Teaching expertise in the relevant subject.
• Strong collaboration skills, preferably with experience in cross-team coordination and facilitation of workgroups.
• Ability to communicate with staff having diverse skills, mindsets and expectations.
• Ability to work independently, analyze and solve problems in complex, unstructured systems and create action plans.
• Ability to analyze academic data; format, visualize and present it effectively through software.
• Belief in the ability of all students to achieve excellent academic and non-academic outcomes regardless of their socioeconomic background.
• Commitment to excellence and strong work ethic.

• Masters Degree, preferably in education or the subject area, from an accredited educational institution
• Training and/or experience in staff development and instructional design

1. Curate and design curriculum, teaching tools and resources to teach the subject effectively

• Evaluate National and International Curriculums and adapt them as per the needs of the organization
• Organize and develop the subject area's scope and sequence, and measure its effective impact on teaching and learning in the classroom
• Evaluate textbooks, learning materials, resources, audio-visual aids etc. for the subject area
• Work with other subject leads to develop linkages among subjects and link scheme of studies with the other subjects'

2. Workwith individual and/or small groups of teachers on content mastery, pedagogy, classroom management, designing learning experiences and reflection
3. Build authentic relationships to connect with each teacher's style, strengths, and areas of growth.
4. Co-teach and model innovative learning practices with subject coordinators and teachers
5. Plan and deliver regulartrainings for relevant subject teachers
6. Develop a team of Subject Coordinators who can provide consistent support to teachers by:

• Helping them develop scheme of studies
• Helping them choose appropriate teaching tools and developing teaching resources.
• Undertaking frequent classroom observations followed by coordination meetings
• Re-checking exercise books and assessment papers.
• Reviewing lesson plans of subject teachers on weekly basis for continuous follow up and development in the subject area.

• Decide on attainment targets to overview child's progression between year groups.
• Evaluate the teaching of subject across the school and use this analysis to report the management about effective practices, areas for improvement and future action plan
• Develop monitoring and evaluation tools along with the rest of the team
• Develop institutionalknowledgeofbestteachingandtrainingpracticesthroughfrequent documentation
• Undertake frequent and regular classroom observation to assess the implementation of the new strategies in subject area.

• Attends school events, meetings and presentations.
• Undertake any task which may reasonably be expected by the senior management and is commensurate with the role.
• Remains updated about developments in the subject in terms of statutory requirements and the range of good practices available.

• Teaching expertise in the relevant subject.
• Strong collaboration skills, preferably with experience in cross-team coordination and facilitation of workgroups.
• Ability to communicate with staff having diverse skills, mindsets and expectations.
• Ability to work independently, analyze and solve problems in complex, unstructured systems and create action plans.
• Ability to analyze academic data; format, visualize and present it effectively through software.
• Belief in the ability of all students to achieve excellent academic and non-academic outcomes regardless of their socioeconomic background.
• Commitment to excellence and strong work ethic.

• Masters Degree, preferably in education or the subject area, from an accredited educational institution
• Training and/or experience in staff development and instructional design

• Research best practices in the field of learning design and innovation in community schools internationally and incorporate in the design of learning interventions at SGS.
• Develop, execute and monitor academic and co-curricular annual calendar.
• Develop an annual learning plan for school with priority areas and KPIs identified.
• Research various learning resources including library books, curate and develop content that promotes hands on content where needed within the Trust guidelines.
• Continuously monitor progress of the interventions that have been rolled out.

• Identify teachers' professional development needs and develop a training and support plan for teachers, in conjunction with the relevant Subject Leads.
• Support teachers in developing scheme of studies, effective lesson planning, and their execution in the classroom.
• Conduct coordination meetings with teachers to identify issues and to design support.
• Conduct formal and informal classroom observations followed by debrief meetings and coaching support.
• Check lesson plans and checked copies of teachers to evaluate the progress of teaching staff towards the learning goals of school.
• Organize need-based trainings and workshops in conjunction with the Subject Leads.

• Assist the School Principal in developing the School Development Plan.
• Coordinate with School Management and/or Subject Leads in conducting consultative meetings with teachers; take minutes of the meeting, disseminate information and keep an active follow up on identified areas.
• Assist School Principal in keeping an effective follow up of students with special concerns and help teachers to plan and take effective measures.
• In conjunction with School Principal, plan and organise extracurricular activities and effectively administer inter & intra school competition.
• Periodically review and revise monitoring and evaluation tools with the management to strengthen academic and co-curricular outcomes.
• Review and enhance procedures of recruitment and performance management of teachers and provide necessary support for its implementation.
• Identify the need for academic and co-curricular staff at the school and inform the School Principal on timely basis.

• Attend school events, meetings and presentations.
• Undertake any task which may reasonably be expected by the Management Team and is commensurate with his/ her role in the team.
• Remain updated about developments in the all subjects in terms of statutory requirements and the range of good practices available.

• Master's degree in Education or related program is necessary.
• 2-3 years of classroom teaching experience required.
• 2-3 years of academic management and leadership experience.
• Experience managing and developing teams and individuals required.
• Experience working with diverse, under-privileged communities preferred.

• Proficient in MS Office specially MS Excel & MS Word.
• An empowered individual with qualities of leadership and being a team player.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of national curriculum and textbooks.
• Strong command on written and verbal Urdu and English required.
• Oral fluency in Pashto will be preferred.