Job Description

IRC Background:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Since 2007, IRC has provided support to refugees and vulnerable populations in Jordan, collaborating with the humanitarian community and the Government of Jordan. The IRC's assistance programs for children in Jordan cover both camp-based (Zaatari and Azraq camps) and urban-based refugee assistance (Mafraq, Ramtha, Irbid).

The IRC provides educational interventions to help children and youth develop valuable skills and knowledge. These interventions aim to improve their opportunities, well-being, and livelihoods. The IRC supports both formal and non-formal learning activities that result in tangible outcomes such as literacy, numeracy, socio-emotional learning, and marketable skills. Additionally, the IRC prioritizes the protection and psychosocial well-being of children and youth affected by conflict.

Project Background:

The Early Grade Education Activity called ASAS is a five-year project funded by USAID. Its goal is to improve teacher education and develop fundamental and socioemotional abilities in Kindergarten through Grade Three in Jordan.

Objective: 

The primary objectives of this consultancy service are two-fold:

The purpose of this consultancy is to improve the content analysis tool to align with ASAS guidance principles, including UDL, SEL, technology integration, GESI, and climate change. The consultant will also revise the KG2 curriculum, TLM, and teachers' guide based on this tool, considering MoE learning competencies and framework.

Specific Tasks:

The consultant will work together with the IRC’s Jordan ASAS team, IREX technical team and Technical Advisors on the following deliverables:

Tentative Date

Preparation

The consultant will be involved in a one-day workshop dedicated to revising and testing the content analysis tool. This collaborative session will include relevant contributors to ensure the tool's effectiveness and alignment with ASAS mentorship principles and the Ministry of Education (MoE) or equivalent expertise. The insights gained from this workshop will be thoroughly analyzed and applied to drive subsequent enhancements to the KG2 curriculum, teaching and learning materials (TLM), and teachers' guide.

1: Oct 2024

Detail of tasks

The consultant will review KG2 content (First semester), including TLM, teachers' guide, and curriculum, to ensure alignment with MoE or equivalent experience and ASAS mentorship principles.

2: Nov 2024

The consultant will evaluate KG2 content (second semester) including teaching and learning materials (TLM), teachers' guide, and curriculum. They will ensure the materials align with MoE requirements and ASAS mentorship principles, promoting effective learning outcomes.

3: Nov 2024

The consultant will submit the revised data and materials for analysis to the Ministry of Education (MoE) technical committee. Following this submission, the consultant will meet with the committee to discuss the findings and determine the next steps in the revision process. This collaborative engagement aims to ensure that all revisions align with the MoE standards, or equivalent experience will be considered, and address any feedback provided by the committee.

Skills

Qualifications

Consultancy Requirements:

• A university degree in ECD or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least a master’s degree or equivalent experience in education, curriculum design, instructional design, or a related field.
• Experience in Curriculum mapping and gaps analysis that include academic curriculum, teacher training and continuous professional development.
• Understanding of the education sector in Jordan, relevant frameworks, and education policy, as well as experience in collaborating with diverse collaborators in the education sector. Proficiency in curriculum design principles, learning theories, and effective teaching methodologies is crucial.
• Good understanding of MoE curriculum development process and the key entities to be engaged.
• Strong research and data analysis skills are essential for reviewing existing documents and conducting meetings with key actors.