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About the Position
Dexis is seeking a Senior Technical Curriculum Specialist to serve as the chief technical advisor for a performance evaluation of an education activity in Tajikistan. The specialist will focus on research questions related to updated subject standards, syllabus and materials. The education activity aims to improve basic education skills for primary children in grades 1-4, with a particular focus on improving reading comprehension, critical thinking skills, and math. This is a short-term, remote position expected to start at the end of June 2024 and conclude early November 2024. Position may require travel to Dushanbe for up to 3 weeks.
Responsibilities
- Participate in evaluation design and methodological approach with a focus in research questions related to subject standards, syllabi, and other education materials for primary education
- Ensure understanding of universal learning design principles and social emotional learning is reflected in evaluation design and execution
- Advise on all other education aspects of evaluation as it relates to data collection tools, KIIs, focus groups , etc.
- Participate in meetings and conduct presentation(s) on findings as needed
- Aid in the drafting of briefings and reports as it relates to evaluation
Qualifications
- A minimum of seven years reviewing and advising internationally on education curriculum, standards, syllabus, and materials in primary education
- Demonstrated knowledge of incorporating universal learning design principles and social emotional learning into curriculum and materials
- Strong English communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to or within Tajikistan for up to 3 weeks
Preferred Qualifications
- Tajik Language strongly preferred.
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Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
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