English Language Program Manager

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- English Language Program ManagerCompany: Industry: Education and Training Job Location: Amman, Jordan Career Level: Upper Management (Manager, Director, Head) Date Posted: 18-07-2022 Ref. Number: 152292English Language Program Manager and RequirementsJOB TITLE: English Language Program ManagerEMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time/ Annual for Two YearsCOMPANY DESCRIPTIONEstablished in 1951, Amideast is an American nonprofit organization dedicated to creating hope, opportunity, and mutual understanding among people in the Middle East, North Africa, and United States through life-changing opportunities for education and cultural exchanges. Working with local, regional, and international partners, we provide programs and services that improve educational opportunity and quality, expand access to U.S. study, empower youth and women, strengthen local institutions, and develop language and professional skills for success in the global economy. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., Amideast operates offices in 11 countries in the MENA region. For more information, visit us at .POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe English Language Program Manager leads in oversight and management of the administrative, programmatic and technical operations of the local English language centers and their cultural program in close coordination with Amideast?s project team and implementing partners across four locations in Jordan, as well as with the donor entity. S/He leads communication, planning, quality management, and overall implementation of the program, coordinating closely with language program implementers in the development of annual English language courses and cultural and marketing activities. S/He will conduct field visits to the language centers in Jordan on a regular basis for support, quality assurance, and monitoring and evaluation. S/He will supervise the procurement process implemented by the Programs Officer.RESPONSIBILITIESMain Duties:* Oversee all aspects of the program, ensuring that Amideast and program objectives are met* Support partners in developing detailed and robust plans for language course schedules, marketing and social media plans, cultural activities and promoting administrative and financial capacity-building* Coordinate with implementing partners and donor stakeholders in recruitment, training and quality management of program teachers, trainers and facilitators* Provide technical and administrative guidance to program partners, staff and teachers, where relevant and applicable* Coordinate classroom monitoring, training and implementation of cultural curriculum with instructors* Oversee and coordinate quality assurance activities, including program and curricula reviews, assessment reviews, student achievement tracking, and timely reporting to the donor* Oversee development of up-to-date content for American cultural components, to include online materials and support to instructors, offering training where necessary* Collaborate closely with other Amideast departments, including regional experts, for support as needed* Prepare reports and annual plans, as required by donor* Demonstrate professional behavior at all times* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to comply fully with Amideast requirements* Review program financial performance and adjust indicators as necessary in coordination with Finance and CD* Other tasks as requested by supervisor or that arise during the course of program implementationQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSRequired* Minimum of a bachelor?s degree in Education, English language, or a related field* Minimum of 9 years, 5 years of English language teaching experience, preferably in the MENA region and 4 years of supervisory/management position of relevant experience and coordinating English language programs and supervising and/or training teachers* Extensive knowledge of English language teaching methods, approaches, and materials* Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and donor reporting* Experience in curriculum development and assessment planning preferred* Extensive understanding of life and culture in the United States* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Extensive knowledge of current trends in ESL/EFL and ESP* Native or near-native fluency in English and Arabic* Knowledge of Jordanian society, including interests and needs of target communitiesUp to 50% business travel inside Jordan may be needed to support the Program as needed.The physical demands and work environment that have been described is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position description is an overview of the major functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; the Employee?s Manager may assign other duties as related or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary within the general scope, without the need for additional compensation. Amideast is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions that involve interaction with children will be required to read, acknowledge, and comply with and attend special training in accordance with the Child Protection and Safeguarding policy. All Amideast representatives must comply with the Code of Conduct and all applicable organizational policies which include but are not limited to, Anti-Human Trafficking and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. Company: Industry: Education and Training Job Location: Amman, Jordan Career Level: Upper Management (Manager, Director, Head) Date Posted: 18-07-2022 Ref. Number: 152292

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