Director of Programs – Sierra Leone

About Us

All children have immense potential, but hundreds of millions don’t have access to the learning they need. We believe that every child should be empowered with the basic right to literacy and numeracy. Our organization provides an innovative education technology solution and implementation model to address the global literacy/numeracy learning crisis using the onebillion application and various toolkits and systems to support implementation.

Our model is massively scalable, evidence-based, and capable of delivering foundational learning to millions of the most marginalized children. We partner with governments, organizations, and communities to provide child-directed, tablet-based learning that is accessible, effective, and affordable. Based in California, United States, we operate across seven Sub-Saharan African countries. Learn more on our website.

What We Are Looking For

The Director of Programs will play an instrumental role in advancing our mission by designing, delivering, and scaling tablet-based learning solutions that enable children to become literate and numerate. The Director will work closely with the Executive Director in Sierra Leone and the Head of Programs to manage the national adoption of the edtech program.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and operational leader with extensive experience in program implementation, stakeholder management, and scaling initiatives within government and educational settings.

What Does the Job Involve

Program Implementation & Expansion

• Oversee the rollout of the tablet-based learning program across Sierra Leone, ensuring high-quality implementation.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and milestones for both existing and new program sites.
• Adapt the implementation playbook to the local context to maximize program effectiveness.
• Recruit, train, and manage implementation service partners (ISPs) and field officers.
• Ensure effective collaboration with schools, local communities, and government stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and address program risks and challenges.

Program Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and oversee data collection systems to measure program impact and effectiveness.
• Use data-driven insights to refine implementation strategies and enhance learning outcomes.
• Implement accountability measures, including community feedback mechanisms, to improve program execution.
• Document key learnings and best practices to inform future scaling efforts.

Capacity Building & Training

• Strengthen the capabilities of internal teams, implementation partners, and government officials.
• Conduct training sessions on program methodologies, monitoring systems, and best practices.
• Mentor team members and partners to optimize program delivery and time-on-task for students.

Stakeholder Engagement & Government Collaboration

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the Ministry of Basic and Secondary School Education (MBSSE), local government officials, funders, and other key stakeholders.
• Advocate for program adoption within government structures to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Engage with community leaders, parents, and educators to build trust and support for the program.
• Contribute to reporting, impact storytelling, and funding proposals to drive program growth.

Qualifications

General Skills Required:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and environments.
• Exceptional organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving and issue-resolution mindset.
• Experience managing international multi-site and multi-vendor operations.

Personal Qualities:

• Passion for our mission and commitment to educational equity.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and independent thinking.
• Collaborative team player with clear, proactive communication.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving work environment.

How to Apply

Send your CV to kethafrica@gmail.com