Worldreader, an exciting US- and Barcelona-based social enterprise whose mission is to make digital books available to all in the developing world using mobile and e-reader technology, is looking for an Operations Assistant for Worldreader Ghana.

The Operations Assistant will be responsible for providing full operational support for Worldreader Ghana’s new large scale e-reader project in the Suhum-Ayensuano district. The primary duties are to ensure teachers and students are effectively using e-readers in classrooms and after school programs, monitoring, documenting, and reporting the proper use and maintenance of e-readers, conducting classroom observations, as well as identifying challenges and opportunities in the use of e-readers and teaching methods.

This is a 24-month contract starting in Jan 2013 with possible extension. The Operations Assistant will report directly to the Country Director. The position is based in Suhum-Ayensuano district areas and it will require regular travel to schools in Suhum municipalities and districts, as well the GES-Suhum District Assembly office.

The Operations Assistant is expected to carry out the following responsibilities:
Operational Responsibilities

•  Provide full operational support across a number of schools in this e-reader program, working in close collaboration with teachers and project coordinators
•  Ensure students and teachers have access to the correct set of digital content at all times, with tasks including:
1) Managing all e-reader inventory, including collecting and replacing problem devices and keeping records of devices
2) Identifying, documenting and reporting missing devices, as well as identifying, documenting, and reporting students that have transferred or dropped out of schools
3) Occasionally, assisting in executing large scale content download, including handling the logistics of transporting e-readers to Accra
4) Working with project coordinators and headmasters/mistresses to ensure charging units, chargers and power-based stations are in proper conditions
5) Reporting any missing titles and following up to ensure all issues are resolved

E-reader Usage Policy Development:

•  Conduct school (announced or unannounced) visits to assess e-reader usage and produce insightful feedback and reports to Country Director
•  Interact with teachers, project coordinators and students to identify challenges and opportunities regarding the use of the devices and teaching methods
•  Work closely with Country Director to develop policy for managing and overseeing the use of e-readers

External Relations:

•  Maintain ongoing relationships with key stakeholders, which include district assembly and district education officials
•  Assist in managing the logistics for community outreach events

Qualification Required & Experience

Desired Skills & Experience:

•  Candidates possess a high degree of professional maturity, self-motivation and adaptability, with the following qualifications:
•  West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or a person about to enroll in the Ghana National Service and or with minimum of 2 years of professional experience in relevant discipline
•  Computer literacy: comfortable with mobile technology and proficient in Word, Excel, and productivity/communication tools such as Skype; experience as an IT coordinator a plus
•  Excellent organization skills, good at multi-tasking and ability to adapt to new environment quickly
•  Self-starter, pro-active, goal-oriented and constantly striving to identify new opportunities and challenges
•  Structured, detail-oriented, organized thinker and great verbal and written communication skills
•  Excellent interpersonal skills and good rapport with children
•  Experience working on educational projects in impoverished towns and villages a plus
•  Experienced with local classroom/education environment a plus
•  Proficient in English and other local dialects; Akuapim Twi a plus
•  Demonstrable passion for education and the mission of Worldreader

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply - please send your resume and a cover letter explaining what you think Worldreader is about and why you would like to become the Worldreader Project Assistant. Email application with the subject “Ops Assistant Ghana” to:-

samuel@worldreader.org

Closing Date:  30th December 2012