Program Officer

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience in teaching, instructional coaching, or education leadership.
  
• Strong knowledge of pedagogical best practices and adult learning principles.
  
• Proven ability to diagnose instructional challenges and deliver actionable, evidence-based feedback.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to hold challenging conversations constructively.
  
• Experience using data to drive instructional improvement and monitor progress.
  
• Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse educators and stakeholders.
  

Fellow Coaching and Development (30%)

• Observe Fellows’ classroom teaching and provide clear, actionable feedback.
  
• Conduct regular one-on-one coaching conversations.
  
• Support Fellows to set and achieve professional growth goals.
  
• Address performance challenges through structured improvement plans.
  
• Hold difficult conversations with fellows while maintaining trust and motivation.
  
• Track fellow growth over time to assess impact and adapt coaching approaches.
  

Program Implementation (30%)

• Collaborate with design teams to align coaching efforts with organizational goals.
  
• Participate in simulations, case studies, and training to continuously enhance coaching skills.
  
• Contribute to the development of coaching tools and resources that support fellow effectiveness.
  
• Coordinate school visits and monitor program activities.
  
• Track fellow attendance, performance, and progress.
  
• Ensure deadlines, reporting, and program expectations are met.
  
• Document field insights and support program improvement.
  
• Build and maintain relationships with headteachers and school staff
  
• Address school concerns and resolve issues professionally
  
• Represent Teach For Uganda as and when required for school and district events
  

Training and Facilitation (10%)

• Facilitate workshops and professional development sessions
  
• Support Fellows to translate training into classroom practice
  
• Lead reflection and learning sessions.
  
• Design fellow trainings
  

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MERL) (15%)

• Collect and submit accurate field data (attendance, observations, learner progress)
  
• Conduct classroom observation scoring using program tools
  
• Support administration of surveys, assessments, and monitoring activities
  
• Validate and verify information reported by Fellows and schools
  
• Document field insights, challenges, and success stories
  
• Participate in reflection meetings and contribute evidence to improve program design
  

Data use and Continuous Improvement (5%)

• Use student learning and observation data to guide coaching decisions.
  
• Identify trends and flag emerging risks early.
  
• Work with the MEAL team to strengthen program quality and responsiveness.