Qureos Mentor

Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi

Location: Assigned Districts of Karachi (Keamari/Malir) Schools, with regular school-level field presenceKEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIESLibrary Corner Support &amp; Management<ul><li>Assist school staff in the physical setup, organization, and day-to-day management of library corners in assigned schools.</li><li>Support the implementation of library management protocols &mdash; including book cataloguing, lending systems, inventory tracking, and book care &mdash; developed by the Library Coordinator.</li><li>Ensure library corners are kept tidy, well-organized, and fully functional at all times.</li><li>Conduct regular visits to assigned schools to check library corner status, address operational issues, and provide on-site support.</li><li>Assist in periodic audits of library materials and report findings to the Library Coordinator.</li></ul>Reading Promotion &amp; Student Engagement<ul><li>Facilitate structured reading sessions, read-aloud activities, and storytelling sessions with students in library corners and classrooms.</li><li>Support teachers in planning and conducting guided reading, independent reading time, and reading clubs within the school.</li><li>Assist in organizing school-level reading promotion events such as book displays, reading challenges, and story-sharing sessions.</li><li>Encourage student engagement with library resources and foster a love of reading through creative, interactive activities.</li><li>Promote multilingual reading in Urdu and Sindhi to strengthen language and literacy development.</li></ul>Training Support &amp; Capacity Building<ul><li>Assist the Library Coordinator in facilitating library management and reading promotion training workshops for school staff and SMC members.</li><li>Support follow-up coaching visits to schools to reinforce training content and monitor application of skills.</li><li>Help teachers integrate library resources and reading activities into their daily classroom instruction.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and distribution of training materials, resource guides, and toolkits.</li></ul>Monitoring, Documentation &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Maintain accurate records of library corner visits, book lending activity, reading session attendance, and training follow-up.</li><li>Collect and document school-level library data using project monitoring tools and submit to the Library Coordinator.</li><li>Prepare regular field visit reports highlighting progress, challenges, and good practices from assigned schools.</li><li>Support documentation of success stories and case studies for knowledge sharing and reporting purposes.</li><li>Ensure all data is entered accurately and submitted on time in line with project requirements.</li></ul>Qualification &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Education, Library Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum 1-2 years of experience in library management, classroom facilitation, or community-level literacy promotion.</li><li>Experience working in a school setting and engaging with young children and teachers.</li><li>Familiarity with library management practices and children's literature.</li><li>Good communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office; experience with basic data collection tools an advantage.</li><li>Fluency in Urdu and Sindhi; working knowledge of English.</li><li>Willingness to be field-based and travel regularly within the assigned district.</li></ul>Pay: Rs40,000.00 - Rs50,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Library Assistant & Trainer

Location: Karachi, with regular field travel to target districts (Keamari/Malir).KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIES:Training Design &amp; Material Development<ul><li>Design, test, and revise all training content and professional development materials for teachers, school leaders, field coordinators, community members, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Develop and adapt TaRL-aligned instructional materials, classroom activities, and assessment tools for Sindhi, Urdu, and numeracy learning.</li><li>Develop and refine training manuals, facilitator guides, and instructional toolkits for all tiers of the project.</li><li>Design academic calendars for implementation in ITA/partner schools and ensure alignment with government school calendars.</li><li>Define, update, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all training-related activities at every tier of the organization.</li></ul>Training Delivery &amp; Capacity Building<ul><li>Conduct comprehensive training needs assessments for teachers, coordinators, and field mentors.</li><li>Lead and facilitate training sessions on FLN/TaRL for master trainers, field teams, and teachers.</li><li>Provide structured on-the-job support, coaching, and mentoring to teachers and volunteers involved in FLN/TaRL project activities.</li><li>Supervise and monitor training replications conducted by district training teams, ensuring fidelity and quality.</li><li>Conduct regular school and classroom observations, providing evidence-based constructive feedback to teachers and field staff.</li></ul>Assessment &amp; Quality Assurance<ul><li>Design and implement robust monitoring and evaluation tools for quality assurance of training outcomes.</li><li>Conduct baseline, midline, and endline independent assessments of student learning outcomes in project schools.</li><li>Supervise assessments and examinations conducted in partner schools as part of regular academic cycles.</li><li>Analyze training and learning data to devise evidence-based action points for school leaders, teachers, and field staff.</li><li>Summarize and communicate training and assessment results to relevant internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul>Coordination &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Establish and maintain effective communication channels with operations, finance, programme, and district teams for the seamless execution of training activities.</li><li>Follow up on and respond to online and offline queries from district teams and teachers via phone, WhatsApp, email, and other platforms.</li><li>Compile and organize all training, assessment, evaluation, and monitoring data systematically.</li><li>Create and maintain linkages with potential partners and organizations to expand the impact of capacity-building initiatives.</li><li>Prepare regular progress reports on training activities, coverage, and learning outcomes for management and donor reporting.</li></ul>Pay: Rs80,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Training & Academics Manager (TaRL Lead)

Location: Karachi especially - Districts Keamari/Malir, with regular school-level field visits.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIESContent &amp; Material Development<ul><li>Develop, adapt, and review Sindhi/Urdu learning materials, classroom activities, worksheets, and assessments in line with TaRL principles and project learning objectives.</li><li>Ensure alignment of all teaching-learning materials with project curricula, student learning levels, and FLN frameworks.</li><li>Support the development of training manuals, lesson plans, and instructional guides for teachers and field mentors.</li><li>Review and improve existing materials based on field feedback, assessment data, and classroom observations.</li></ul>Teacher Training &amp; Mentoring<ul><li>Facilitate teacher training sessions, orientations, and refresher workshops on TaRL approaches for Sindhi/Urdu literacy.</li><li>Provide continuous, structured academic mentoring and coaching to teachers for improving classroom delivery and student engagement.</li><li>Model effective teaching practices in classrooms to demonstrate activity-based and level-appropriate instruction.</li><li>Support field mentors and coordinators in building their understanding of TaRL methodologies and subject-specific strategies.</li></ul>Field Monitoring &amp; Assessment<ul><li>Conduct regular, structured field visits to assigned schools to monitor classroom implementation of TaRL activities.</li><li>Observe teaching practices in Sindhi/Urdu classrooms and provide constructive, evidence-based written and verbal feedback.</li><li>Conduct baseline, midline, and endline student assessments and support accurate documentation of learning data.</li><li>Track student learning progress across levels and ensure proper maintenance of learning records and profiles.</li><li>Identify implementation challenges and escalate with recommended solutions to the TaRL Lead.</li></ul>Coordination &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Coordinate with district teams, school administration, and project staff to ensure smooth programme implementation.</li><li>Maintain proper documentation of activities, assessments, training records, and field visit reports.</li><li>Prepare regular monitoring reports, visit reports, and progress updates for submission to the Training &amp; Academics Manager.</li><li>Participate actively in project meetings, planning sessions, reviews, and workshops.</li><li>Contribute to the compilation and analysis of learning data for donor reporting and programme improvement.</li></ul>Qualification &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Sindhi/Urdu Language, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of experience in teaching, teacher training, or literacy programme implementation.</li><li>Strong subject knowledge of Sindhi or Urdu language pedagogy and early grade literacy instruction.</li><li>Familiarity with TaRL, FLN, or activity-based learning frameworks preferred.</li><li>Experience conducting classroom observations and providing structured teacher feedback.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and basic data entry; experience with KOBO or digital data tools an advantage.</li><li>Fluency in Sindhi (for Sindhi Specialist) or Urdu (for Urdu Specialist); working knowledge of English.</li></ul>Pay: Rs80,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

TaRL Subject Specialist – Sindhi / Urdu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIES:Financial Record-Keeping &amp; Accounting<ul><li>Maintain up-to-date, accurate, and complete financial records in accordance with ITA's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and donor guidelines.</li><li>Post all financial transactions &mdash; including vouchers, receipts, payments, and journal entries &mdash; into the accounting software in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Maintain and update the day book on a daily basis, ensuring cash-in-hand balances are reconciled with the ledger at all times.</li><li>Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and submit to the Head Office finance team.</li><li>Maintain computerized records of all financial data with regular backups to safeguard data integrity.</li></ul>Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Prepare monthly project-wise financial forecasts and submit to the Head of Department for funds disbursement planning.</li><li>Provide regular analysis of income and expenditure to senior managers, highlighting variances and proposing corrective actions.</li><li>Support the preparation of high-quality financial reports for donors and management within prescribed timelines and formats.</li><li>Assist programme staff in the preparation of project budgets, budget revisions, and financial forecasts.</li><li>Coordinate with donors on financial reporting requirements and all related financial matters.</li></ul>Grants Management &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure compliance with all grant agreement financial requirements, including allowable costs, procurement thresholds, and reporting deadlines.</li><li>Review procurement documentation against prevailing SOPs and donor guidelines prior to disbursement of payments.</li><li>Monitor grant expenditure against approved budgets and flag potential over- or under-spending to the line manager.</li><li>Maintain accurate fixed asset and inventory records, reconciling periodically.</li><li>Coordinate with Sindh Education Foundation (SEF) and other partners on subsidy tracking and financial reporting.</li></ul>Internal Controls &amp; Audit<ul><li>Ensure that all standard operating procedures and appropriate internal controls are consistently implemented to minimize fraud and error.</li><li>Liaise with internal and external auditors during organizational and project audits, providing required documentation and explanations.</li><li>Support implementation of audit recommendations and corrective action plans.</li><li>Liaise with banks to trace funds and provide documentation required for bank account functionality.</li></ul>Team Coordination<ul><li>Supervise finance support staff and provide guidance to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.</li><li>Maintain effective communication with programme, administration, and field teams on financial matters.</li><li>Undertake any other tasks as assigned by the line manager.</li></ul>Qualification &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field; professional qualification (ACCA/CA part-qualified) preferred.</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of experience in financial management within an NGO, development organization, or donor-funded project.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of donor financial reporting requirements (WFP, UNICEF, USAID, FCDO, or similar).</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Tally, or similar) and advanced MS Excel skills.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work to tight deadlines.</li><li>Fluency in English and Urdu; Sindhi language skills an advantage.</li></ul>Pay: Rs120,000.00 - Rs150,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Finance & Grant Officer

Location: Assigned District (Keamari/Malir) Cluster, with daily school-level field presenceKEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIESAssessments &amp; Data Management<ul><li>Conduct baseline, midline, and endline assessments of student learning in assigned schools and community settings (including out-of-school children).</li><li>Administer the Child Functioning Module (disability screening) with support from the district team.</li><li>Enter and manage assessment and field data accurately in MS Excel, KOBO Toolbox, or other designated data management systems.</li><li>Track student learning progress, maintain updated learner profiles, and ensure accurate record-keeping at school and cluster level.</li><li>Identify children with learning difficulties or special needs and flag for appropriate support.</li></ul>Out-of-School Children (OOSC) Identification &amp; Enrollment<ul><li>Identify out-of-school children through systematic village-level household surveys and community outreach.</li><li>Conduct community meetings and awareness sessions to promote enrollment and retention of out-of-school children in formal schools or learning camps.</li><li>Support sustained enrollment and mainstreaming of camp-attending children into formal school settings.</li><li>Coordinate teacher hiring and identify local teachers/facilitators for CPB/TaRL activities with support from the district team and TEOs where available.</li></ul>Training Delivery &amp; Teacher Support<ul><li>Serve as a Master Trainer for CPB/TaRL foundational learning activities (covering up to Grade 3).</li><li>Plan and conduct structured teacher training sessions, on-site coaching, and regular follow-up support visits.</li><li>Organize and operationalize CPB learning camps in assigned schools.</li><li>Support teachers in the development and contextualisation of localized CPB/TaRL learning materials. Maintain and update the learning materials repository for assigned schools.</li></ul>Field Monitoring &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Conduct daily/regular field visits to monitor class attendance, activity implementation, and child learning.</li><li>Monitor school attendance, report anomalies, and communicate with the programme team on implementation progress.</li><li>Share weekly progress updates against agreed targets with the District Coordinator.</li><li>Assist the District Project Coordinator and safeguarding team in all aspects of programme implementation.</li><li>Ensure child safeguarding standards are upheld and safe learning environments are maintained in all camps and classrooms.</li></ul>Qualification &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field</li><li>Minimum 1-2 years of experience in field-based education programme implementation.</li><li>Experience in teacher training, student assessment, and community mobilization.</li><li>Familiarity with TaRL, FLN, CPB, or activity-based learning approaches strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with communities, teachers, and school administrators.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel and/or digital data collection tools (KOBO Toolbox, CSPro).</li><li>Fluency in Sindhi and Urdu; knowledge of local languages of the assigned district preferred.</li><li>Willingness to be stationed in the field and travel extensively within the assigned cluster.</li></ul>Pay: Rs60,000.00 - Rs80,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Field / Cluster Mentor

Location: Assigned School / ECCE Centre of Districts (Karachi)KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIESClassroom Delivery &amp; Learning Environment<ul><li>Conduct daily ECCE classroom sessions following play-based learning approaches, structured routines, and the ECCE curriculum provided by the coordinator.</li><li>Implement age-appropriate learning activities that support language development, early numeracy, creativity, motor skills, and socio-emotional learning.</li><li>Maintain a safe, welcoming, clean, and stimulating physical classroom environment conducive to early childhood learning.</li><li>Arrange and rotate classroom learning corners (e.g., literacy corner, numeracy corner, art area) to support child-led exploration.</li></ul>Child Tracking &amp; Assessment<ul><li>Track daily attendance and maintain accurate registers for all enrolled children.</li><li>Monitor and document basic learning progress of each child using tools provided by the ECCE Coordinator.</li><li>Identify children with developmental concerns or learning difficulties and report to the ECCE Coordinator for appropriate follow-up.</li><li>Participate in child-level progress reviews with the ECCE Coordinator.</li></ul>Community Engagement &amp; Parental Involvement<ul><li>Engage regularly with parents and community members to promote the value of ECCE and encourage continued enrolment and retention.</li><li>Conduct parent meetings, home visits (where appropriate), and awareness sessions on early childhood development.</li><li>Share children's progress with parents in a positive and constructive manner.</li></ul>Safeguarding &amp; Professional Development<ul><li>Ensure child safeguarding and positive discipline practices are upheld at all times in the classroom and school environment.</li><li>Participate actively in all training, orientation, and capacity-building sessions organized by the ECCE Coordinator.</li><li>Follow all ECCE curriculum guidelines, teaching plans, and schedules provided by the coordinator.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with ITA's Code of Conduct, safeguarding, and PSEA policies.</li></ul>Qualification &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Minimum Intermediate (FA/FSc); Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.</li><li>Minimum 1&ndash;2 years of experience teaching or working with young children (ages 3&ndash;6) in a school, centre, or community setting.</li><li>Understanding of play-based learning and child-centred teaching approaches.</li><li>Warm, patient, and nurturing disposition with strong communication skills.</li><li>Fluency in Urdu and Sindhi; basic English literacy preferred.</li><li>Commitment to child rights, safeguarding, and positive discipline.</li></ul>Pay: Rs60,000.00 - Rs80,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

ECCE Facilitator

Location: Karachi especially District (Keamari/Malir)KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; DUTIESData Entry &amp; Management<ul><li>Enter, update, and maintain accurate programme data records using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, CSPro, KOBO Toolbox, or other designated data management systems.</li><li>Verify and cross-check all entered data for completeness, accuracy, and internal consistency before submission.</li><li>Identify, investigate, and rectify data entry errors, discrepancies, and inconsistencies promptly.</li><li>Maintain an online/shared daily data entry tracker, updating entry numbers and progress against targets on a daily basis.</li><li>Ensure all data management practices comply with ITA's data quality standards, confidentiality guidelines, and donor data requirements.</li></ul>Documentation &amp; Filing<ul><li>Organize and maintain comprehensive project-related documents in both digital and physical filing systems.</li><li>Ensure all programme documents &mdash; activity reports, attendance sheets, assessment forms, training records &mdash; are properly labelled, filed, and easily retrievable.</li><li>Support preparation and compilation of periodic reports, data summaries, and statistical annexes as required by supervisors.</li><li>Maintain master copies of all programme templates, tools, and forms, and distribute updated versions to field teams.</li></ul>Data Tools &amp; Systems<ul><li>Operate ITA's data collection and management tools proficiently, including CSPro, KOBO Toolbox, STATA, or other designated software.</li><li>Assist in basic troubleshooting of data entry or system-related issues and escalate complex issues to the MEAL Manager.</li><li>Support field teams in correct use of digital data collection tools through orientation and practical guidance.</li><li>Contribute to the testing and quality checking of new data collection forms or tools before field deployment.</li></ul>Coordination &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Collaborate with field teams, research staff, project managers, and MEAL staff to collect, validate, and consolidate data.</li><li>Communicate data inconsistencies, missing information, or quality issues promptly to relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure adherence to ITA's and donor data protection and confidentiality policies at all times.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with ITA's Code of Conduct, safeguarding, and PSEA policies.</li><li>Undertake any other tasks as assigned by the line manager.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;3 years of experience in data entry, documentation, and data management in an NGO or development context.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and at least one digital data collection tool (KOBO Toolbox, CSPro, ODK).</li><li>High accuracy, attention to detail, and strong commitment to data quality and integrity.</li><li>Ability to manage large volumes of data and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Good communication and coordination skills in Urdu and English; Sindhi an advantage.</li></ul>Pay: Rs40,000.00 - Rs50,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Data Entry / Documentation Officer

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