Education Officers (Gombe State, Nigeria)

Job description

About Us We believe every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential — and that strong foundations in literacy and numeracy are where this begins. EIDU partners with governments to strengthen public education systems at scale. Our technology-enabled platform integrates proven educational interventions and supports learners, teachers, education officers, and ministry staff within national systems. Today, we work with 41 governments and will reach 1,000,000 active students across Kenya and Nigeria in 2026. We have doubled our learner numbers each year over the last five years and aim to reach tens of millions more. A randomized controlled trial found a 0.53 standard deviation improvement in learning outcomes — placing EIDU among the top 10% of education interventions in low- and middle-income countries. We combine analytical rigor, entrepreneurial drive, and disciplined execution. As we scale, we are building an organization capable of turning strategy into measurable impact at national scale. About the role Education Officers play a key role in strategically enhancing education in both public and private schools through the effective rollout of EIDU Digital Learning Programs. This involves close collaboration with Local, State and Federal Government(s) to ensure successful implementation and sustainability. They support the achievement of EIDU’s mission and vision by driving results during the program rollout and maintaining strong relationships with government officials at all levels. What you will do: Drive the successful implementation and execution of the EIDU Program pilot, which includes: Facilitating teacher training, onboarding and continuous teacher support to ensure the program is successfully implemented and managed across EIDU Schools Providing training and ongoing support to EIDU Program Schools and government education officers on leveraging the EIDU Field App for efficient planning and execution of school visits, as well as utilizing EIDU dashboards for enhanced work efficiency and reporting. Driving the adoption and proficient utilization of digital platforms by educators for lesson planning and engaging student activities, leveraging the influence of government education officers. Stakeholder engagement and relationship building, which includes: Acting as a key liaison between EIDU and state-level activities and events, stepping in as a representative when necessary. Establishing and nurturing productive relationships with state government education officers to advocate for and support the planning and execution of impactful teacher training programs. Compiling and presenting reports on program progress to government education officials and executive leaders, promoting the use of dashboards for active monitoring of the EIDU Program pilot Handle administrative and cross-functional duties such as: Conducting school visits to observe the program implementation, provide feedback and support the teachers in achieving superior educational results. Working closely with the government relations team and supporting in data collection, arranging school visits and promoting the EIDU Program when needed Playing an active role in the ongoing development and improvement of EIDU’s digital learning platforms and materials, contributing to the organization’s innovation efforts. Maintaining the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and child protection during all interactions and visits to schools. Preparing and submitting comprehensive reports on training sessions, field activities, and school visits, ensuring thorough documentation and accountability. Other tasks as assigned. What you should bring: The desire to use your skills to bring about positive social change. Bachelor’s degree in education. 5+ years of experience with at least 3 years of training and 2 years of team management experience. ICT skills: Word/Excel, issue management systems (e.g., CRM), Android Smartphones. Interest in digital teaching and learning. Excellent understanding of adult learning including conducting training. Great communication skills with impeccable written & spoken English and local language skills. Proven community leadership experience, leading teams of people to accomplish an objective. Experience in mentorship, training and coaching of youth and adults. High level of responsibility and independence. Experience in working efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, demanding environment, including ability to meet unexpected demands. Experience in implementing education programs. Fluent in both English and local language(s) specifically Hausa. EIDU is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We particularly encourage applications from indigenes of the respective state, as local knowledge and community ties are central to success in this role. What we offer: Work with a smart and ambitious team based in Kenya, Nigeria, and Germany directly contributing to solving the global learning crisis. A healthy work-life balance with flexible hours, an async-friendly culture that respects personal time and autonomy, and a hybrid setup. A financial runway that ensures you have the security and resources you need to excel An open environment where feedback is welcomed promoting mutual growth. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in global education, we'd love to hear from you.