Officer, EdTech

World Change Starts with Educated Children® IMPORTANT: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located. Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.

Position Overview: The Officer, EdTech is required technical & hands-on Experience in Technologies of e-learning, online assessment platforms and App development. A good understanding of LMS and App content development/integration cycle. Should be aware of relevant trends and latest technologies. They should have a solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in App development and web technologies. Position required to manage projects with top-down oversight throughout entire execution to ensure success as defined by adherence to standards of scope, budget, and timeline.

Responsibilities: Project

Management: Lead and oversee projects with comprehensive top-down management, ensuring adherence to defined standards of scope, budget, and timeline. Cross-Departmental

Collaboration: Take a leadership role in digital content dissemination projects, facilitating seamless collaboration across various departments.

Data Digitization and Streamlining: Lead the initiative to streamline and digitize data collection processes, particularly focusing on the RTR (Return to Roots) project for the current year.

Vendor and Partner Management: Identify suitable partners/vendors, delegate responsibilities efficiently, and manage project activities end-to-end.

Development Lifecycle Ownership: Guide the team through development, testing, and implementation stages, with a focus on effective work review and technical risk management of assigned projects.

Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with stakeholders to gather requirements, conduct regular team meetings, and ensure transparent tracking of project progress.

Technical Expertise and Resource Management: Provide direction and technical expertise in design, development, and systems integration. Identify resource and equipment needs, conduct efficient capacity planning, and manage software/hardware availability.

Organizational Efficiency: Demonstrate strong organizational skills, including meticulous attention to detail and effective multitasking. Generate detailed reports on measurable project items such as milestones and deliverables.

Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with Instructional Designers, Administrators, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure optimal setup and execution of educational content delivery.

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related field, or equivalent work Experience. Experience working with e-learning platforms and online assessment systems. Good understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and their implementation. Ability to support technology-enabled learning solutions and digital education platforms. Excellent problem-solving skills. Minimum 5 years of experience with in the Edtech, including development work.

Compensation: Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education. Room to Read is a child-safe organization. Child Protection Principles Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation. All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse. All children should be treated with respect and dignity. The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse. Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse. Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse. Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated. All adults should be treated with respect and dignity. Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront. Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent. Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. Read is a child-safe organization

• all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy. About Room to Read:  Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow – creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction
• create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages
• and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions. We support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. To date, Room to Read has benefited more than 50 million children in 28 countries. Learn more at www.roomtoread.org. Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read is creating a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality through education. Thank you for considering a career with Room to Read. I was first attracted to Room to Read because of the mission to create a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality. What I have found here is the joy in working with a group of extraordinary people towards this bold goal. In my work, I aim to shape an inclusive and supportive organizational culture where everyone feels valued and respected, and where we each thrive. Our team members are our greatest asset, and I am personally committed to creating an environment that supports both personal and professional growth and empowers individuals from everywhere in the world to contribute their best. I hope you will join us in creating a better, more equal world. Cynthia Orme Chief People and Technology Officer