Regional Manager, Education (North East - Abuja, Katsina)

About UsWe believe that all children should be given the chance to reach their full potential. However, more than 600 million children in the world do not achieve foundational skills like literacy and basic numeracy – despite the majority of them going to school.At EIDU, we are creating the next-generation EdTech platform for children who lack access to high quality education that all children deserve. We currently serve over 770,000 students in Kenya, Nigeria, and Pakistan and are aiming to serve tens of millions within the next few years. In a year-long randomised control trial conducted by external researchers, midline results indicated that learners that used EIDU advanced their skills 58% faster. We also have fascinating projects with leading technology companies to further enhance learning outcomes through AI.EIDU is funded by well-known development agencies, foundations, and impact investors and we are about to scale our programme rapidly through partnerships with governments.With a mission like EIDU’s, diversity of thought and background within our team is crucial. We value those who can bring diverse perspectives to our platform and help us provide high-quality education to as many children as we can across the globe.If you’d like to learn more about us, visit our website at eidu.com or watch our two-minute video.About The RoleWe are seeking a Regional Manager to lead EIDU’s operations across the North East region of Nigeria. This involves in supporting program rollout activities, building strong relationships with state government education officials, overseeing contract management, and coordinating training initiatives among others. You will be responsible for leading and developing a team of EIDU Education Officers, managing regional budgets, and ensuring high-quality program delivery. A key focus will be on driving operational efficiency through cross-functional collaboration and meticulously monitoring program implementation to achieve established KPIs.What you will do:Government Engagement:Lead in state government engagements to pitch new counties and advocate for program support and sustainability.Lead the process of onboarding new states into the EIDU program, ensuring successful program rollout and retention.Facilitate contract signings, renewals, and payment follow-ups with state governments to ensure sustainability of program and retention.Facilitate communications between EIDU and the state government including organising monthly state-level stakeholders meetings.Team Leadership and Performance Management:Lead, supervise, and support a team of EIDU Education Officers across the states.Recruit and coordinate onboarding training of new team members as well as conduct regular performance appraisals.Foster a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, monitoring progress, and mentoring team members.Operations Management:Lead and oversee all operational tasks at the regional level, participating in state-level activities.Integrate cross-functional support by collaborating with Quality Assurance, Ops BI (Data), Training, Government Relations, Procurement, and ICT departments.Monitor program implementation and usage across states to ensure KPIs are met through data analysis, field visits, and officer liaison.Guide EIDU Education Officers in developing effective travel plans and workflows.Take full ownership of regional planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to monitor and improve program performance.Training Coordination:Organize and coordinate onboarding training for new team members.Plan and implement program rollout training at state levels.Ensure consistency and quality in training delivery for various stakeholders.Quality Assurance:Collaborate with the Quality Assurance & Ops BI (Data) team to monitor and improve program performance.Implement feedback and recommendations to enhance program effectivenessEnsure adherence to program standards and guidelines.Use data from field visits and audits to improve oversight and mentorship.What you should bring:Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field from accredited university and minimum of 7 years experience in the education field.Minimum of 4 years of training/program management experience and team management/leadership experience including direct supervision of field teams.In-depth understanding of traditional and modern training methods (including workshops, simulations, e-learning and coaching).Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government representatives, and other stakeholders, at state level.ICT skills: G-suite, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, task and Issues management (e.g., Asana, CRM), Android Smartphones.Ability to work in a start-up environment navigating complex and fast-changing circumstances.Experience in mentorship and coaching of youth and adults.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial oversight.Proficiency in program monitoring and evaluation.Experience in implementing education programs in Northern Nigeria.Fluent in both English and local language(s) specifically Hausa.What we offer:A chance to directly contribute to solving a pressing global problem. Being a part of an international and passionate team located in Kenya, Germany, Nigeria, and Pakistan.A financial runway that ensures you have the security and resources you need to excel in your role.An open environment where feedback is welcomed promoting mutual growth. High degree of flexibility with regard to working hours and vacations.