PEAS schools are run by Africans for Africans.
Our schools and country offices have always been fully staffed and led by Africans. 98% of our global staff are African. PEAS Board of Trustees is majority African and over 50% of our trustees are women.
We are proud of what we have achieved but are taking a deliberate approach to do more.
We do this by taking accountability for our high performance, challenging ourselves and each other to continually improve and support one another.
We employ around 1,000 school staff including teachers, school leaders and school support staff across our two school networks in Uganda and Zambia. In our country offices, we employ around 60 people in roles such as education, quality assurance, safeguarding, MEL, finance, people and culture, advocacy and procurement.
In the UK, we have a small team focused on supporting the teams in Uganda and Zambia with everything from technical to fundraising support.
About the UK Technical Team
The PEAS Technical Team is a small team of experts who work to continually strengthen PEAS’ impact across our network of schools and beyond. Areas of work on the team is varied and exciting.
The Technical Team:
The Opportunity
The Technical Team Internship is an exciting 6-month role within the UK Technical Team, with the possibility of extension.
Internship projects will include working with leads in Uganda, Zambia, Ghana and the UK to support PEAS to grow its impact. This will involve developing content for strategic education projects supporting the design of new education programmes that ensure PEAS students receive the highest quality education. Additionally, the intern will get involved with project monitoring and evaluation, aiding PEAS in approaches to ensure ongoing learning is generated in relation to the education programmes.
The successful candidate will need to be a quick learner, highly organised, and adept at working flexibly to support evolving team and organizational needs. Strong written and verbal communication are essential, as well as enthusiasm for working with multi-national teams.
PEAS Technical Team interns are given the opportunity to take on a lot of responsibility working at the heart of an award-winning education organisation. PEAS interns have gone on to a variety of exciting careers, working at the Behavioural Insights Team, the National Foundation for Education Research (NFER) and becoming permanent members of the PEAS team.
How to apply
To apply, please click on the link here to complete the application form and attach your CV.
The closing date for ALL applications is Friday 24th January 2025 at 1700hrs UK time.
We will review and shortlist applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process sooner that the date specified should we receive a high number of suitable candidates. Due to high volumes of applications, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
We are committed to ensuring our opportunities are accessible to all, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be in the recruitment process, please do get in touch by e-mail on info@peas.org.uk.
We welcome all applicants and will always treat every application fairly based on merit.
The Education and Partnerships Officer role is an exciting opportunity to support PEAS in crucial areas during a period of growth. The role will involve working closely with education teams in Uganda and Zambia to drive education quality.
This will include designing professional development frameworks and resources for teachers, school leaders, and support officers, ensuring alignment with evidence-based teaching practices. They will support the roll out of a new competency-based curriculum in Zambia by developing tools, resources, and quality assurance processes to ensure effective implementation. Additionally, the Education Officer will contribute to key education initiatives, including structured pedagogy programs and school improvement efforts in government schools, while supporting fundraising and external communications.
The successful candidate will need to be a strong educationalist with a deep commitment to supporting young people to fulfil their potential in and through education. They will need to be a quick learner, highly organised, and adept at working flexibly to support evolving team and organizational needs. Strong written and verbal communication are essential, as well as enthusiasm for working with multi-national teams.
For more details, please view the full job pack attached below.
The deadline for applications is midnight on Friday 14th February 2025 at 17:00 GMT. We will review and shortlist applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process sooner that the date specified should we receive a high number of suitable candidates. Due to high volumes of applications, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please note – this role is open to applicants from the UK, Uganda, Zambia or Ghana. Therefore, the final salary level may vary dependent on the location of the successful applicant, to account for alignment with local compensation frameworks and costs of living.
Chief Programmes Officer (CPO)
Location: Any PEAS country of operation (Uganda, Zambia, Ghana, UK) with a preference for Africa-based candidates
Salary: £67,000 – £78,000 per year, dependent on experience and location
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Reports to: CEO
Application deadline: Rolling basis
About the Role
PEAS is seeking an exceptional Chief Programmes Officer (CPO) to join our Global Strategic Management Team and drive our mission forward. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CPO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education for hundreds of thousands of young people across Uganda, Zambia, and Ghana. The CPO is one of two people who can deputise for the CEO.
Key Responsibilities
Who We Are Looking For
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@peas.org.uk. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the process may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
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