Accelerated Basic Education Facilitators (Learning Facilitators) – UNICEF EYEPINN Project
UNICEF, through the Education and Youth Empowerment Programme in Northwest Nigeria (EYEPINN), is recruiting qualified candidates for the position of Accelerated Basic Education Facilitator (Learning Facilitator) in Jigawa State.
The project aims to provide quality accelerated basic education to out-of-school and over-age children, helping them transition into formal and non-formal education systems.
Position Details
Job Title: Accelerated Basic Education Facilitator (Learning Facilitator)
Duration: 2 Years
Location: Jigawa State
Available LGAs
- Babura
- Birnin Kudu
- Garki
- Hadejia
- Jahun
- Kiri Kasamma
- Kazaure
- Kiyawa
- Kafin Hausa
- Maigatari
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
- Deliver lessons using the approved ABEP curriculum.
- Prepare lesson plans and teaching materials.
- Conduct learner assessments and monitor progress.
- Promote inclusive and participatory learning approaches.
Community Engagement
- Mobilize communities and support learner enrolment.
- Monitor attendance and follow up on absenteeism.
- Raise awareness on non-formal education opportunities.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Engage with school authorities, community leaders, and government stakeholders.
- Refer vulnerable learners to appropriate support services.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Maintain accurate class records and attendance registers.
- Submit weekly and monthly reports.
- Use ODK tools for data collection and reporting.
Coordination
- Participate in trainings, meetings, and learning sessions.
- Collaborate with partners and field teams.
Requirements
- Minimum of NCE or Degree in Education or a related field.
- At least 2 years of teaching, volunteer, or community engagement experience.
- Fluency in English and Hausa.
- Must reside within the target LGA/community.
- Ability to work effectively with children and adolescents.
- Basic Android phone skills for data collection and reporting.
- Commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and humanitarian principles.
Important Conditions
- Applicants must not have any affiliation with armed groups or forces.
- Must be willing to participate in all required trainings.
- CV must include full residential address (Ward, Community, and LGA).
Application Deadline
15 June 2026
Method of Application
Submit your CV in a sealed envelope addressed to:
Education Specialist
UNICEF Kano Field Office
Applications should be submitted at the designated LGA offices within your area.
Important Notice
- UNICEF does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.