Political Education Coordinator

Position description

Fight Inequality Alliance is a growing global movement organising and mobilising to counter the excessive concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a small elite. We are building a just, equal and sustainable world. We are embarking on an exciting new phase in the alliance’s history, where we aim to become the most powerful global movement tackling the power of the 1% yet. To achieve this, we are embarking on our 10-year road map (2023 to 2033). For the alliance, the next decade is a critical time for the system that replaces neoliberalism to be defined and fought for. Whilst we organise at a larger scale to change the inequalities pressing on the daily lives of people living on the frontlines of inequality, we will also build people powered alternatives to the current system. The values that guide and drive our work are listed here. 

POLITICAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR 

Join FIA as a Political Education Coordinator

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving national alliances towards impactful change? FIA is looking for a dynamic Political Education Coordinator to join our Political Education Team. Be at the helm of our mission to strengthen our Global alliance and promote our organisational culture and values. 

About the role:  

A member of the PE + GOS Team that contributes to FIA’s overall organisation performance and collectively delivers the global elements of the 10-year roadmap and global strategy. The Political Education Coordinator is responsible for designing and delivering a global programme of political education tied to FIA’s global campaigns, including the managing and coordinating the delivery of the Global Organising School. The coordinator will also be generally responsible for leading the implementation, strengthening and overseeing FIA’s national and regional political education programmes. The role ensures that political education initiatives are responsive to local contexts, aligned with FIA’s vision, and supportive of broader movement-building efforts across Africa, Asia, Latin America and beyond. The role also develops monitoring and learning mechanisms, forging partnerships to amplify educational reach and grassroots leadership.

What you’ll do:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Delivering a global programme of political education tied to FIA’s global campaign
• Leading the implementation of national and regional political education programmes
• Managing the operational delivery and strategic alignment of the Global Organising School
• Strengthening impact, monitoring, and learning mechanisms
• Forging partnerships to amplify educational reach and grassroots leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years’ experience coordinating political education programmes, leadership schools, or movement-building initiatives at national and international levels.
• Proven experience in curriculum design, facilitation, and pedagogical innovation across multiple cultural and political contexts.
• Strong project and people management skills, including managing remote teams and coordinating across multiple time zones.
• Experience working with grassroots movements, unions, NGOs, and/or popular education networks.
• Track record of effective MEL design and implementation.
• Strong communication, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Essential

A commitment to the Alliance’s values including:

• Strong feminist understanding, analysis, commitment and behaviour.
• Commitment to battling all forms of discrimination and to standing with the most oppressed
• Strong commitment to develop, promote and practice Fight Inequality Alliance’s goals and values, as well as adhering to and upholding our Common Principles. 
• Commitment to grassroots organising and leadership
• Be open to learn/follow the lead/ be accountable to those who experience oppression based on gender, race/ethnicity, disability, socio-class, LGBTQIA, geography, etc.
• Willingness to travel as required without creature comforts
• Fluency in more than one language.
• Experience in decentralised, non-hierarchical organisations or alliances.
• Understanding of decolonial, feminist, anti-capitalist, and intersectional approaches to education and organising

Skills

• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting to assess program impact, identify areas for improvement, and facilitate evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including alliance members, partner organizations, government agencies, and civil society groups.
• Ability to exert influence and drive change with or without line management authority or hard power, and to lead in a way that builds others’ leadership
• Ability to build and maintain strong partnerships to enhance programme effectiveness and sustainability.
• Strong negotiation, influencing and project management skills. Respected by key constituencies of the alliance.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and logistics efficiently to ensure smooth programme implementation.
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Skills in team building, conflict resolution, and decision-making to effectively coordinate educational initiatives within the alliance. Ability to inspire and motivate teams towards common goals.

Knowledge

• Understanding of current trends and challenges in regional, global education, including issues such as access to education, quality improvement, equity, and inclusion
• Awareness of innovative approaches and best practices in political education
• A deep understanding of political systems, processes, and dynamics at the global, regional, and national levels.
• Knowledge of curriculum development principles and practices, including designing learning objectives, selecting appropriate instructional materials, and incorporating diverse perspectives and cultural contexts into curriculum design.
• Familiarity with pedagogical approaches that foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills among students. 
• Knowledge of working with networks, coalitions and a partnership approach across the spectrum of FIA’s work, including innovative approaches to capacity strengthening.

Position type: One-year contract subject to renewal

Salary: As per FIA salary which can be accessed here

Location: Flexible

Reporting to: Political Education & Global Organizing school Lead 

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a global movement making a real difference in the world
• Work with a passionate and dedicated team of professionals
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development
• Enjoy a flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance
• Contribute to meaningful and impactful work that aligns with your values
• If you’re ready to take on this exciting role and drive positive change with us, we want to hear from you! Be part of our transformative journey towards a more just and equitable future. 

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