Product Owner – Can’t Wait to Learn Project (War Child)

War Child is looking for:

An experienced Product Owner with a strong technical background to lead the development and delivery of digital learning solutions for the *Can’t Wait to Learn* project. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, educators, and stakeholders, to ensure the successful execution of the project’s vision. You will play a key role in translating the needs of our beneficiaries into a digital product that meets educational goals and is scalable across different contexts.

Project Overview:

The *Can’t Wait to Learn* (CWTL) project is a pioneering initiative that leverages technology to deliver high-quality education to children in conflict-affected areas. The project uses digital game-based learning to provide children with access to effective and engaging educational resources, even in challenging environments.

Your Mission:

• Product Strategy & Vision: Define the product vision and strategy in alignment with the goals of the CWTL project, focusing on delivering educational value through innovative technology.
• Backlog Management: Own and manage the product backlog, prioritizing features, improvements, and bug fixes in collaboration with the development team.
• Agile/Scrum Practices: Lead agile ceremonies (sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, etc.) and ensure efficient use of Scrum principles.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment on product goals and delivery timelines.
• User-Centric Design: Ensure the product is designed with the end-user in mind, collaborating with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and accessible interfaces.
• Technical Oversight: Liaise with the technical team to ensure product requirements are feasible and align with the project’s technical constraints.
• Tools Management: Leverage project management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, Miro, Figma, and MS Office to ensure smooth product development and communication.

Your Profile:

• Technical Background: Strong technical foundation in IT, with the ability to understand and contribute to technical discussions with developers.
• Experience: At least 5+ years of proven experience in product management, preferably with digital products in gamedev, education or NGO sectors.
• Agile Methodologies: In-depth knowledge of Agile and Scrum frameworks, with hands-on experience leading agile teams.
• Tools Expertise: Proficient in Jira, Confluence, Miro, Figma, and MS Office Suite.
• Languages: Proficiency in Ukrainian and English at a professional level (both written and spoken).
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating with cross-functional and remote teams.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex challenges in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the humanitarian or non-profit sector.
• Familiarity with digital learning platforms, educational technology, or game-based learning.
• Experience with user research and testing in conflict-affected environments.
• Experience in Game Development
• Experience with AI and/or ML

What We Offer:

• Location : We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is based in Afghanistan, Burundi, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine and Yemen. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
• Salary and benefits are in line with your residing country and contracting office, we offer local packages. There is additional consideration given the global scope of the role and packages are adjusted competitively within the labour market of your residence
• Professional Development: Opportunities for capacity building and growth, both within the role and through War Child’s broader network.
• Meaningful Impact: The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families affected by conflict, contributing to long-term, sustainable change.
• Equal Opportunities: War Child is an inclusive employer committed to diversity and inclusion, respecting all individuals regardless of age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability.
• Workplace Culture: War Child is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace that prioritizes safety and fairness for all individuals. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying within our organization

Why You Should Apply

• Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to providing quality education to children who need it most, creating lasting change in their lives.
• Career Growth: Join a dynamic organization that values your professional development and offers opportunities for learning, growth, and innovation.
• Global Reach: Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme that operates in multiple conflict-affected regions around the world.
• Collaborative and Mission-Driven: Work alongside passionate colleagues and partners united in a mission to protect children and help them thrive despite adversity.

How to apply

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by January 1, 2025. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

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About War Child:

The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholders—including governments, educators, caregivers, and communities—to foster children’s wellbeing, education, and self-determination. War Child has a presence in 19 countries: Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, Afghanistan, Colombia, Burundi, DR Congo, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Ukraine, Germany, Sweden, The Netherlands, United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Learn more about War Child and our programmes https://www.warchild.net/

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