Location – Nairobi, Kenya

Salary – 80,000 – 90,000 KSH per month (depending on experience of the applicant), basic medical insurance

Answers to – Xavier Project Kenya Education Director

Position for nationals only

Xavier Project is an international NGO working Kenya and Uganda. We aim to provide opportunities to refugees living in urban areas in Kenya and Uganda who are otherwise excluded from the means to live a fulfilled and dignified existence so that they will be able to take back control of their lives and make a positive change whether to their new communities or to their country of origin. Xavier Project is primarily an education focused NGO, and while we have media and livelihoods programmes educational interventions make up the core of our activities within these programmes.

Xavier Project is registered as a local NGO in Uganda, an international NGO in Kenya and a company and charity in UK. All operations are in Kenya and Uganda, but a majority of funds are raised in UK. We have a three way partnership agreement between the branches of Xavier Project and one executive team primarily based in the Xavier Project headquarters in Nairobi. Xavier Project currently employs 25 permanent staff and has an annual income of $250,000 which has been increasing by 50% every year since its founding in 2008.

Urban refugees in East Africa face unique challenges. Culturally, it is difficult to assimilate into their new communities as they can be victims of xenophobia and can struggle from language differences. They cannot easily find jobs in a saturated and often nepotistic job market. There are administrative barriers to economic sustainability such as the challenge of obtaining work permits, and the rejection of foreign qualifications from employers and institutions. At present many refugees in Nairobi or Kampala do not have access to quality, relevant education delivered in a safe environment and their opportunities in education lag behind those of their local counterparts. In both Kampala and Nairobi there are over 10,000 refugee children who are not in formal education, amounting to around 50% in Nairobi and 60% in Kampala. 80% of those in formal education are not happy with the quality of the education they are receiving.

Added to this, most urban refugees are hoping to be resettled in developed countries, yet they know very little about the resettlement process, and their chances of being resettled. Less that 5% of urban refugees are resettled in any given year. Many refugees believe that the more vulnerable they are, or appear to be, the more likely their chances are of being resettled.

The pursuit of resettlement combined with the unique challenges faced by refugees leads to a negative attitude by refugees towards integration into their new community. This has a corrosive impact on the whole community. However, there are positive opportunities for refugees to take up in Kampala and Nairobi, whether offered by the government, NGO agencies or refugee run grass-roots organisations. Given their chances of resettlement it makes sense for refugees to make the most of the opportunities available to them in their host countries, such as education, livelihoods and vocational prospects offered by agencies. What is more, a more positive attitude and better communication among the refugee population should lead to vital innovation from refugees themselves. Tamuka media programme is educating refugees on the opportunities available to them and enabling them to communicate with each other and the wider world. Among other ambitions, the education programme is enabling refugees to receive an education that is more relevant to their challenges and their ambitions. Meanwhile, our livelihoods programme is enabling refugees to access affordable loans and learn the business skills they need to grow their careers.

As Education Partner for UNHCR in urban areas, Xavier Project is expanding a school visitation programme to 40 primary schools with high refugee populations. The visitation programme will visit each school once per week for a month and engage in various activities. Xavier Project is looking for an education specialist who will run capacity building sessions with the teachers that will cover all areas related to refugees, and work with teachers to improve the quality of the education they deliver. The team will engage with the senior management of the schools to ensure that each school has a governance structure in place, encourage the involvement of parents in the supervision of school activities, train PTAs and school management committees (SMCs) on good school management, establish student school committees (ideally with refugee members) and encourage exchange visits of PTAs and SMCs between schools. The team will also engage the senior management on the safety of refugee children in their schools, and review the protection policies in place. Teachers will learn about the impact that the trauma of being a refugee has on the learning of the students. The visitation team will work in partnership with other agencies to ensure that resources are saved and collaboration is maximised. An Education-in-Emergencies framework in each school will be established. The same schools will receive material support where necessary to build the capacities of the institution.

The Education specialist will work closely with the Xavier Project Director Edmund Page who is a qualified teacher, and the Kenya Director of Education to develop good working practice. The education specialist will also be a member of the Xavier Project executive committee and in that capacity will be expected to offer advice and support to other areas of the Xavier Project beyond the Education Programme

Essential:

· Qualified Teacher

· Experience in training teachers

· At least 10 years’ teaching experience

· Excellent communication skills in English (both written and oral)

· Good knowledge of MS Office

· Ability to work sensitively with refugee population or demonstrated experience working with marginalised communities

· Excellent organisational skills

· Experience in managing budgets

· Willing to travel within Kenya

Desired:

· Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

· Competent in Kiswahili

· Experience in managing people from various backgrounds

· Experience working in a tough environment with vulnerable people

· Advanced experience working in the Kenyan Education sector

· Demonstrated success in fundraising

· Experience in writing reports and strategies

· Experience in government and private sector engagement

· Strong understanding of the challenges faced by urban refugees

The Xavier Project staff is a small and tight community and a strong support network is offered to all members. We are diverse and relatively young crowd representing seven nationalities. Xavier Project is committed to ensuring that all staff members enjoy their work and gain valuable experience and skills that will enhance their impact now and in the future, whether with Xavier Project or not. As such as we run regular staff capacity building programmes and we encourage all staff members to pursue opportunities which will help them to grow individually.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter highlighting why you would like to apply for the job to Edmund Page at jobs@xavierproject.org by 29th December with the email title KENYA EDUCATION SPECIALIST. Please also include the names and contact details of two referees. For more information on what we do please visit http://www.xavierproject.org/ and http://www.tamuka.org/

Xavier Project is an equal opportunity employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability.

Tiny Totos’ Education Outreach Officer for Impact Capital Advisors

Background: ICA is a Nairobi-based company that provides consulting services to various clients, primarily in the impact investment, sustainable finance and social enterprise space.

ICA also runs its own social enterprise – Tiny Totos Kenya – a programme that aims to establish a franchise of safe, affordable and sustainable daycare delivering best of class services to preschool children and parents living and working in Nairobi’s urban slums.

ICA is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual bringing a combination of Montessori education qualifications and community outreach experience to manage, implement and oversee the ongoing education training and outreach work ICA is engaged in through the Tiny Totos’ Kenya programme. 
With a primary focus on Tiny Totos’ community-based daycare entrepreneur clients, their staff, the children attending their schools and the parents whose children they look after, the ICA Education Outreach Officer will need to have pronounced interpersonal skills to complement their teacher qualifications.  Working for a dynamic organization in the impact investing world, this position also offers the successful candidate a unique opportunity to get hands on exposure to and mentorship in the dynamic world of social enterprise and impact investing. 

Note: the position can be structured with flexi-hours including Saturdays and therefore might particularly suit a part-time student or working mother.

Location: Office in Westlands, Nairobi; position will however require the chosen candidate to spend 80% of their time with clients in communities in Nairobi.

Reports to: Ultimately to the ICA Managing Partner, but their direct line manager for operational supervision purposes will be the Tiny Totos’ Buiness Development Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

The core duties and responsibilities of the Tiny Totos’ Education Outreach Officer include:Designing and implementing an education training programme in Montessori methods for each of the Tiny Totos’ daycare partnersEnsuring that the daycare partners have the minimum necessary equipment required to run their daycare programmeEnsuring that the daycare partners are effectively implementing the education programme, as per the terms of their partnership agreementsEnsuring that the daycare partners understand the reporting systems designed and introduced by the Tiny Totos’ Business Development Manager and are effectively implementing them.Visiting each daycare partner per week and spending adequate time with each (eg half a day).  Getting to know the daycare children’s parents, and assisting the Tiny Totos’ Business Development Manager in designing and implementing outreach programmes targeting the childrens’ parents, with a view to getting them more engaged in and supportive of their schools.Writing weekly reports summarizing day visits and findings of these to share and discuss with the broader team during weekly team meetings.Keeping track of and recording all expenses incurred from e.g. equipment purchase or training events with receipts to share with the ICA Office Assistant.Typing up reports and minutes as required by the ICA Managing Partner and other staff.Implementing the monthly nutritional and developmental health assessment of daycare children.Seeking opportunities for ICA and Tiny Totos’ to expand their service delivery whether through networks, contracts or grants.Representing ICA and Tiny Totos to the public, meetings and as the main face in the office at all times in a dignified, articulate manner.Providing any other support that may be reasonably be required and requested by the ICA Managing Partner, direct line manager, donors, partner or other staff.Experience & personal qualitiesCommunication skills in both Kiswahili and English. Diploma in Montessori method required.At least 2 years’ practical teaching experience of small children.At least 2 years’ experience (acquired personally or through work experience) in underprivileged urban neighbourhoods.Written English to a standard where monthly reports and other documents are easily understood by a native English speaker. Competent computer skills especially in MS word, MS excel and email. An ability to work independentlyExcellent organisational skills, flexibility and an ability to prioritise.  A self-starter, with initiative.An individual with pronounced interpersonal skills, skilled at building and maintaining relationships, with an ability to command attention and respect, and an ability to be respectful in return.A team player who can work well with colleagues from different backgrounds. Salary: Commensurate with experience

Applications: CV and cover letter to be sent to info@icaafrica.com

Deadline: 24th December 2014

Bungoma County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified Kenyans to fill the following position:
County Assistant Director - Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE)
Job Group ‘P’
Reporting to the County Director of Education and Science
 Assist in the coordination, development, review and the implementation of ECDE policiesCoordination of ECDE training and assessment in conjunction with KICD and KNECSupervising the design, development and preparation of ECDE play/learning materials for both normal and special needs childrenPreparing of ECDE strategies, giving technical advice and guidance to personnel in lower cadreCoordinating and liaising with stakeholders in ECDEPromoting awareness on early childhood needs and demands to local communities and parentsBachelor’s degree in Education or a Post Graduate diploma in Education from a recognized universityMaster’s degree in ECDE related fields from a recognized UniversityMust have served on Job Group N or its equivalentHave exemplary leadership and management skills in ECDE programsClear understanding of ECDE national framework, policies, goals and objectivesSatisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaTerms of Service: Permanent & PensionableAll applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae (C.V), Academic and Professional Certificates ,Testimonials, National Identification Card (ID) or Passport and any other supporting documents in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for on top left side, on or before 20th June, 2014 at 5 p.m. to:
The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 2489-50200
Bungoma
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board Offices located next to the Governor’s Office Bungoma County Public Service Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer, women and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply
ALL applicants MUST attach photocopies of the following clearances;Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department

Bungoma County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified Kenyans to fill the following position:
County Director of Education and Science
Job Group ‘R’The officer will be responsible to the Chief Officer Education, Science and ICT
 Provide leadership, vision and management of Education and Science departmentAssess and respond to Education and Science needs of the countyManage and advice the county on Education and Science mattersImplement operational policies and guidelines on the utilization of Education and Science resourcesCoordination, development, review and the implementation of ECDE policiesCoordination of ECDE training and assessment in conjunction with KICD and KNECInitiating and supervising the design, development and preparation of ECDE play/learning materials for both normal and special needs childrenPreparing of ECDE strategies, giving technical advice and guidance to personnel in lower cadreCreating and promoting awareness on early childhood needs and demands to local communities and parentsFacilitating and strengthening the development of e-learning strategies in youth polytechnicsFacilitating the promotion of innovative initiativesInitiating and coordinating strategic partnerships and collaborations with stakeholders on Youth Polytechnic Training and ECDEOverseeing the development and management of Youth Polytechnics information systemFacilitating preparation and implementation of the department’s annual work plan and budgetary requirementsMonitoring and Evaluating various departmental programmes and projectsEnsuring implementation of a result-based managementDeveloping Resource CentersBachelor’s degree in Education or a Post Graduate diploma in Education from a recognized universityMaster’s degree in Education related fields from a recognized UniversityMust have served on Job Group Q or its equivalent for at least 3 yearsHave exemplary leadership and management skillsClear understanding of Youth Polytechnics, Home craft centers and ECDE national framework, policies, goals and objectivesSatisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaAll applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae (C.V), Academic and Professional Certificates ,Testimonials, National Identification Card (ID) or Passport and any other supporting documents in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for on top left side, on or before 20th June, 2014 at 5 p.m. to:
The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 2489-50200
Bungoma
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board Offices located next to the Governor’s Office Bungoma County Public Service Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer, women and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply
ALL applicants MUST attach photocopies of the following clearances;Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department