Job Title: Project Coordinator About the Organization: CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, supported by MasterCard Foundation, is established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 

Purpose of the role: The Project Coordinator will be charged with the responsibility of overseeing the operations of the Centres, support in project implementation and ensure that all Centre activities take place in accordance with the program calendar.
Actively network with local authorities, partners and stakeholders for the success of the program.Monitor and oversee the student selection process and ensure that all students admitted in the center adhere to program admission criteria.Forming linkages with various partners to obtain internship and placement opportunities for the students.Ensure that Centres acquire internship and placement opportunities for the students.Hold regular meetings with Centre staff to get updates on the progress of the Centres and address any challenges arising.Closely monitor facilitators and Centre Coordinators performance to be able to continually improve the performance of the Centres.Ensure that Centre activities are implemented in accordance with the program guidelines.Develop and build positive relationships with different stake holders from different industries.Actively create awareness and promote the program.Prepare and submit accurate reports in line with the project requirements.Carry out post placement studies to assess the progress of the students at the work place.Conduct employers’ satisfaction studies from time to time to get feedback from employers.Use the feedback obtained from the post placement studies to make any necessary changes that will have positive impact on the program.Maintain a list of partners supporting the program.Ensure that Centres prepare monthly budgets, review them and submit them for approval.Ensure that Centres have all the necessary supplies to operate smoothly.Identify and propose potential organizations to partner with.Maintain constant communication with the Centres to get updates on the Centre progress.Coordinate program mobilization initiatives to recruit students into the program.Supervise staff in implementation of project activities, strategies and procedures.Provide hands on training to Centre staff in the running of the Centres.Qualifications, Experience and CompetenciesBachelor’s Degree in social work or sociology or community development.Two years’ work experience in project management.Previous experience in implementing a youth project.Understanding the project cycle management.Honesty and Integrity Excellent Training skillsGood interpersonal, communication and presentation skills InterestedStrong report writing skills and networking skills.Excellent written and spoken English.This position is on full time basis. To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV and cover letter to recruitment.capyei@gmail.com by 5th December 2014.

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.  

Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Kenya YMCA National Training Institute (KYMCA NTI) was established in 1966 as YMCA Crafts Training Centre with the aim of providing vocational training to young school leavers. In 2005, it was rebranded to National Training Institute and its programmes reviewed so as to meet the emerging students, industry and business needs.

The KYMCA NTI is seeking to recruit a Principal to head the institution situated in Shauri Moyo.

Job Purpose

To work with the governing body to plan and implement significant process of change, that will align strategic and operational plans with a new structure of governance and accountabilityTo work with the task force to further develop the vision and strategy to take the institution forward to achieve excellence in all areas.To provide inspiring leadership to enable the institution achieve its short term and long term objective upholding and promoting the values and reputation of the institution.Description of Duties and Responsibilities
To provide inspiring leadership for the institution  ensuring that all staff are working in collaboration to achieve the highest results for learnersEnsure that the appropriate targets are set and agreed through the institution in order to achieve the agreed short term plans, that performance against these targets is monitored and that the institution meets these targets.Foster positive internal and external communication ensuring staff is made aware of developments and decisions of the task force.Be an outstanding ambassador for the institution promoting and represent the institution it at local, regional and international level.Ensure that overall management, internal organization and discipline of staff and learners are consistent with agreed policies and that they are applied fairly.To provide strategic leadership for the institution to achieve its mission, priorities aims and developing a vision.B. Financial and Resource ManagementTo be the institution ’s accounting officerTo be responsible to the governing body for the preparation of annual estimates of income and expenditure and the efficient and effective management of resources in line with approved budgets.To ensure there is proper and effective operation of financial planning and management controlsTo ensure the institution continued solvency and good financial health of the institution Ensure that information system are in place to provide timely robust data to support the management of the institution To ensure the assets of the institution are maintained in proper order to avoid deterioration in value and ensure and promote further development to support the institution’s objectives.Ensure the repair, stocking of labs and the library and maintenance of all the institution’s resources and facilities for promotion of teaching and learningTo promote and facilitate the innovation and development of the curriculum to ensure the institution delivers an outstanding range of education and training opportunities.To ensure that high quality standards are set and achieved for all programmes and promote practices that support learners.Facilitate curriculum development of courses that are relevant to market needs.Facilitate the growth of NTI programmes and authority to award own certification. Masters Degree level qualificationEvidence of training with leadership focusEvidence of entrepreneurial skills required in managing a technical institutionAt least 10 years experience in education management of a technical institutionDesired Skills and CompetenciesStrong decision making skills including willingness to confront top management issues when necessaryThe ability to analyze solve problems and implement change with successful track record of managing and delivering changeThe ability to communicate a vision show how it can be achieved and inspire others to embrace it and successfully take it forwardAn awareness and understanding of relevant legislation and regulation as it applies to educationInterested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and CV by 4th July 2014 via e-mail to applicants@africaymca.org. Please indicate the position applied.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy: Garment Manufacturing Trainer
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position: We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING. Successful candidate will be posted in one of the Centres as a Garments Manufacturing Trainer.  The right candidate must be self-driven who can work with minimal Supervision. He/she will be tasked to train the youth on Garments Manufacturing as well as getting placements and internships for them.

Job Responsibilities
Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered.Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved.To act as a personal tutor to CAP students.Plan for the field visits for the trainees, exposure visits for the trainees and bring in the guest lectures.Developing, customizing and Delivering Industrial Garment Manufacturing curriculum.Assist students get internships and placements.Link the youth with potential employers.Adequately equipping the students with Garment Manufacturing skills.Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to support program delivery.Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required.At least One (1) year experience in an Industrial Garment Manufacturing.Must have passion working with young people.Must have Degree in Textile/design.Should have teaching experience in Tailoring & DressmakingAbility to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.Strong oral and written communication skills.Excellent Presentation skills.Networking skills a must.To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to recruitment.capyei@gmail.com by 5th July 2014. Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.  Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary on the cover letter. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy: Electrical & Electronics Trainer
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position: We are urgently looking for an Electrical Trainer for one of our Centre. Successful candidate will be required deliver the electrical curriculum, source for mentors for the youth, internship and employment opportunities as well. 

He/She must be self-driven, with the ability to work with minimal Supervision. Duties and Responsibilities

Developing, customizing and delivering curriculum.Theoretical and practical instruction in the area of specialization;preparing and maintaining of schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, teaching and learning materials and trainee records;carrying out trainee assessment; ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment;conducting co-curricular activities; maintain trainee discipline; guidance and counseling of trainees;Monitoring trainees on field work and industrial attachment and compiling progress reports.Assist students get internships and employment opportunities.To source for guest lecturers and organize field visits for the trainees.To help the trainees to find internship and employment opportunities.Assist in the recruitment of students into the programme.Atleast One (1) year working experience in the field of electrical.Must be mature and with the right attitude.Minimum of Diploma in Electrical engineering.Must have basic computer skills.Must have passion of working with young people.Excellent Presentation skills.Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.Networking skills a must.Conversant with security systems, CCTV Cameras, domestic installations, electrical fencingExcellent communication skills; both verbal and written.This position is on full time basis. To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to recruitment.capyei@gmail.com by 5th July 2014.

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 

Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary in the cover letter. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Vacancy: Hospitality Facilitator
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position: Successful candidate will be posted in one of our Centres as a Hospitality Facilitator.

The right candidate must be self-driven who can work with minimal Supervision. He/she will be tasked to train the youth on hospitality as well as getting placements and internships for them.

Job Responsibilities
We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING.Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered.Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved.To act as a personal tutor to CAP students.Developing, customizing and Delivering Hospitality curriculum.Assist students get internships and placements.Link the youth with potential employers.Adequately equipping the students with both Hospitality skills.Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to be used in respect of programmed delivery.Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required.At least One (1) year experience in the hospitality industry.Must be mature and with the right attitude.Must have relevant training in hospitality.Must have Hospitality background (House Keeping, Front Office and F&B Service)Must have passion working with young people.Must have Degree/Diploma in Hotel/Hospitality Management. Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.Strong oral and written communication skills.Excellent Presentation skills.Dynamism, creativity and flexibility.Must have networking skills.To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to recruitment.capyei@gmail.com by 5th July 2014.

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.

Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.