Education Program Officer - Nanyuki

Job Title: Education Program Officer

Job location: Nanyuki

Reports to: Head of Programs

Contract type: Annual, performance-based, with a 3-month probation period.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate training sessions on Competency-Based Pedagogy (CBC) for educators.

• Oversee digital literacy integration.

• Facilitate STEM & language training workshops for teachers.

• Facilitate CBC core competencies in life skills training, including critical thinking & problem-solving, collaboration and communication, imagination and creativity, self-efficacy & learning to learn, and citizenship.

• Facilitate capacity-building sessions for school management and leadership teams.

• Implement and support individualized learning programs for students.

• Establish and support children's clubs to enhance extracurricular activities.

• Facilitate capacity building for Parent Associations (PAs) and Boards of Management on effective governance.

• Support schools in designing and implementing effective school improvement plans.

• Organize and conduct parental engagement forums to foster collaboration between parents and educators.

• Monitor and evaluate the integration of core competencies into teaching practices.

• Regularly assess and report on the effectiveness and impact of various programs.

• Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and adjustments to program strategies.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.

2. Science and language teachers preferred.

3. Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar position.

4. Certification: Training of Trainers certification.

5. Expertise: Proven experience in implementing Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), digital literacy, STEM, languages, and life skills in education.

6. Technical Skills: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.

7. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If you meet the qualifications for this role, please send us your curriculum vitae, the names and contact details (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) of three referees . Please mention the position title in the subject line.