Job Summary
The role holder is expected to effectively implement the SC Education Programme activities in Dadaab camps.
Minimum Qualification:Diploma
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:4 years
Job Description/Requirements
Role Purpose
The role holder is
expected to effectively implement the SC Education Programme activities
in Dadaab camps. The role holder will ensure quality delivery of
programmes and maintenance of high professional standards of all our
Education Programmes. The role holder will be in charge of running of
ABE canters and directly support the refugee teachers. In the event of a
major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work
outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours
accordingly.
Contract Duration: 12 Months.
No of Vacancies: One (1) Position
Reporting to: Education Coordinator
Location: Dadaab
Nationality: Kenya National only
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Degree in special needs education or Diploma in Special Needs Education with minimum of 4 years’ experience in the sector.
Diploma in primary education (Degree will be added advantage) with experience in inclusive education.
Certificate in communication and intellectual impairments will be added advantage.
Certified P1 teacher’s course and registered with TSC.
Knowledge of education in emergencies, education sector policy, child rights and protection issues
Experiences of facilitating community-based training, capacity building school managements, and awareness campaigns
Strong self-starter, able to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
Positive attitude towards community
work with emphasis on the ability to learn from communities and support
participatory, innovative approaches to problem solving
Excellent communication skills and a
willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathise with all
children and their careers
Fluent in written and spoken English, Kiswahili and the local language in the camps and the host community
Good report writing skills.
Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions
Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection Policy.
Desirable
Previous experience in working in a consortium with INGOs delivering education and girl child education services
Demonstrated teamwork skills
High level of motivation and enthusiasm for education
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Local language is desired.
Experience of working with communities and other agencies that support education.
The Organization
We employ
approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in
over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that
need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign
and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and
to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three
breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great
people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial
role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our
people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a
collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and
integrity are highly valued.
How to Apply.
Please apply in
English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document,
including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job
description, please visit our website athttps://kenya.savethechildren.net/careers
We need to keep
children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the
protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child
protection standards including background checks and adherence to our
Child Safeguarding Policy. All employees are also expected to carry out
their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best-qualified talent.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Disclaimer: Save
the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever
stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment
agents
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