Program Officer NGO Job FAWE

Project Management Jobs, FAWE Jobs. Responsible for coordinating programme activities, supporting project implementation, monitoring programme progress, collecting and analysing data, preparing reports, coordinating with partners and stakeholders, organising capacity-building activities, ensuring projects meet their objectives and donor requirements. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Education, Gender Studies, Project Management, or a related field. The position is based in Nairobi and requires on-site work.

Position Overview

The Program Officer will play a crucial role in monitoring and mentoring students at various schools funded by the Mastercard Foundation. He/she will also create awareness to win stakeholders’ commitment to end Teen pregnancy and Child Marriage; strengthen social accountability among the duty bearers; and enhance agency among young people to demand their sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related Humanities field is preferred.
• At least two years’ experience in girls’ education and prior experience implementing or managing a scholarship programme
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct (issued within the last 6 months).
• Experience in programme implementation and management within education programming is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• A broad grasp of socio-cultural and economic issues with respect to teenage pregnancy
•  Ability to travel by road to the field
• Experience working with county governments, civil society, partners and local communities
• Detailed understanding and experience of gender and diversity issues and individual commitment to addressing inequalities in all the key areas of responsibility.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, academic and Professional certificates, and three professional references as One PDF document to recruitment@fawe.or.ke