Project Officer- Homabay Job Dignitas

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Roles & Responsibilities

The following are the key responsibilities and expected outcomes for this role:

• The Project Officer will support the coaching and capacity building of Curriculum Support Officers, who will directly coach school leaders.
• The Project Officer will organize dates and help plan monthly virtual webinars, including mobilizing schools and following up on any challenges to ensure active participation and improved uptake of gender practices at school level.
• The Project Officer will support lead coaches with on-ground mobilization of schools and school leaders to ensure attendance at workshops, contributing to strengthened skills and capacity.
• The Project Officer will offer support during trainings, which may include taking attendance, assisting in setting up group sessions, and distributing materials.
• The Project Officer will support Curriculum Support Officers in designing cluster meetings aligned with the academic calendar.
• Together with the CSOs, the Project Officer will strengthen Communities of Practice at the school level for both the continuing cohort and the current cohort.
• The Project Officer will participate in monitoring visits organized by Dignitas staff to assess project quality and progress.
• He or she will support the Senior Programs Manager in documenting impact stories for donor reporting processes.
• The Project Officer will undertake any other duties necessary to support Dignitas’ work, as assigned by the line manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Gender, or a related field (required).
• Strong expertise and experience in gender and gender-related fields.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a similar environment; teaching or school leadership experience is an added advantage.
• Must be based in the county for which you are applying.
• Strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience in coaching or supporting teachers is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, including strong listening skills, and high emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and solve problems independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to think proactively and strategically.
• Must have local knowledge of the area.
• Must be an effective team player.

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How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send a tailored CV and cover letter to jobs@dignitasproject.org with the subject line: “Application for Short Term Project Officer – Gender (County Name) ”
Application Deadline: 19th January 2026.
Example: Application for Short Term Project Officer – Gender (Homa Bay)