The purpose of this role is to lead the implementation of a comprehensive education program that enhances the quality of teaching and learning. By focusing on teacher training, digital literacy, STEM & languages, life skills, school management, leadership capacity building, individualized learning, and children's clubs, the Education Officer will improve overall learning outcomes and foster a conducive learning environment.
- Minimum Qualification :Bachelors
- Experience Level :Senior level
- Experience Length :8 years
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.
