KEC Programme Officer – Abstinence & Behaviour Change Program Job in Kenya

Background

The Commission for Education and Religious Education is in the processes of recruiting a 
Programme Officer for Abstinence & Behaviour Change Program

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Managing the Abstinence & Behavior Change (ABY)program, including; planning, organization, implementation monitoring and evaluation of all program components.
  • Co-ordinating the ABY program activities at the Arch/dioceses level.
  • Collaborating with the members of staff in the Commission to ensure that all components of the ABY are implemented in compliance with KEC – Catholic Secretariat policies.

  • Responsible for workshop planning, budget preparation, programme organization and programmatic site visits.
  • Responsible for development and recording of ABY & Programs of Pastoral Instructions Radio programs
  • Responsible for writing reports for the program.
Qualifications
  • Primary Teacher Education certificate .A Bachelor of Education degree ( primary option) from a recognized university will be an added advantage
  • Good knowledge of the Kenya educational system and policies
  • Experience in teaching CRE/PPI at primary level
  • Well versed with the teachings & doctrines of the Catholic church
  • Participation in capacity building trainings coordinated by the Catholic Church
  • Minimum of 3 years professional experience in a related area
  • Skills in programme management and proposal writing
  • Competence in computer
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent facilitation and training skills
  • Willingness to work in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality of work.
  • Ability to travel and spend time in the field
Performance Indicators
  • Extent of carrying out duties and responsibility above
Personal Traits
  • Is a committed Catholic, with good recommendation from own Parish Priest
  • Is a person of attested integrity, with high degree of stewardship of resources
  • Is innovative and assertive
  • Able to work with minimal supervision
  • Team player
Application Requirements

This is a one year contractual job renewable depending on performance.

Please submit your CV, copies of certifications and other testimonials to the:

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Our recruitment procedures shall apply

Send in your application by: Sun, Feb 20, 2011

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