NGO Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya – VSO

Project and M&E Assistant
 
Nairobi, Kenya
 
Negotiable
 
Fixed Term,
 
Full Time, 35 hours per week

About VSO: 
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. 

Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview: The purpose of this role is to work in close collaboration with county governments, local partners, schools, parents, community-based organizations and national/international volunteers to deliver the Strengthening Citizens Participation in Governance of Education [SCPGE 2] Project objectives.

Skills, qualifications and experience required
  • Bachelor's degree in Project management, Education or Social sciences
  • At least 2 years’ experience working in the field of both project management, finance or administrative experience in an NGO or community based organisation.
  • Experience in M&E
  • Experience in special need education, working with children with disabilities in education initiatives or successful work with persons with disabilities
  • Proven experience in coaching and mentoring of team members
  • Knowledge on disability rights and inclusion practices
  • Good written and spoken English and Kiswahili skills, Kenya Sign Language skills is an added
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member and with minimal supervision
How to apply
 
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description HERE to read more details about the position and the skills and experience we’re looking for. 

To submit your application, click HERE and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Application closing date: 08 May 2016

Interview/Assessment date(s): 16th May 2016

Start date: 1st June 2016

Project Officer
 
Nairobi, Kenya
 
Negotiable
 
Fixed Term,
 
Full Time, 35 hours per week

About VSO: VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. 

Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview: The purpose of the post is to support the effective implementation of the Strengthening Citizens Participation in Governenace of Education [SCPGE 2] Project

Skills, qualifications and experience required
  • Bachelor of Education degree with specialisation in Special Needs or inclusive education; social with further qualification in development, project management or related area would be an advantage.
  • At least 3 years relevant experience including the formulation, implementation and review of development strategies and effective project management
  • Experience in developing and implementing advocacy and campaign strategies
  • Experience working with children and youth with disabilities, and their families in education or livelihood initiatives or successful work with persons with disabilities.
  • Knowledge on disability rights and inclusion practices
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member and with minimal supervision
  • Excellent written and oral communication
How to apply
 
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please click HERE to download the job description to read more details about the position and the skills and experience we’re looking for. 


To submit your application, click HERE and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Application closing date: 08 May 2016

Interview/Assessment date(s): 16th May 2016

Start date: 1st June 2016