Overview
The Programme Assistant reports to the Programme
Officer. The employee assists the Tushinde Children’s Trust team with the
programming functions including organising and coordinating various community
events, workshops and meetings, data collection, analysis and reporting,
assisting with report writing and minutes, budget preparation, procurement and
any other duties as needed for programmatic implementation.
Key
Duties include:
Programme
planning and implementation.
Provide administrative support so that various
projects are completed on time and on budget.
Support Programme Officers and Programme manager to
organise and facilitate the Community Days, Boys and Girls Forums, Holiday
Camps and other events, as needed.
Support and advocate for children’s rights and help
develop Tushinde programmes accordingly.
Compile periodic programme reports.
Facilitate community outreach awareness programmes.
Assist in documentation of success stories to assess
the effectiveness of the programme.
Data Management.
Support in data collection and analysis of all
programme activities.
Administrative
support
Maintaining crucial project documents, filling them
and ensuring that all documents are accurate.
Maintain an updated database and project schedules
e.g staff training schedule, annual program activities e.t.c
Organise regular meetings with members of main
projects, take minutes and ensure follow up is carried through.
Financial
management
Comply with Tushinde Children’s Trust financial
procedure and maintain high standards of accountability in the expense of funds
(due- time return of receipts etc.)
Coordinate procurement of products and services from
various vendors and suppliers as per the approved budgets
Support timely budget preparation for events and
activities under various donor budgets.
Partnership
Support in mapping relevant partners and
stakeholders.
Fundraising
Mapping potential funders and donors to ensure
continuity of programme activities.
Perform any other duties requested by the Programme
Manager and the Executive Director that are in the best interests of the
sponsored child.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Development
studies,M&E, social sciences and any other relevant area of studies
At least 2-3 years experience in a similar role
Experience in project implementation.
Experience in fundraising and/or donor reporting will
be an added advantage.
Good communication, presentation, training and report
writing skills.
Fluency in the English language,both written and
verbal
Must have exceptional attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills, and
ability to prioritise. Must be a self-starter and driven.
Strong problem-solving skills and analytical
abilities.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google
products.
Must have a passion to work with vulnerable children,
youth and adults.
Must be able to work in a challenging environment,
i.e. informal settlements.
Must have a valid certificate of good conduct.
How
To Apply
Interested
and qualified candidates should send their CV and a tailored covering letter
to: jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk
‘Programme
Assistant’
