The CRADLE is a non-governmental, non-partisan and not- for- profit organization committed to the promotion, protection and enhancement of the rights of the child through legal aid; legislative and policy advocacy; awareness creation; and research, monitoring and documentation.
The CRADLE is seeking for 2 qualified and experienced persons for the following position:
Program Officer- Research, Monitoring and Documentation Program
Reporting to Executive Director
Responsibilities
The CRADLE is seeking for 2 qualified and experienced persons for the following position:
Program Officer- Research, Monitoring and Documentation Program
Reporting to Executive Director
Responsibilities
- Management of the Research, Monitoring and Documentation Programme.
- Compile and maintain an up to date client database of case trends and related children’s issues.
- Monitoring compliance with Kenya’s international and regional obligations on child rights.
- Development of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials on Child rights.
- Coordinating Research and management of The CRADLE’s publications.
- Managing of the Resource and Documentation Centre.
- Ensure the hosting and management of a webpage by The CRADLE..
- Coordinate an electronic Newsletter managed through a national and international list server.
Qualifications
- Must possess a Law degree from a recognized University, Master degree is an added advantage.
- Have at least 3 years experience in relevant legal work.
- Demonstrated understanding of child rights issues especially in Kenya.
- Excellent IT user skills.
- Good communication, presentation, research and analysis skills.
- Knowledge of desktop publishing and design.
Program Officer- Child Rights and Awareness Program
Reporting to Programme Manager, Child Rights and Awareness
Responsibilities
Reporting to Programme Manager, Child Rights and Awareness
Responsibilities
- Assist in the management of the Child Rights Education and Awareness Programme.
- Undertake the implementation of assigned projects under the programme in relation to schools and the community.
- Build capacity of different professions, partners and community leaders on Child rights.
- Mainstream a child rights approach to programming internally and with key partners, including the Government of Kenya.
- Formulate and spearhead effective and innovative Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns, advocacy and networking campaigns geared towards child rights promotion and protection.
Qualifications
- Must possess a degree from in law from a recognized University or a degree in a relevant social science.
- Minimum 3 years experience as an officer working on children’s rights.
- Good working knowledge of both International and National Child and Human Rights laws and policies.
- Solid programming and technical expertise in legal training, specifically in the area of Child and Human Rights.
- Media skills would be an added advantage.
Your application MUST BE in The CRADLE job application format available on our website under the jobs section.
You may also obtain a copy of the same form from our offices.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Selection Panel,
The CRADLE-The Children Foundation,
Wood Avenue,
Opp. Wood Avenue Apts.
Box 10101-00100, Nairobi.
Website: www.thecradle.or.ke
Email: info@thecradle.or.ke
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