The mission of Care of
Creation Kenya is to pursue a God-centered response to the environmental crisis
in Africa which brings glory to the Creator, advances the cause of Christ, and
leads to a transformation of the people and the land that sustains them.
To accomplish this mission, Care of Creation Kenya (CCK) is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the following position:
Job Title: Project Manager for Biblically-based Community
DevelopmentTo accomplish this mission, Care of Creation Kenya (CCK) is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the following position:
Location: Kijabe (Care of Creation Kenya office at Moffat Bible College)
Reports To: The Executive Director
General Summary:
This person will promote a God-centered approach to environmental stewardship and provide competent oversight for community development and educational initiatives undertaken by Care of Creation Kenya (CCK).
Primary responsibilities will involve planning, the coordination of CCK staff and demonstrations, and the administration of training activities for Churches, schools, farmers and community groups in the areas of forestry and Farming God’s Way.
Essential Qualifications
- Mature
Christian with unquestioned personal integrity and character
- A heart
for ministering to farmers, women, and local communities
- Excellent
teaching skills, including proficiency in teaching from Scripture, and
demonstrated work experience in teaching and/or community development.
- Excellent
management, planning and administrative skills
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Strong
computer proficiency (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
- Able to
keep detailed records and write detailed reports
- A self
starter who takes initiative and requires little supervision
- Minimum
educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in community development from a
reputable institution
- 2-3
years work experience in community development and/or mobilization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Grant-writing
and fund-raising experience a plus
- Background
and/or work experience in the areas of agriculture, forestry, or
conservation
- Current
Driver’s license (qualified for operating a motorcycle a plus).
Key Responsibilities and Duties: Manage and coordinate the community
development and educational initiatives of the organization in a way that
reinforces a God-centered vision of caring for creation.
Training / Mobilization / Community Development
Training / Mobilization / Community Development
- Plan,
organize and conduct training seminars in cooperation with the Executive
Director.
- Mobilize
and encourage groups / communities / CCK partners to take action on
environmental matters.
- Provide
biblically-based and scientifically sound teaching to various audiences.
- Develop
and conduct follow-up and monitoring activities with farmers, schools,
churches, community groups, partners
- Establish
healthy and ongoing relationships with the same
Management / Administration / Communication
- Keep
track of records, maintain project databases and produce reports
- Assist
with grant-writing
- Provide
management and oversight for staff members working in CCK’s indigenous
tree nursery and farming demonstration
- Facilitate
the proper functioning and management of the entire demonstration site
- Facilitate
the efficiency of verbal and email communication between staff members and
with schools, farmers, communities, churches or other CCK partners.
- Clearly
articulate the vision and ministry of CCK to visitors and partners
- Manage
and oversee outreach activities related to forestry and Farming God’s Way
(***Please Note*** For your application to be considered you will need to submit all the items listed below)
1) Submit a letter of intent to apply for this position that summarizes both your educational and work history. Include a written explanation of why you want to work for Care of Creation Kenya and why you feel you are a good candidate for this position. Also briefly describe your driving experience and what experience you may have in driving a motorcycle.
2) Submit a written description of your personal testimony and experience as a Christian.
3) Review the items listed under the “Essential Qualifications” section on page 1. Submit a brief statement for each item explaining your skills, experience, and/or qualifications in those areas.
4) Submit your CV and provide FOUR references, including TWO references from your most recent employers, and TWO character references. Include their phone numbers and email addresses.
Note: The organization prefers that you submit your application materials electronically to the director at this address: Craig@careofcreation.org.
Application deadline: March 26th, 2012