The
Alliance (LCA) is a local civil society organization delivering programs in
healthcare, education, and economic development in rural Migori County.
The
mission of the organization is to build the capacity of the people of the area
to advance their own comprehensive well-being.
Most
notably, the organisation’s Community Hospital has tripled in size and now
serves more than 2,500 patients a month; the Kenyan team has grown from 7 to
140; and the education program is reaching out to 13 schools in the
region.
The
organization has received recognition through the Clinton Global Initiative,
Apple, Citizen TV, ABC World News, CNN, and the film Sons of Lwala, which
documents the program founding.
LCA
is currently engaged in a partnership with Worldreader to implement an e-reader
program in 3 area primary schools of North Kamagambo Location Migori
County.
LCA
anticipates that the eReader program will help improve literacy skills among
upper primary school pupils and improve learning outcomes in the area.
The
program is set to be rolled out in January 2016 with preparations beginning in
September 2105.
The organization is seeking to employ qualified, experienced, and motivated Program Assistant to implement the eReader program in 3 area primary schools and the Youth Friendly Corner under education program.
The organization is seeking to employ qualified, experienced, and motivated Program Assistant to implement the eReader program in 3 area primary schools and the Youth Friendly Corner under education program.
The
Position is available for an initial 1 year contract renewable subject to
satisfactory performance by the job holder and availability of funds.
Position: Program Assistant - Education Program
Position: Program Assistant - Education Program
Job
Ref.: LCA
247140
Sector: Community & Social Development
Location: Migori County
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Lead
the preparation process, including school selection, policy development,
work plan development, construction of storage facilities, and other
logistics for the eReaders.
- Train
and continuously assist teachers in implementing the eReader program in
the classroom
- Manage
the day-to-day activities of the eReader program in 3 primary schools
- Manage
the eReader library at the youth-friendly corner
- Support
the pupils participating in the eReader program
- Track,
measure and report progress of the eReader program and the activities and
outcomes in each classroom and in the library
- Troubleshoot
technology and management issues within the schools and youth friendly
corner.
- Perform
any other tasks assigned by the education program coordinator.
Skills and Abilities
- A
diploma in Education, ICT or related subject areas
- MUST
have strong skills in applying ICT (information, communications and
technology) in Education.
- Ability
to plan, implement and manage a new program
- Good
record-keeping and information management skills
- A
participatory and innovative teacher who enjoys working with children and
primary school teachers
- Good
communication skills, report writing and presentation skills
- Ability
to work in teams and go beyond the call of duty.
Experience
- Experience
implementing a project in a rural setting
- Experience
working with primary schools, including pupils, teachers and head teachers
in a rural setting is a MUST.
- Experience
working with children
- Experience
implementing ICT in a rural setting
Other Desirable Qualities
- Accountability
- Trustworthy
and belief in LCA values
- Candidate
MUST enjoy reading for learning
- Organized
and self-directing.
- Ability
to work with minimal supervision
Additional Information
- Since
the position involves working with children, adherence to child protection
policies are a must.
- The
organization may conduct a background check on the selected candidates for
adherence to child protection practices.
How to Apply
If
you have the required experience & skills to succeed and seek a challenging
opportunity, please send your application letter including an up to date CV
with 3 referees outlining how your skills best meet the position to
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