The International Peace Support
Training Centre (IPSTC) was established to enhance operational capacity for
peacekeeping through training, education and research for the benefit of
military, police, and civilian staff.
The centre wishes to engage a competent candidate on a short term contractual basis in the following position:
Post Title: Curriculum Designer
Type of Appointment: 1 year contract, Level 4
Duration: 1 year - Project Bound
Salary: Kshs
200,000 – Gross Monthly.
Job Purpose: This position is located in Peace and Security Research Department (PSRD), IPSTC. Reporting directly to Head of Curriculum Design PSRD, the successful candidate will conduct research, produce papers and design and develop training curriculum related to the tactical, operational and strategic levels of training and education at IPSTC.
Job Purpose: This position is located in Peace and Security Research Department (PSRD), IPSTC. Reporting directly to Head of Curriculum Design PSRD, the successful candidate will conduct research, produce papers and design and develop training curriculum related to the tactical, operational and strategic levels of training and education at IPSTC.
Principle Accountabilities:
- Establish a cross-functional team to
collaborate on the development of the learning course utilizing the
principles of adult learning and instructional design
- Manage the development of the learning
curricula and delivery mechanism. The delivery mechanism includes the
training systems and tools, teaching methodologies and support material.
- Supervise and assist in directing the work of
subject matter experts and resource trainers and ensure compliance with
curriculum standards and best practices.
- Coordinate the initial testing of the course
- Establish a methodology/framework for
measuring the effectiveness of the training, including methods for skills
assessment and any recommendations for longitudinal tracking.
- Contributing to conflict alert systems, policy
briefings and research relevant to emerging regional and global peace and
security issues, especially in the Eastern Africa region.
- Organizing and/or participating in relevant
conferences, meetings, symposiums, colloquiums and workshops.
Employment Standards
Ability To:
- Professionalism: Knowledge of adult learning
principles and communication styles. Knowledge of instructional design
methodologies. Knowledge of training measurement and assessment/evaluation
techniques. Has in-depth knowledge of Peace Support Operations. Is
conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments and shows persistence
when faced with difficulties or challenges.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input and is willing
to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda and accept
joint responsibility for team’s shortcomings.
- Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals
that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies and adjust
priorities accordingly and is efficient and effective in allocating time
to achieve assigned tasks. Has strong multitasking abilities and ability
to manage multiple deadlines. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies
when planning.
- Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with
people from all backgrounds, shows respect for and understanding of
diverse points of view and examines own biases and behaviours to avoid
stereotypical response. Treats men and women equally with dignity and
respect and does not discriminate against any individual or group.
Knowledge Of:
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and
communication styles.
- Knowledge of instructional design
methodologies.
- Knowledge of training measurement and
assessment/evaluation techniques.
- Has in-depth knowledge of Peace Support
Operations.
- Knowledge of integrating gender in design and
implementation of learning methodologies
- Is conscientious and efficient in meeting
commitments and shows persistence when faced with difficulties or
challenges.
Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s Degree in Peace, Conflict
and Security Studies or other related, International Studies/Relations gender
and development or other related social science discipline is required.
- Work Experience: At least 5 years of
experience in a development field, peace, conflict, gender and security
(preferably in the areas of conflict prevention, conflict management and
post conflict peace building) of which 3 or more years of experience in
curricula development in the following activities is required, on-line
course design and deployment, and design and implementation of blended
learning systems, in either public or private sector international
organizations.
- Experience working with a learning management
system highly desirable. Extensive hands-on experience and knowledge of
learning systems. Experience in managing the development and deployment of
training courses and systems desirable.
- Experience working in the field of gender
peace and security.
How to Apply:
Applications including cover letter,
CVs, copies of relevant certificates, current remuneration and expected
remuneration as well as current notice period should be addressed to the:
Director
International Peace Support Training Centre
Westwood Park, Karen
P O Box 24232 - 00502
Nairobi, Kenya
Or emailed to: jobs@ipstc.org
Deadline for submitting applications is 15th February 2016.
Only short-listed candidates will be
contacted to undergo a selection board interview.
