The Girl Child Network (GCN) is an
independent, non-political, non-religious, not for profit membership
organization of over 300 organizations that includes key government ministries,
departments and individuals working to improve the status of children ¡n Kenya
with emphasis on the girl child.
The Network was born ¡n 1995 as a follow up of the Beijing Platform for Action and implementation of Article 12, The Girl Child. It is from this that GCN draws its mandate which is to primarily mainstream children activities with a focus on the girl child, in the development sector through advocacy, information sharing, action implementation and strengthening of children programming in Kenya.
The Network was born ¡n 1995 as a follow up of the Beijing Platform for Action and implementation of Article 12, The Girl Child. It is from this that GCN draws its mandate which is to primarily mainstream children activities with a focus on the girl child, in the development sector through advocacy, information sharing, action implementation and strengthening of children programming in Kenya.
We invite suitably qualified and
experienced candidates to join our dynamic team in the below specified
position:
Project Officer – Turkana County
(1 Position)
The project officer shall be
responsible for implementation of the project; formation and strengthening of
school and community based initiatives to support girls’ access, enrolment,
retention, transition and participation in education to higher levels.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate should
possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and/or Social Sciences
(Arts).
Must be computer literate and have a
minimum of Five (5) years’ working experience in similar field.
S/he should have strong knowledge of
the different dynamics in communities, good mobilization and report writing
skills.
Driver –
Turkana & Nairobi County
(2
Positions)
Key duties and responsibilities will
include and not limited to driving of official motor vehicles, office support
services e.g. deliveries and activity implementation support
Qualifications
and Experience
Holds a valid driving license B,C,E,
Certificate in Mechanic Grade 11 (Two) or its equivalent, Computer literate
e.g. Ms Word, MS Excel, at least five (5) years driving experience, a team
player, adaptable and able to relate with people from diverse backgrounds,
holder of a KCSE certificate, good written and spoken English and Kiswahili;
any other certificate will be an added advantage.
HR & Administration Officer – Nairobi
(1
Position)
The office holder will be responsible
for managing the day to day operations and administration of GCN office.
S/he shall manage the administration
of the human resource policies, procedures and programs. The job holder shall
coordinate HR practices and objectives that will provide an engaging work
environment, high performance culture that emphasizes valuing people, growth,
fun and is results driven to deliver on impact.
The job holder will also have
additional tasks relating to the Executive Director’s office that includes but
not limited to; managing ED’S internal & external communication,
diary—appointments/meetings and logistical tasks.
Qualifications
and Experience
The successful candidate should
possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with specialization
in human resource management and administration. S/he must be a member of the
Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and Academy of Certified Human
Resource Professionals.
The preferred candidate shall possess
a minimum of three (3) years’ professional experience in a similar position.
S/he should have strong knowledge of labor/employment laws and skills in
counseling, psychosocial support, analytical, communication and interpersonal
skills.
How
to Apply
Interested candidates who possess the
required qualifications can send hard copy applications with detailed CV and
relevant credentials, with current and expected salary, a daytime telephone
contact and names of 3 referees to
Girl Child Network,
P.O. Box 2447 -00200,
Valley View Office Park Building – City Park Drive,
off Limuru Road, Nairobi
P.O. Box 2447 -00200,
Valley View Office Park Building – City Park Drive,
off Limuru Road, Nairobi
or email to:
recruitment@girlchildnetwork.org with a cc to: girlchildnetwork18@gmail.com
Applications for all the positions
close on 7th August 2018 at 4.00 p.m.
Candidates from the target regions
are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be
contacted.
