Vacant Position: Programmes and Training Coordinator
The Kenya Girl Guides
Association (KGGA) is a member organization of the World Association of Girl
Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).
KGGA is the largest and oldest
girls and women only organizations in Kenya.
The Association has been active
in Kenya since 1922, is multi-racial, non-religious, non-political and
non-profit-making organization that seeks to empower girls and young women to
realize their fullest potential as leaders and responsible citizens of the
world.
KGGA operates through value
basedprogrammes and has a national membership of girls and young women
representing every race, ethnicity, culture, class and religion in Kenya.
The Association is looking to
fill the position of Programmes and Training Coordinator who will be
reporting to the Programmes Development Manager of the Organization.
Job Objectives: Shape and lead on the delivery of the Association’s
vision and service on girl issues, the Girl Guiding Experience, the National
Guiding Programmes and in collaboration with volunteers and partners, deliver
high-quality programme experiences to a growing number and diversity of girls.
Coordinate delivery of the
Association’s training to the girl and volunteer members.
Work in partnership with the
County Committees to provide vision and leadership for the various counties.
Key Tasks:
1. Support the development of a
platform to empower girls and young women in Kenya to speak out and influence
issues they care about enabling them build a better world while at the same
being the voice of the girls and young women
2. Ensure high quality
implementation of the Girl Guide Leadership Programme through collaborating
with Volunteers to ensure that they understand the benefits of Guiding and the
delivery the Guiding programme.
3. Design innovative approaches
in the area of program delivery and identify the need for additional National
support.
4. Ensure each member has
access to the Guiding Programme, Adult leadership training and Programme
opportunities.
5. Coordinate recruitment and
training programmes
6. Coordinate the induction,
capacity building and training of volunteers
7. Coordinate the performance
of the Guiding units and volunteers
8. Coordinate development and
implementation of national, regional and international programmes, plans and
strategies
9. Provide support and guidance
to National Trainers in training new leaders.
10. Support the development and
adoption of guidelines and standards for implementation of KGGA programmes and
projects.
11. Coordinate stakeholders
implementing programmes spearheaded by KGGA
12. Responsible for National
events and Girl Guide program events
13. Identify intervention
programmes that address empowerment of girls and women
14. Promote the integration of
KGGA programmes and projects in relevant national and county programmes;
15. Support the establishment
and maintain partnerships with stakeholders and donors
16. Support in developing
funding proposals for implementation of KGGA programmes and projects
17. To ensure compliance with
internal controls, policies and management information systems in place;
18. To ensure that the
Association maintains high standards of corporate citizenship and social
responsibility.
19. Prepare and submit monthly
work plans and budget by 25th day of each month
20. Prepare and submit monthly
project activity reports by 5th of every month
21. Such other duties as may be
assigned from time to time
Qualifications and Experience:
Holds Bachelor’s degree in Project Management and /
or related field from a recognized university
Proven work experience in implementing donor funded
programmes and coordinating events, training activities
Ability to work with a team and independently
Initiative, dependability and organizational ability
Strong oral, written and comprehension skills in
English and Kiswahili Languages
Excellent software expertise in Microsoft Excel,
Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to interact with staff at all levels
Experience working with volunteers is desirable.
Ability to use technology to communicate, process
information and maintain records
Behavioral Aspects
Importance must be attached to projecting Kenya Girl
Guides Association as a professional Association of integrity, delivering
quality services.
Must agree with and uphold the Associations mission
statement and values
Self motivated and willing to work long hours when
necessary
In the performance of this job it is essential that
the Holder conducts herself or himself in a way that optimizes the cooperation
of staff in the achievement of Associations Objectives.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter
illustrating your suitability for the position together with a detailed CV to
vacancies@kgga.co.ke by 1st June 2023.
Indicate Programmes and
Training Coordinator in the Subject Line.
Late applications or hard
copies will not be considered.
Please note: At no point in the
entire recruitment process shall the candidate have to pay any money as a
condition of engagement.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
