Makueni County Early Childhood Development Education Teacher 900 Jobs in Kenya

Government of Makueni County

Makueni County Public Service Board

Makueni County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the positions of ECDE teachers as per the Constitution of Kenya 2010 under Article 176, 186 (1) and Schedule 4 Part 2 Section 9.
Early Childhood Development Education TeacherRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen.Must be a holder of at least a Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) certificate in ECDEA KNEC Diploma in ECDE will be an added advantageDemonstrated experience in running an ECDE centre1. All applicants are expected to write a letter stating:
a. The ECDE centre they have been working (if applicable)
b. The length of experience in running a ECDE Centre
2. All applicants are expected to attach ONLY the following
b. A copy of national identification card
c. Any other relevant academic certificates
All applications should be hand delivered or posted and should be received by the Secretary, County Public Service Board on or before 23rd December 2013 and clearly referenced “ECDE Teacher Application” on the envelope.
Note: The Government of Makueni County is an equal opportunity employer. Men are especially encouraged to apply.Government of Makueni County
P.O. Box 78-90300, 

Commission for University Education Senior Assistant Commission Secretary (Admin & HR Management) and Assistant Commission Secretary (Supply Chain Management) Jobs in Kenya

The Commission for University Education (CUE) is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament (The Universities Act, No.42 of 2012) to promote and oversee the development of quality and relevant university education through accreditation, regular inspections, monitoring and evaluations; collection, dissemination and maintenance of data and promotion of quality research and innovations.
1. Senior Assistant Commission Secretary
Administration and Human Resource Management1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary (Administration and Finance) the officer at this level will coordinate the Administration and Human Resource Management activities in the Commission.
 Duties and responsibilities will include:Facilitate formulation, implement and review of human resource management and administration policies, procedures and strategies;Manage staff development and performance management systems;Provide leadership and coordinate strategic planning in the department;Implement administrative guidelines on labour laws, constitutional requirements and any other statutes issued by government from time to time;Provide prudent management of physical resources of the commission;Coordinate the provision of security services at the commissions.Masters degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management/Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education or any other related field from a university recognized by the Commission;Have served in the grade of assistant commission secretary or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period three (3) years;Have a thorough knowledge of labour laws and public service policies;Proficiency in computer applications;Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence and achievement of performance targets and results as reflected in the performance appraisal;Demonstrated adherence to ethical practices and cooperate values;Thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to align them to the commission’s mandate.2. Assistant Commission Secretary 1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary (Administration and Finance) the officer at this level will coordinate the Supply Chain Management activities in the Commission. Duties and responsibilities will include:Implement, monitor and review supply chain management provisions, guidelines and procedures;Provide leadership and coordinate strategic planning in the department;Coordinate the development of supply chain management strategic plan;Develop integration of ICT into the supply chain management operations;Devise and coordinate implementation of effective risk management strategies in the unit;Align and consolidate annual procurement plans with approved annual budgets.For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-Masters degree in Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics, Commerce, Marketing or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;A Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;Proficiency certificates in computer applications from a recognized institution;Served in the grade of Chief Supply Chain Management Officer or in a comparable position in the public or private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;Active membership in a relevant professional body (KISM) or (CIPS).The Commission for University Education offers competitive salary and benefits.
If you meet the above criteria and you are interested in working with the Commission to promote quality university education, send your application with detailed curriculum vitae, references and day time telephone on or before 5th August 2013 to:
Commission Secretary/Chief Executive
Commission for University Education
Redhill Road, off Limuru Road, Gigiri
P.O. Box 54999-00200
Nairobi, Kenya,
The Commission for University Education is an equal opportunities employer. Qualified women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Africa Nazarene University Department of Education Senior Lecturer and Lecturers Jobs in Kenya

Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination grounded in the Wesleyan holiness tradition.
Applications are invited for the following positions in the Department of Education:
Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in education, with at least five years’ experience in University teaching, and must have supervised at least ten students at Master's level.
 Coordinate the Graduate program; both the PhD and M. Ed programmes in all our centers.Keep updated records of all the graduate students, in regard to their progression, particularly at the Thesis writing stage. Allocate Thesis supervisors’ for all the students.Supervise students at both Master’s and PhD level.Organize for defense for students who are ready to defend their Proposal or ThesisGeneral academic advising for the graduate students.Work with Admissions office in recruitment and admission of new students.Work with the examination section in preparation of examinations and the preparation of the graduation list for the graduate students.2. Lecturer (2 posts for Kisii and Nairobi campus)
 Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Education, must be a Ph.D. candidate who has successfully defended the Ph.D. proposal, with at least four years’ experience teaching at the University. Applicants with administrative experience will have added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:

Academic Advising of the students at the center, tracking their progression to graduation.Plan for unit offerings each session.Teach and coordinate the teaching at the Center.Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-
The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 16th July, 2013. 

Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue. Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope. Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Transparency International Service Delivery (Water and Education) Programme Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Programme Officer – Service Delivery (Water and Education)
Transparency International–Kenya (TI-Kenya) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1999 in Kenya with the aim of developing a transparent and corruption free society through good governance and social justice initiatives. TI-Kenya is one of the autonomous chapters of the global Transparency International movement that are all bound by a common vision of a corruption-free world. TI-Kenya is currently implementing programmes with the objectives of: strengthening governance in targeted institutions; developing effective policy and legislative environment; and, strengthening the capacity of the public to recognize and fight corruption. TI-Kenya’s 2012-2017 strategic plan identified water and education sectors for its interventions. It is in this regard that TI-Kenya wishes to recruit a Programme Officer for its service delivery sub-programme (water and education).
Overall Purpose of the Job: To develop and implement interventions geared towards promoting transparency, accountability, integrity and, generally good governance, in the water and education sectors by strengthening governance in targeted water and education public institutions; developing effective policy and legislative environment in the water and education sectors; and, strengthening the
capacity of the public to recognize and fight corruption in the water and education sectors.
The Programme Officer will work under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator - Citizen Demand and will be responsible for providing support for the delivery of the targets of the water and education sub-programme within the Citizen Demand Programme. In these duties, the Programme Officer will be responsible for ensuring that activities are executed in the stipulated timeframes and standards.
 Provide advice and technical support to governance institutions in the water and education sector in
Kenya, donors and partner NGOs on strategy, policy, implementation and monitoring of citizen demand programmes.a) Ensuring that contracts, grants, project/programme design and implementation are in line with TI Kenya policies and procedures. Supporting the orderly operation of the programme, in line with
established procedures and within established budgets including:Coordinate, manage and promote TI-Kenya water and education sub-programmes/projects in collaboration with other TI Kenya staff.Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the water and education sub-programme including conceptualization of projects/activities, staffing and resource mobilisation.Ensure that technical programme documents relating to water and education are fully reviewed, discussed and appropriately disseminated. This task includes support to research, data collection and report writing.Design and implement outreach initiatives on good governance and corruption prevention targeting all relevant stakeholders.Work with the communication team to produce Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials on governance in the water and education sub-programme and overall publicity of TI Kenya’s work.In liaison with the Research Officer, facilitate research on governance in the water and education sectors in Kenya.Ensure that activities are implemented and reporting done in a timely and cost effective mannerAssist in developing the programme’s strategic plan and budget as well as outlining key activities to be undertaken.Assist in the development and implementation of strategies that would promote systemic, legal, administrative and institutional change to strengthen the fight against corruption and effective public service delivery in the water and education sectors.Providing technical support to project partners in the development of sound water and education programmes, and their design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation;Providing technical support to partners in the development of national policies/legislationb)  Managing projects and partners’ and service contracts, including, inter alia:Support the identification and recruitment of qualified service providers and staff.Ensure efficient and proper filing systems and coordinate other information management systems relating to water and education sub-programme;Monitoring of expenditures, ensuring that partner inputs are properly accounted for and arrangements for payment of recurrent and other expenditures are timely;3. Strategic Development - Develop/design and implement a water and education intervention strategy for TI-Kenya that promotes the overall goals of the organization, i.e institutions that are efficient and deliver quality services and a society that upholds and promotes integrity.Define priorities and objectives of the water and education sub-programme;Ensure synergies between the water and education sub-programme and other TI Kenya programmes.Provide support to the Programme Coordinator in the development and review of the Citizen Demand programme and TI Kenya overall strategic plan implementation.Analyze existing laws and those being proposed, policies, academic papers, case law and comparative studies in other jurisdictions that relate to water and education in Kenya and continuously design and implement advocacy measures that would lead to reduction of risks of corruption and misappropriation of resources in the sectors ; promote responsive, effective and coordinated county service delivery; strengthen structures of oversight and accountability mechanisms in the water and education sector at national and county governments; and, establish effective mechanisms of public participation in water and education governance processes, especially the marginalised and minority groups;Gathering and analyzing information on regional and international best practices, adapting the same and sharing knowledge to support the growth of devolved governance and extractive industries;4.  Coordination/External RelationshipsMaintain constructive working relations with the government, civil society, multilateral agencies and other partners and stakeholders to share experiences, promote and mainstream transparencyMaintain collaborative programmes and relationships with partner organizations to promote transparency and accountability in the water and education sector;Supporting capacity-building of partner institutions in the water and education sector;Provide technical support to project partners in the development of sound policies for transparent and accountability initiatives in the water and education sectors;5.  Good Practice and Institution LearningProviding technical support for the development of structured opportunities to facilitate internal and partner learning for decision-making and influencing practiceProvide technical support for the development of structured opportunities of institutional learning including project reviews, monitoring and evaluation, highlighting success stories and lessons learnt and development of best practices.6.  Resource Mobilisation/Budget managementDevelop appropriate fundraising strategies as well as sustainable alternative revenue sourcesIdentify and secure funding for the water and education sub-programme in accordance with budgetary projectionsTracking programme expenditure against budgets7.  Reporting - Preparing and/or contributing to development of quality and timely activity and periodic narrative and financial reporting to different partners and stakeholders.
8.  Performing such other job-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Coordinator or management.
 Hold a graduate degree in a relevant social science discipline.At least five (3) years of proven experience with: the coordination of citizen related programmes; in particular in terms of capacity building and the development of community based initiatives;Participatory, community-based approaches; community dissemination strategies;Proposal writing and financial reportingExperience in research and knowledge of research methodologyInformation analysis and report writing.Familiarity with concepts of sustainable development, social and economic rights, good governance and policy makinga solid understanding of the environment in which TI-Kenya operates; commitment to and understanding of TI-Kenya’s mission, vision and objectivesextensive knowledge of Kenya’s governance institutions and their decision-making proceduresfamiliarity with processes of institutional capacity strengtheningwilling to undertake regular field and other external visits and interact with different stakeholdersexcellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.highly organised and detail oriented; able to prioritise and produce work of consistently high standard;Leadership qualities and team management skills.Strong networking skillsInterested and qualified candidates are requested to submit one document as an attachment (combining the application letter and CV with at least three professional referees) by email on/before close of business on 12th July 2013 to: hr@tikenya.org
Please include the job title: Programme Officer, Service Delivery as the subject of your email applications. Do not attach your testimonials or certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

INTERSOS Education Sector Coordinator Job in Nairobi / Mogadishu with Frequent Missions in Somalia

INTERSOS is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable and unprotected people.INTERSOS has been continuously working in South Central Somalia (SCZ) since 1992 and has been present in Puntland since 2011. There are currently four INTERSOS operational field offices in
Mogadishu, Baidoa, Jowhar and North Gaalkacyo. INTERSOS office in Mogadishu as well as a guesthouse for international staff has been recently reopened. At present INTERSOS is implementing projects in the protection, health, WASH and education sectors. In the protection field, INTERSOS is supporting children and women survived from GBV in Baidoa,
Afgooye, Mogadishu, and Johwar. In Mogadishu and Baidoa, INTERSOS is carrying out awareness and risk mitigation campaigns. A cross-country family tracing project has been recently activated.
In the health sector, INTERSOS is supporting the Jowhar Regional Hospital.
In the WASH sector, since 2006 INTERSOS has been supporting schools, IDPs, host communities and urban vulnerable households in crisis in Baidoa and agro-pastorals in rural areas of Bay Region.
In education, INTERSOS support activities organized in the Vocational Training Centre in Jowhar, a
secondary level education school established by INTERSOS to give real employment possibilities to young Somalis who want to avoid being enlisted into militias in the future. Following the positive impact such a project had, in 2011 INTERSOS has opened a second Vocational Training Centre in Baidoa. In Baidoa and surrounding villages INTERSOS is currently rehabilitating different primary schools providing training and material support to teachers in collaboration with the Directorate of Education Culture and Higher Education.
INTERSOS is the focal point for the education cluster in Bay Region
INTERSOS, in the framework of its activities in Somalia, is currently selecting candidates for the following position.

Position: Education Sector Coordinator
Job site: Nairobi/Mogadishu with frequent missions in Somalia
 Starts from: 8th of July 2013 (6 months with possibility to extend)

Key responsibilities:

The education sector coordinator assists the HoM in his daily tasks with particular attention to the sector of Education. In particular he/she will monitor the correct application of internal and donor procedures, participation in meetings at National level, supporting the HoM in the negotiations with donors, constant visits to the field bases, management and coordination of expat personnel, ensuring coordination among the different field offices, direct communication with Region/HQ in respect of the above.
With respect to the above mentioned sectors of intervention, the following responsibilities are delegated to the Education coordinator:The Education Coordinator is supporting the HoM and the Project Managers in the process of writing and submitting proposals and monitoring and evaluating the implementation of activities. He/she will improve and strengthen - from one side - the capability of Intersos to implement programmes and activities and - on the other side - the capacity and competence of both individuals and working groups within the mission. The Education Coordinator should also guarantee the strict observance of INTERSOS internal procedures as well as to main donors’ rules and regulation. With regard to this, he/she will be in charge of ensuring the respect of projects reports deadlines and commitments foreseen by MoU and Agreement stipulated with International donors and agencies.
PR and Official Representation
The Education Coordinator can represent the Organization in the Country in agreement with the HoM in the following working meetings such as: Education working group, Cluster meetings and other un-formal meetings with donors and stakeholders.

Main tasks:Supervise, train and coordinate national and international Intersos education team (Education PMs, education officers, , etc) to ensure the correct implementation of the Education country Programme.Work to integrate Education into other program sectors; work with HoM and with INTERSOS Health and Protection Coordinators to ensure that all programs are contextually appropriate and consider and apply education principles to their activities.To assume responsibility for the management and economic and financial administration of the INTERSOS Education programme and for its entire implementation process, and to ensure the achievement of its objectives and resultsParticipate regularly at the National Education clusters meetings in Mogadishu/Nairobi and at the Regional Education cluster meetings.Participate at the National Education/EiE sub-cluster meetings at Regional level whenever the respective PM and officers are operating in remote areas.Represent the Education program with national authorities, non-state actors, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, etc.Oversee the timely implementation of grants, submission of reports and management of budgets, including budget forecasting, development of spending and work plans and indicator tracking sheets.Participate in the development of budgets for education program proposals in conjunction with the finance department at Nairobi levelPost-graduate degree in education sciences, international relations, social sciences, or other related field.At least three year experience working in the Education Sector in Humanitarian ContextDemonstrated experience in staff supervision, capacity building, project design and budget management.Experience in working with and coordinating with the UN, EU, internationals donors, INGOs etc.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with excellent analysis and writing skills.Working experience in Somalia is a plus.Fluent English spoken and written.Application should be submitted to: humanresources@intersos.org and somalia@intersos.org specifying in the subject “Education Coordinator Somalia”

Islamic Relief Special Need Education (SNE) Teacher Job in Dadaab Kenya

Islamic Relief is an international NGO, established in 1984 in the UK, seeking to promote sustainable Economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and developmental activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of Race, Religion, Color and Gender. Islamic Relief is currently running Programmes in several sectors that include Education, Health & Nutrition, Water & Sanitation, Livelihoods Support and Child Welfare. IRK also implements seasonal Food Security Programmes including the Ramadan Food Distribution and Qurbani.
 Position: Special Need Education (SNE) Teacher
Overall responsibility to implement and evaluate curriculum in least restrictive environment to children with SNE and impart knowledge, skills, develop personality and character that will provide a lasting and inspiring impact on their lives.
 1. Curriculum implementation and evaluationTo prepare all professional records for curriculum implementationDevelop teaching/learning resources for effective and motivating lessonsKeep all records and use them to improve performanceConduct continuous assessment tests and terminal exams mark and record results.Train children in co-curricular activities so as to compete othersParticipate in curriculum review2. Training teachers on modern trends in special needs educationTrain teachers in new teaching pedagogy that is responsive to SNE childAssist the teachers develop basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the teaching profession.Train teachers on production of low cost teaching materialsFacilitate training of teachers in maintenance of equipmentParticipate in workshops and seminars for teachers particularly Saturday TOT.Develop in the teacher the ability to communicate effectively.3. Management of compensatory equipment for children with SNEAssess children and prescribe the right equipment for use.Train children on the proper use any equipment given to boost residual ability.Sensitize other children and school community on special equipmentTo ensure that given equipment are put to proper useEnsure maintenance and repair of equipment are done regularly4. Facilitate Community participation in promoting special needs educationGuide parents to form parents groups for children with SNETrain parents of children on basic concepts for upbringing of their childrenParticipate in society meetings for children with SNEInvolve the refugee community through the school PTA in special needs issuesAssist the community to give children with SNE equal opportunity in learning through mobilizationEncourage the school committee to make the school compounds environmentally friendly and barrier free.5. Managing Classroom resourcesResponsible for proper management of classroom resources issued for promoting teaching/learning environment i.e. textbooks, teaching aids and desks and others materials.Accountable for keeping proper and accurate lists of books issued to students and ensure school authority kept aware of any discrepancies.Ensure proper utilization compensatory equipment during classroom instructionEnsure proper storage and safety of equipment after use by children6. Promote partnership with local educational InstitutionsConduct community mobilization and sensitization on significance of Special needs education.Regularly monitor the attendance, scholastic performance and learning needs of the children with special needs in the camp in close liaison with other special institutions.Initiate close relationship with teachers of local Kenyan Special Institutions so as to share approaches for effective teaching in refugee-local schoolsDevelop refugee inter-camp competition in co- curricular activities as sports, games, drama and music festivals. Also train children so as to participate in games and sports for students with special needs nationally and beyond.7. Development of Human Potential in StudentsPrepare high achieving pupils’ for post primary educationDevelop the pupils’ potential abilities to their maximum through a variety of experiences.Develop in pupils’ an awareness and appreciation of innovation in the field of education and an ability to utilize them.Develop in the pupils’ an awareness of the principles which underline good human relationship and use of these in their dealings with the community.Prepare the pupils’ to face life with self-confidence and independence.Promote clear logical thought and critical judgment.Offer career guidance to pupils’.Conduct counseling for pupils’ in need of counseling. Liaise with parents of individual learners for effective delivery of counseling services.Work in a team spirit with other teachers to promote understanding of school mission and goals successfully.Establish closer relationship with other Islamic Relief sector colleagues to strengthen the existing positive image of the refugee education sector.Take advantage of the available opportunities in Islamic Relief to foster self-development.Has full authority on matters pertaining to effective curriculum implementation in assigned classroom tasks and is the point person for children with special needs in education.Has the mandate on what action should be taken against deviant learnersAdvisor of the head teachers, inspector of special needs and adult education and education supervisor on all matters related to curriculum, teaching and co-curricula activities.Has to give professional guidance on matters touching on special needs education.Work closely with other sectors and in collaboration with UNHCR, partner agencies on education issues for children with special needs.
 The position is in IFO refugee camp in the North Eastern Province of Kenya.The climate is harsh (semi-arid) and area prone to banditry menace.Teaching will essentially be carried out in refugee schools.Education: Degree or Diploma in Special Needs EducationExperience: Primary and secondary school teacher of children with SNECertificate: Has attended short courses on special needs educationCompetencies: Assessment teacher of children with special needs and teacher trainerTeaching License : Must have registration certificate from TSCSend in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012hr@gmail.com to reach us not later than Friday 14th June, 2013 clearly mentioning the position you are applying for. CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.