KEC Programme Officer Job

The Commission for Education and Religious Education is in the processes of recruiting a Programme Officer for Abstinence & Behaviour Change Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing the Abstinence & Behavior Change (ABY)program, including; planning, organization, implementation monitoring and evaluation of all program components.
• Co-ordinating the ABY program activities at the Arch/dioceses level.
• Collaborating with the members of staff in the Commission to ensure that all components of the ABY are implemented in compliance with KEC – Catholic Secretariat policies.
  
• Responsible for workshop planning, budget preparation, programme organization and programmatic site visits.
• Responsible for development and recording of ABY & Programs of Pastoral Instructions Radio programs
• Responsible for writing reports for the program.

Qualifications

• Primary Teacher Education certificate .A Bachelor of Education degree ( primary option) from a recognized university will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of the Kenya educational system and policies
• Experience in teaching CRE/PPI at primary level
• Well versed with the teachings & doctrines of the Catholic church
• Participation in capacity building trainings coordinated by the Catholic Church
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in a related area
• Skills in programme management and proposal writing
• Competence in computer
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent facilitation and training skills
• Willingness to work in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality of work.
• Ability to travel and spend time in the field

Performance Indicators

• Extent of carrying out duties and responsibility above

Personal Traits

• Is a committed Catholic, with good recommendation from own Parish Priest
• Is a person of attested integrity, with high degree of stewardship of resources
• Is innovative and assertive
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Team player

Application Requirements

This is a one year contractual job renewable depending on performance.

Please submit your CV, copies of certifications and other testimonials to the:

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Our recruitment procedures shall apply

Send in your application by: Sun, Feb 20, 2011