Job Title: Early Childhood Development (ECD) CoordinatorLocation: Kibera
Reports to: Community Programs Officer
Department: ECD
Supervises: ECD teachers, daycare attendants
Salary: Kshs, 30,000 - 35,000
Working Hours: Mon-Fri, 8.00am to 5.00pm
Main purpose of the job:
To manage the implementation of SHOFCO’s integrated Early Childhood Development (ECD) Program and effectively coordinate various ECD-related activities implemented at the JJJ Community Health Clinic, Kibera School for Girls, SHOFCO Pre-school and The Day Care Center.
Key Performance Indicators
Outputs
of children enrolled (daycare, preschool and Pre-K and K)
of home visits per month
of children who have undertaken health check
of parents linked to GSL
of children fully immunized
of showing normal developmental milestone attainmentImpact
Provide a strong foundation for holistic growth of the children and preparing them for schoolBeneficiary Assessment
Parents feedback meetingsReporting Responsibilities
Monthly Progress Summary
Participant list for every meeting
Assessment forms for the children home visitsKey Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the implementation of the ECD program components of the Kibera School for Girls, the Johann Justin-Jinich Community Health Clinic, SHOFCO
Pre-School and the Community Day Care Center
Organize parent/caregiver training through ECD learning and support groups that meet monthly
Oversee the selection process of new students for the KSG, Pre-school and Day care
Organize and conduct capacity building trainings to staff and caregivers on a quarterly basis focusing on early childhood development, child protection and health.
Develop play-based curriculum for Day Care Center and Pre-school
Conduct at least 2 learning workshops for parents in a year focusing on early childhood health and development.
Coordinate with Community Programs Officer and Economic Empowerment Coordinator in (1) spreading awareness for GS&L and SWEP services in tandem with early child care workshops to increase caregiver enrollment and(2) employing additional community outreach workers to increase local engagement and awareness of economic empowerment programs
Document and share project successes and lessons learned with the project stakeholders including donors.
Manage reporting and review of regular reports from key ECD staff from KSG, clinic, and day care center, including: compiling and disseminating for technical review; facilitating a process to identify issues, challenges and innovative responses highlighted in reports; and organizing and sharing compiled feedback for improvements in project quality and partner support.
Coordinate participatory planning and implementation of a final evaluation process to capture learning and results from the life of the projectCompetencies & Skills
Exposure in curriculum development and child health monitoring
Computer literacy skills
Good communication and interpersonal skillsEducation and Experience
At least a Diploma in Early Childhood Development
2-3 Years experience in a similar capacityIf you meet the above attributes and qualifications, please submit your CV and a cover letter stating your Salary expectation tojobs@shininghopeforcommunities.org not later than 11th February 2015.
