Sightsavers Programme Coordinator (Education) Job in Homa Bay, Kenya

SightsaversVacancy: Programme Coordinator (Education)
2 year fixed term contract
Salary: Local Terms and conditions
Location: Homa Bay, Kenya
Sightsavers, an international development organization that promotes the prevention and cure of avoidable blindness and equality of opportunity for disabled people, seeks to recruit an experienced, self-driven, dynamic and results-oriented Programme Officer who is keen to develop a career in a dynamic organisation and challenging environment.
Our vision is of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes and where visually impaired people participate equally in society.
Each year, we improve the lives of millions of people in the poorest parts of the world. Sightsavers offers a great place to work within easy reach of London and Brighton.
Reporting to the Programme Manager – Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for the coordination of the Pamoja Education Project which aims to strengthen education provision for children with disabilities in Kenya, both in selected counties and nationally.
The role is diverse and will suit a project officer interested in varied and challenging work in a dynamic organisation.
The successful candidate will be required to:

Provide effective, innovative and strategic leadership for the Pamoja Project coordination at county level

Contribute collaboratively to the delivery of the Pamoja Project outcomes through administration, data collection, analysis and dissemination, implementation, and project monitoring & evaluation

Consult and liaise with stakeholders including MOE, TSC, School Management Boards/Committees and other external organizations as requiredThe ideal candidate will be a Kenyan national who possesses:

A Bachelors’ degree (or above) in education or in some related field – e.g. social development

Knowledge of current issues, best practices and the local education system, particularly relating to the education of children with disabilities.

Familiarity with national legislation and policies in the field of disability/human rights and education.

At least 5 years’ experience implementing programmes, including experience of the education sector.

Experience of designing/managing/supporting education programmes for children with disabilities.

Experience in policy and/or advocacy work in education, particularly inclusive education for children with disabilities.How to Apply
To apply for this post, please download our application form and return the completed application form and equal opportunities form as two separate documents to jobs@sightsavers.org.
Closing Date: August 27, 2015
We’re an equal opportunities employer, and we particularly encourage qualified people living with a disability to apply.
We will be contacting shortlisted candidates for interview, shortly after the closing dates. We very much regret that in view of the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond if you are unsuccessful. I am sure that you will understand the need to concentrate resources towards our work.
Please attach APPLICATION and EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES form only.
NO CV’s accepted