Overall objective
Deliver impactful in-person (residential), virtual (online) and blended (hybrid) training to the young African leaders from 14 countries served by YALI RLC EA in any of the four tracks of study mentioned above. In-person training (residential) and residential part of the blended training are held at Kenya at YALI RLC EA premises located at Kenyatta University, main campus at Chandaria Innovation Center, 3rd Floor.
Scope of work
The training will focus on the four main tracks: Cross cutting (including Ethics and accountability in leadership, leadership communication, personal branding, opportunities and challenges in Africa, diversity, equity and inclusion, design thinking, habits for effective leaders) civic leadership, public management and business and entrepreneurship. These will run concurrently targeting youths between the ages of 18-35 from 14 countries covered by YALI RLC EA. The delivery of the training needs to ensure inclusion of PWD (including psychosocial), gender diverse participants and those coming from minority groups from each of the countries. The training will be through the three modes of training mentioned under the overall objective.
Methodology
The training is delivered using participatory and adult learning approaches which augments the Center’s instructional framework that focuses on: Collaborative Learning – Through group projects, discussions, public speaking, and events; Immersive Learning – through mentorships, individualized coaching, and hands-on application; Static Instruction – Facilitator-led sessions in a classroom setting and, Learning Management System (LMS)- a diverse and dynamic on-line learning environment designed to provide educational, informational and media resources that enable, empower and enhance the knowledge and skills of young leaders who will be the change-makers in the region.
Competencies, Experience and Skills Requirements:
A Degree in any of the following areas: Leadership, Strategy, Business Development, International Business, Business and Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Economics or Financial Management,
At least 5-years’ experience in conducting training for youths and youth-led organizations in any of the following areas: business strategy, business development, international business, business and entrepreneurship, marketing, Economics or Financial management.
Understanding of Human Centered Entrepreneurship.
Knowledge in different problem-solving approaches including design thinking.
Extensive experience in running businesses, managing businesses, or supporting startups and SMEs.
Ability to create and nurture conducive learning environment for a diverse group of learners.
Experience in handling young and dynamic people from diverse cultures and beliefs.
Excellent facilitation, presentation skills and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to utilize participatory facilitation approaches as well as adult education methods.
Ability to incorporate methodologies that address the needs of PWD and other minority groups.
Experience in carrying out interactive virtual and blended training using different digital platforms.
Extensive knowledge of the governance structure, challenges and opportunities existing in Africa
Demonstrated high level of professionalism, ability to work independently and in high pressure situations to meet tight deadlines.
Clear understanding of Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion
Previous experience in delivery of YALI RLC EA training will be an added advantage.
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The documents to be submitted by applicants for the position of trainer/facilitator include:The financial proposal in Kenya Shillings capturing the following:NB: Both technical and financial proposals should be in one document.The documents to be submitted by applicants for the position of accessibility support personnel include:Email your application package to: recruitment@yalieastafrica.orgThe subject of the email should be the title of the assignment.The application deadline will be Sunday, 10th March, 2024 at 5.00 pm EAT.
Apply via :
recruitment@yalieastafrica.org
