Job Summary:
The Project Coordinator will oversee a community-driven primary education initiative to empower children in informal settlement communities to overcome educational barriers. This individual will identify systemic and situational educational challenges, facilitate community-driven solutions, and promote sustainable, inclusive practices. The ideal candidate is passionate about education equity,skilled in community engagement, and adept at fostering collaboration to drive long-term change.
Responsibilities:
Program Strategy and Leadership:
Co-create and implement an innovative education program tailored to the unique
challenges faced by children in informal settlement communities.
Collaboratively define clear program goals, milestones, and evaluation criteria to
align with community-identified priorities.
Lead the development of scalable and sustainable initiatives, ensuring long-term
impact.
Community Engagement:
Build authentic and trusting relationships with families, community leaders, and other
stakeholders to foster collaboration.
Facilitate participatory forums and design-thinking workshops to identify education
barriers and co-develop practical solutions.
Empower communities to take ownership by equipping them with the tools and
confidence to lead initiatives.
Needs Assessment and Issue Identification:
Conduct participatory assessments to uncover barriers to education, including socioeconomic challenges, cultural norms, and resource gaps.
Collaborate with community members to analyze findings and prioritize actionable
areas for intervention and advocacy.
Capacity Building and Empowerment:
Partner with schools, parents, and local educators to design and implement a robust
tutoring support system that addresses students’ academic needs.
Deliver hands-on workshops and create accessible resources to empower community
members with the skills to address education challenges effectively.
Support local teachers, parents, and volunteers in building sustainable and culturally
relevant education solutions.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Develop community-driven mechanisms to track the program’s impact on student
outcomes, community participation, and sustainability.
Continuously gather feedback from stakeholders to iterate and improve program
design and implementation.
Advocacy and Networking:
Build strategic partnerships with NGOs, local authorities, and educational
organizations to amplify resources and impact.
Advocate for systemic changes to address structural barriers to education, leveraging
data and stories from the community to drive meaningful reform.
Qualifications:
Experience: At least 3–5 years of experience in leading schools in informal settlements.
Key Skills:
Strong understanding of participatory development and community empowerment.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
Proficiency in program management, including planning, budgeting, and reporting.
Ability to work in challenging environments with cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
Fluency in the local language(s) of the community is highly preferred.
Core Attributes:
Deep commitment to education equity and social justice.
Strong belief in community-driven solutions and sustainable development.
Empathy, patience, and resilience in addressing complex social challenges.
Ability to inspire trust and confidence among diverse stakeholders.
Qualified candidates should submit their CV, and expected salary to recruitment@cfkafrica.org by 13th January 2025 by 5:00pm.
Apply via :
recruitment@cfkafrica.org
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