Company Address: Address NAIROBI, KENYA: Headquarters in Gatwakera, Kibera, P.O. Box 8303-00200

  • Social Worker Coordinator 

Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Social Worker Coordinator Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Responsible for overall coordination and management of psycho-social activities of SHOFCO programs that improve the quality of life and well-being of individuals, groups, and communities through direct practice, policy development, organizing communities and outreach and crisis intervention.
    Job Responsibilities

    Provide strategic management for social work in ECD, Education and Health. Manage program development and strategic growth of social work department to ensure targets and goals are met.
    Evaluate, interpret and apply all policies and procedures relating to the social work services for staff, management and clients.
    Develop a marketing strategy for program visibility.
    Monitor expenditure for services provided and make appropriate recommendation for action as necessary.
    Network with relevant agencies for effective referrals and collaborations.
    Control and coordinate the work of social workers and ensure they are scheduled according to client requirements.
    Coordinate, supervise and mentor social workers in the various program areas.
    Ensure integration of social work with other SHOFCO programs for holistic approach.
    Recruit and develop capacity of staff to draw key performance indicators and link them with program goals and objectives.
    Work with program beneficiaries such as caregivers and other relevant institutions for community participation.
    Review social work documentation for completeness and accuracy.
    Offer high level psychosocial support to clients on deserving cases.
    Develop work-plans and monitor implementation to ensure meeting of targets.
    Review reports from social workers to monitor caseloads of staff, service provision and expenditures for social work.
    Manage reporting and impact measurement for all the areas of social work.
    Document best practices and share with relevant agencies and donors.
    Conduct supportive supervision, working closely with M&E.
    Develop monitoring tools and disseminate job aids to social workers to capture and monitor department activities for quality and efficiency.
    Develop schedules and enforce routine.
    Ensure quality of individualized developmental services are provided.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Community Development/ Sociology/psycho-social studies or reletae field
    Relevant certification
    Knowledge and expertise in psychology and social work matters
    Must have at least 3 years working experience in social work and psychology fields
    Counselling skills/training
    Computer literacy skills
    Facilitation/training skills
    Documentation and reporting

    Functional Skills:

    Adopting practical approaches
    Examining information
    Articulating information
    Managing tasks
    Establishing rapport
    Understanding people
    Upholding standards
    Team working

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  • Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Grade: 2.3 Section: Business Services Department: Marketing & Communications Location / Work station: Kibera Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 8.00 AM – 5.00PM and weekends as needed Reporting Relationships Reports to: Chief Marketing Officer Direct reports: N/A
    To be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Ghetto Mirror publication and providing necessary support for the staff and writers; with the overarching goal of supporting the realization of SHOFCO’s vision and strategic goals.
    Job Responsibilities

    Prepare an Editorial Policy tailored to The Ghetto Mirror.
    Edit drafts of articles to ensure accuracy of information; grammatical accuracy and logical flow.
    Ensure articles adhere to copyright standards or do not go against SHOFCO’s mission and policies.
    Proofread and double check final copy of publication before printing.
    Work hand in hand with the Marketing Officer and the Graphic Designer to support, mentor and assist the writers in journalism skills.
    Work with staff and writers in assigning topics, events and stories to individual writers or reporters for coverage and ensure strict deadlines are met.
    Implement plan to make The Ghetto Mirror become financially independent.
    Prepare material for and administer weekly mentorship meetings.
    Develop linkages with professional journalists that would be willing to train/mentor writers.
    Recruit new writers from other areas and work closely with different writers.
    Develop activities and programs to keep writers motivated and increase quality of writing.
    Maintain the social media platform and guide writers to collect materials to continuously keep social media updated.
    Look for writers’ capacity gaps and coordinate with management to bridge those gaps.
    Prepare work plan, action plan and budget for the publication.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Journalism or any other related field
    Qualification in Marketing, PR, Communication is desirable
    At least 3 years’ experience in editing newspapers or other publications
    Experience working with youth
    Extensive social media knowledge

    Functional Skills:

    Articulating information
    Checking things
    Adopting practical approaches
    Managing tasks
    Convincing people
    Thinking positively
    Embracing change
    Upholding standards

  • ECD Teacher

    ECD Teacher

    Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 7:30.00 AM – 4:30PM
    To be responsible for accurately and efficiently managing a class and childcare duties following all guidelines as per plan.
    Responsibilities

    Manage Organize, implement, coordinate, and control services of the childcare program.
    Set up and maintain an organized and clutter free environment safe for the children.
    Supervise children/infants at all times.
    Oversee the assigned day care attendants.
    Submit and implement a weekly themed lesson plan.
    Ensure proper child guidance.
    Conduct progress assessment and file reports for children
    Assist in feeding the children during meals.
    Coordinate parent partnership plan to ensure effective child care and protection.

    Job Qualifications

    Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education
    Professional Qualifications
    Child friendly with no previous record of child abuse

    Behavioural Competencies

    Articulating information
    Adopting practical approaches
    Managing tasks
    Taking action  Establishing rapport
    Valuing individuals
    Inviting feedback
    Understanding people

  • Operations Coordinator 

Maintenance Worker 

Nutritionist 

Nurse 

Lab Technician 

Clinical Officer 

Music Teacher 

SST/Kiswahili/CRE Teacher 

ICT Teacher 

Reliever Teacher 

Middle School Teachers 

Pharmaceutical Technologist 

Pharmacy Stores Assistant

    Operations Coordinator Maintenance Worker Nutritionist Nurse Lab Technician Clinical Officer Music Teacher SST/Kiswahili/CRE Teacher ICT Teacher Reliever Teacher Middle School Teachers Pharmaceutical Technologist Pharmacy Stores Assistant

    Grade: 2.3 Section: Business Services Department: Operations and Resources Location / Work station: Kibera/Mathare/Mukuru/Bangladesh Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 8.00 AM – 5.00PM
    Reports to: Operations Manager Direct reports: Food &Beverage Coordinator, Driver Job Purpose: To be responsible in assisting the Operations Manager in the coordinating logistics and day to day operations of the business.
    Job Responsibilities

    Oversee daily operations of the office.
    Schedule and coordinate vendors.
    Keep organized ledger of expenses.
    Remain on budget by always seeking the best prices for supplies and services.
    Foster good working relationships with vendors and service providers.
    Ensure all office equipment is functioning properly.
    Monitor supply stock and place orders as needed.
    Build and maintain strong customer relationship through regular meetings and communications.
    Contact maintenance and ensure needed repairs are complete.
    Keep a master calendar of schedules and vacations.
    Organize and update files as needed.
    Answer phones, emails, and conduct basic clerical work.
    Keep conference rooms clean, neat, and well stocked.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Business Management/Supply Chain/Procurement/Inventory Management
    At least 4 years’ of experience in operations
    Experience in the customer service field

    Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

    Excellent phone etiquette
    Solid computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office
    Basic bookkeeping skills
    Good typing skills
    Customer service orientated
    Excellent phone etiquette
    Ability to coordinate multiple schedules
    Highly organized with an aptitude for problem solving
    Neat, professional appearance
    Able to prioritize tasks and work independently
    Friendly and personable
    Assertive
    Honesty and integrity

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  • Sacco Manager

    Sacco Manager

    Reports to: Director of Resources and Operations
    Job Responsibilities

    Provide oversight to the SACCO operations and technical assistance to the SACCO Management Committee.
    Develop necessary policy documents and regulations that would ensure smooth operations of the SACCO according to the set guidelines.
    Ensure that all SACCO data and information is well documented and archived.
    Work in collaboration with the SHOFCO Metrics team to ensure that a proper information system is put in place to capture all SACCO data.
    Monitor the operations of the SACCO and ensure that all set targets are attained within the set timelines.
    Work together with finance department in preparation, analysis and presentation of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
    Ensure that all financial documents are up to date and that books of accounts are well kept.
    Provide guidance on the adoption and/or implementation of sound and up to date accounting systems.
    Ensure effective implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
    Management of the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of final accounts for audit.
    Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
    Provide oversight to the SACCO operations and technical assistance to the SACCO Management Committee.
    Develop necessary policy documents and regulations that would ensure smooth operations of the SACCO according to the set guidelines.
    Ensure that all SACCO data and information is well documented and archived.
    Work in collaboration with the SHOFCO Metrics team to ensure that a proper information system is put in place to capture all SACCO data.
    Monitor the operations of the SACCO and ensure that all set targets are attained within the set timelines.
    Work together with finance department in preparation, analysis and presentation of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
    Ensure that all financial documents are up to date and that books of accounts are well kept.
    Provide guidance on the adoption and/or implementation of sound and up to date accounting systems.
    Ensure effective implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
    Management of the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of final accounts for audit.
    Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
    Prepare and verify monthly statements for members and keeping records. Reconciling the bank account and performing other general accounting duties as required.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Co-operative Management, Business Management, Microfinance or any other relevant field
    6 years’ experience working in a SACCO
    Knowledge of SACCO accounting systems
    Understanding of accounting principles
    Working knowledge of statutory legislation and regulations
    Proficient in computer packages especially Microsoft Office Suite
    Thinking positively
    Team working
    Upholding standards
    Managing tasks

  • Community Health Worker

    Community Health Worker

    Job Description
    Location: Mathare, Nairobi
    Reports to: Health Services and Program Officer
    Hours: Mon- Fri, 7:30am to 3:30pm, 2 Saturdays a month
    Main Purpose of the Job
    The primary duty of the SHOFCO Community Health Workers is following up on selected patients in their homes to ensure treatment adherence and recovery and report to any complications to physicians.
    CHWs are also responsible for clinical outreach and active case finding, conduct relevant health talks/topics will be scheduled by the CHW Supervisor and performed by the CHWs in the clinic and throughout the community.
    Key Performance Indicators

    No of patients referred
    No of families visited at home
    No of defaulters traced
    No of clients with special needs linked to the facility
    No of h/educations conducted

    Outputs

    Accurate community diagnosis and referral
    Accurate identification of health need and referral
    Timely linkage of clients
    Awareness creation and education

    Impact

    Community acceptance of services offered at the facility
    Awareness of good health practices at the community
    Good health seeking practices at the community

    Beneficiary assessment

    Community surveys

    Reporting responsibilities

    Timely departmental reports
    Following the right channel of reporting issues
    Proper and timely reporting of incidences

    Job Responsibilities

    Advice the community members on health matters and accessible health services available at the facility.
    Conduct community mobilization and create awareness on services available at the facility.
    Identify clients with health needs and refer to the facility, accompanying them where necessary
    Conduct community screening services for people in need of treatment, special services like nutrition, ANC, family planning, gender violence issues, cervical cancer screening and immunization and refer appropriately.
    Provide health preventive and promotive messages to the community
    Identify the particular healthcare needs of a community and make referrals appropriately
    Sensitize the community on health risks , nutrition, immediate management of accidents and first aid
    Act as a link between the community and the health facility
    Follow up of very terminally sick clients i.e. CCC, diabetics, hypertensives etc. and support appropriately.
    Conduct home visits to clients with special needs to assess progress and adherence
    Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms or related information
    Advice clients or community groups on issues related to sanitation or hygiene, such as flossing or hand washing
    Offer health talks to clients both in the facility and the community
    Advice clients or community groups on issues related to social or intellectual development such as education, childcare or problem solving.
    Trace clients who miss appointments and defaulters for those on nutrition, ANC, PMTCT, Postnatal and CCC follow up.
    Accompany very ill clients from the community to the facility and also referred clients where relatives are not available or are not reliable
    Perform any other duty assigned by the manager/team leader

    Qualifications

    Communication Skills
    Reporting skill
    Capacity building ability
    Previous experience working as a community health worker will be an added advantage

  • VCT Counsellor

    VCT Counsellor

    The main purpose of the role is to create awareness and educate the community about voluntary testing and Counselling.
    Duties for the VCT Counsellor Job
    Counsel and test clients in line with the current guidelines
    To keep accurate VCT records
    Provide ongoing counselling and make relevant referrals for ongoing support to PHC, TB, Support groups and Posttest clubs
    Maintain current government policies, HIV/AIDS related policies and guidelines and observe VCT protocols
    Support VCT work plan development and implementation
    Ensure safety of assigned equipment
    Maintain a clean and work friendly environment
    Maintain inventory necessary for VCT functioning at all times
    Prepare and submit timely monthly, quarterly, annually and any other VCT required reports
    Participate in outreaches and carry out door to door testing
    Any other duties as maybe assigned by the supervisor
    VCT Counsellor Job Requirements
    Certificate in Voluntary testing and counselling from a recognized institution
    Communication skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Record keeping
    Confidentiality

  • Grade 8 Teachers

    Grade 8 Teachers

    Grade 8 Teachers Job Responsibilities
    Teaches any of the above two subject combinations to students in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by KSG, and other appropriate learning activities.
    Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
    Uses a variety of instructional strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, discovery, etc
    Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
    Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
    Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
    Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
    Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
    Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
    Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.
    Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
    Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.
    Administers group standardized tests in accordance with school and national testing program.
    Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
    Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
    Requirements for the Grade 8 Teachers Job
    The candidate should have;
    Must have P1 training certificate from a recognized institution
    Experience in preparing grade 8 for KCPE exams and must have posted impressive results in the two subject combinations
    Computer Literate
    Patient and understanding
    Good communication skills
    MUST be registered with TSC

  • Nutritionist

    Nutritionist

    Reports to: Clinical Medical CoordinatorHours: Monday- Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, 2 Saturdays a month
    Responsibilities for the Nutritionist Job
    Take a lead role in developing the clinic’s nutrition program at both technical and administrative levels.
    Provide nutrition assessment for special needs clients and those identified at high nutritional risk and develop and implement dietary-care plans and nutritional counselling.
    Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, including food selection and preparation.
    Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
    Develop nutrition outreach tools, such as pamphlets or other materials
    Provide nutritional outreach in the community via classes, health talks and collaboration with other SHOFCO programs
    Complete monthly reports as required by the GoK and SHOFCO
    Keep up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to your job.
    Qualifications Job for the Nutritionist Job
    Diploma or Degree in Nutrition Studies
    At least 2 years’ experience in a busy health facility
    Make appropriate diagnosis
    Good clinical skills – history taking, physical examination, ordering appropriate laboratory investigations
    Treat patients with respect
    Confidentiality
    Good Interpersonal and time management skills
    Communication and decision making skills
    Good recording keeping and reporting skills
    Be able to perform minor surgical procedures.
    Computer literacy
    Ability to work and deliver results with minimum supervision
    Demonstrated ability to work as a team player.

  • ECD Social Worker ECD Teacher

    ECD Social Worker ECD Teacher

    Duties for the ECD Social Worker Job
    The Social worker along with key technical staff will be responsible for coordinating caregiver – early child psycho-social program activities. Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:
    Conduct regular home visits for the daycare and preschool children using the home visit tools to ensure the care-giving environment is conducive to help children grow into healthy and happy to harness full development potential
    Work closely with SHOFCO psychologist for cases that need counseling
    Organize and conduct parent/caregiver support group meetings to discuss essence of early child development issues and mobilize them into group savings and loan activities as economic strengthening at household level
    Use a variety of appropriate formal and informal tools and techniques to evaluate the progress and performance of students and families based on child development milestones
    Develop long-term and short-term intervention plans consistent with children’s developmental needs to help children attain full development potential
    Keep proper records of the children in the daycare and preschool programs including family background, health, social and key interventions and follow-up visits forms
    Assist ECD coordinator to carry-out individual child assessment to ensure each child is attaining proper development milestones
    Work closely with health, WASH, Education, gender and Economic empowerment programs for referral of children and the caregivers as per their needs
    Carry out any other duties as assigned by the supervisor, community programs officer and programs manager
    Personal attributes
    High level of motivation, organization, honesty, commitment and professional responsibility
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
    Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written)
    Accurate and detail oriented
    ECD Social Worker Job Requirements
    Must have good counseling skills.
    Key knowledge on Early Childhood Development
    Must have at least 2 years working experience (Past experience working in an informal settlement is desirable)
    Willingness to work beyond working hours
    Degree in Social Work/ Community Development or any other related field
    Certificate/diploma in Early Childhood Development is desirable
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