Job Overview:
SHOCK seeks a community-driven professional to deliver essential wraparound support to Kenya’s most vulnerable girls, ensuring they enroll, attend school, and thrive. The Scholarship Coordinator will oversee and manage SHOCK’s scholarship program, driving re-enrollment efforts in one of five target counties while serving as on-the-ground support for scholarship recipients. Acting as a vital link between SHOCK, schools, scholars, and families, the Coordinator will foster strong, authentic relationships to identify and comprehensively support recipients. This position will be integrated into SHOCK’s SUN (SHOCK Urban Network) approach, reinforcing grassroots-based scholar identification and support.
Oversee and execute critical duties and obligations encompassing the following key areas: driving strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance with organizational standards, fostering collaboration across departments, analyzing performance metrics to identify trends, and implementing process improvements. Additionally, the position requires managing stakeholder relationships, leading cross-functional teams, and maintaining alignment with company objectives. Responsibilities also include overseeing budget adherence, reporting on key results, and championing innovation to enhance operational efficiency. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Develop and maintain robust connections within the Scholar Support Ecosystem to foster collaboration and enhance support mechanisms.
Collaborate with SUN Committees to partner with public school leadership—including principals and Bursars—in facilitating seamless onboarding and ongoing assistance for scholarship recipients.
Collaborate closely with the SUN and Gender department to pinpoint students who satisfy the established eligibility requirements for assistance.
We will partner with the Scholarship Officer, SUN facilitators, and Gender team to provide mentorship and holiday programming, overseeing all logistical arrangements.
Collaborate with families to empower them in supporting scholars’ academic progress and emotional welfare, clarifying their essential role in mentoring the scholars.
Cultivate strategic alliances with community organizations and governmental bodies that serve at-risk girls, such as adolescent mothers, to establish and strengthen collaborative frameworks that facilitate scholar recruitment and ongoing support initiatives.
Lead the advancement of Case Management initiatives while championing Scholar Welfare and overall wellbeing initiatives, ensuring comprehensive support systems are in place to foster a thriving academic and personal environment for all participants.
Designed to champion scholar welfare and wellbeing, this role involves providing mentorship to scholarship recipients as required.
Parents and guardians of beneficiaries must be proactively engaged and kept informed on all relevant matters to ensure students remain enrolled in school. Any arising issues should be promptly identified and escalated to the Scholarship Officer for timely resolution.
Proactively identify and flag students who are at risk of leaving their education prematurely or those requiring psychosocial support.
Meet with incoming scholarship recipients and their families to facilitate their integration into the scholarship programs and outline relevant policies, ensuring they are fully prepared to commence their academic journey.
Collaborate closely with Sun committees to advance community ownership and accountability initiatives, ensuring alignment with established goals and fostering a shared sense of responsibility.
Escalate cases requiring further attention to the Gender team as necessary.
Data Management and Support professionals play a pivotal role in overseeing monitoring, evaluation, and learning initiatives, ensuring the seamless collection, processing, and analysis of high-quality data. They are responsible for maintaining robust data systems, implementing rigorous quality assurance protocols, and providing technical assistance to project teams. Additionally, these specialists facilitate data-driven decision-making by generating insightful reports, dashboards, and visualizations. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in data management tools, and experience with MEL frameworks are essential for success in this role.
Oversee the recruitment pipeline, gathering and organizing data from multiple sources in a streamlined fashion.
Perform comprehensive audits of data to ensure accuracy and currency, while updating and maintaining scholar records as needed.
To guarantee that scholars submit all required documentation promptly, thereby maintaining uninterrupted support.
Gather and compile all required data by conducting comprehensive visits to both residential and educational settings.
Schedule in-home appointments with participating students to facilitate personalized academic support and engagement.
Responsible for ensuring the Scholarship Database remains current and accurate at all times.
Facilitate the advancement of innovation by identifying emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement and competitive advantage within the organization.
Enhance departmental workflows and evaluate processes to refine intervention delivery strategies, ensuring continuous improvement in operational effectiveness.
As opportunities for enhancement are identified, offer timely recommendations to bolster program impact and operational efficiency.
Proficient in [specific software/tools], with a strong understanding of [relevant methodologies/industries]. Must demonstrate expertise in [key technical skills], along with exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail. Prior experience in [specific field/role] is essential, as is the capacity to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams. Excellent communication skills are required to convey complex information clearly, and a commitment to continuous learning and adaptability in evolving technological landscapes is highly valued.
Provide empathetic psycho-social support to individuals and groups, addressing emotional, psychological, and social challenges through evidence-based interventions. Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify client needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and facilitate access to appropriate resources. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care, monitor progress, and adjust strategies as necessary. Maintain accurate documentation of sessions, adhere to ethical standards, and prioritize client confidentiality. Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to continuous professional development are required. Experience in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, or related fields is highly desirable.
Proficient in organizing, processing, and overseeing data to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and usability is required. This role involves extracting insights from raw information, structuring datasets for analysis, and maintaining data integrity through systematic collection, storage, and retrieval processes.
Effective communication skills are essential for this role, enabling clear and professional interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. You will craft written correspondence, including emails and reports, with precision and attention to detail. Active listening and articulate verbal communication are crucial for fostering collaboration and resolving conflicts. Additionally, you may be required to present information confidently to diverse audiences, ensuring messages are conveyed accurately and persuasively. Strong interpersonal abilities will help you navigate complex relationships and align teams toward common objectives.
We are seeking a dynamic Partnership Development professional to identify, cultivate, and nurture strategic alliances that drive mutual growth and innovation. This role involves researching potential partners, assessing their alignment with organizational goals, and building strong, long-term relationships through effective negotiation and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a proven track record in partnership management, and the ability to develop creative solutions to meet shared objectives. Responsibilities include drafting partnership agreements, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless integration of partner initiatives. A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is required, along with 3–5 years of experience in partnership development or a comparable role.
We seek a networking professional to design, implement, and maintain robust network infrastructures that ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking devices across diverse environments. Proficiency in TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VPN, and network security protocols is essential, along with experience in troubleshooting connectivity issues and optimizing network efficiency. Additionally, the role requires strong analytical skills to assess network performance, diagnose problems, and implement solutions to minimize downtime. Excellent communication abilities are necessary to collaborate with cross-functional teams, document network configurations, and provide technical guidance to stakeholders. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred, along with relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent.
Seeking candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology. Must possess at least five years of professional experience in software development or a closely related discipline. Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or C++ is essential. Familiarity with agile methodologies, version control systems (e.g., Git), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is required. Strong problem-solving skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions are also necessary.
A minimum of two years of professional experience in educational initiatives or community-focused organizations dedicated to youth development is required.
Diploma-level qualifications serve as the minimum educational requirement, with preference given to candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree.
A counselling certification is required for this position, demonstrating expertise in therapeutic techniques and ethical practices. Candidates must possess a recognized qualification in counselling, ensuring they meet professional standards and are equipped to provide effective support.
Accomplished interpersonal abilities are essential to cultivate meaningful connections with students, faculty, local community leaders and members, as well as school and government officials.
Exhibits a strong commitment to maintaining professionalism in all responsibilities and interactions.
Results-oriented and highly motivated professional with a proactive approach, committed to achieving measurable outcomes. Demonstrates strong dedication to delivering high-quality results in a timely manner.
Detail-oriented and highly organized professionals are sought for this role, where precision and systematic approaches are paramount. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. This position demands a proactive mindset, exceptional time-management capabilities, and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work in a timely manner. Candidates should demonstrate reliability, adaptability, and a dedication to upholding rigorous standards in all responsibilities.
Thrives effectively in high-energy, rapidly evolving professional settings.
Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive application package, consisting of a detailed curriculum vitae and a cover letter, to recruitment@shofco.org. The subject line of the email should explicitly state the position applied for and the designated location (e.g., Scholarship Coordinator-Midori). Failure to include this specific information will result in the application being disregarded. All submissions must be received no later than June 19, 2026.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Diploma
Experience Required
2 years
