We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team in this critical role. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in [specific industry/field], with a proven ability to drive results and exceed expectations. Responsibilities include [key responsibility 1], [key responsibility 2], and [key responsibility 3], with a focus on [specific outcome or goal]. The successful applicant must meet the following qualifications: [requirement 1], [requirement 2], and [requirement 3]. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and collaborative organization.
SHOCK seeks a community-focused, grassroots professional to deliver critical wraparound support, ensuring Kenya’s most vulnerable girls enroll in, attend, and thrive in school. The Scholarship Coordinator will oversee and manage SHOCK’s scholarship program, driving re-enrollment efforts across five target counties while serving as on-the-ground support for scholarship recipients. This role will act as a vital liaison between SHOCK, schools, scholars, and families, fostering strong, authentic relationships to identify and comprehensively support scholarship recipients. Embedded within SHOCK’s SHOCK Urban Network (SUN) community organizing framework, the position will maintain a deeply grassroots approach to scholar identification and support.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
The position entails overseeing critical operational tasks, including project management, stakeholder coordination, and performance monitoring to ensure organizational objectives are met. Additionally, the role requires conducting thorough data analysis to identify trends, assess risks, and develop strategic recommendations for continuous improvement. Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential to drive alignment and achieve collective goals. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintaining compliance with industry regulations and internal policies while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Develop and oversee robust connections with the Scholar Support Ecosystem, fostering collaborative partnerships to enhance mutual goals and support initiatives.
Collaborate with SUN Committees to facilitate seamless and efficient onboarding processes for public school leadership, including principals and Bursars, while ensuring ongoing support for scholarship recipients.
Collaborate with the SUN and Gender department to identify eligible students for support.
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 students’ academic growth and emotional welfare, clarifying their vital role in the mentorship process.
Cultivate meaningful collaborations with local organizations and governmental bodies that assist at-risk girls—such as adolescent mothers—to establish and strengthen strategic alliances aimed at scholar recruitment and sustained support.
Lead the strategic direction and operational oversight of Case Management initiatives, ensuring robust Scholar welfare and wellbeing frameworks are implemented and maintained. Drive the development and execution of comprehensive programs aimed at supporting Scholar needs, while fostering an environment of holistic care and development.
Improve scholar welfare and wellbeing while offering mentorship to scholarship recipients as needed.
Consistently maintain active communication with parents or guardians and beneficiaries to verify student enrollment and ensure they are promptly informed of any relevant developments, while promptly forwarding unresolved concerns to the Scholarship Officer for resolution.
Assess students who may be at risk of discontinuing their education or require psychosocial assistance and promptly highlight these cases for further intervention.
Meet with incoming scholarship recipients and their families to facilitate their orientation to scholarship programs and relevant policies, ensuring they are fully prepared to commence their academic studies.
Collaborate closely with SUN committees to foster community ownership and accountability in all initiatives.
Escalate required cases to gender as necessary for further review and resolution.
Data Management & Support encompasses the oversight and maintenance of information systems, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of data. This role involves monitoring and evaluating processes to enhance efficiency, while also facilitating continuous learning through feedback loops and performance assessments. Responsibilities include managing databases, generating analytical reports, and supporting stakeholders with data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions. Proficiency in data analysis tools, strong attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex datasets are essential requirements for this position.
Oversee the recruitment pipeline by gathering and consolidating data from diverse channels in a structured and efficient format.
Perform comprehensive data audits to ensure the accuracy and currency of scholar records, updating and maintaining the database as required.
Scholars must submit all required documentation promptly to maintain uninterrupted support.
Assist in gathering all required data by conducting visits to both residential and educational facilities.
Schedule in-home visits for program participants to assess their academic progress and address any barriers to learning in a personalized manner.
Maintain a current and accurate Scholarship Database to ensure all information remains reliable and readily accessible for stakeholders.
We foster and drive innovation by facilitating creative problem-solving and encouraging the exploration of novel ideas. This involves identifying opportunities for improvement, researching emerging trends, and proposing inventive solutions to enhance our processes, products, or services. Additionally, we collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and scale these innovations, ensuring they align with strategic business objectives and deliver measurable value.
Enhance the department’s operational frameworks and process assessments to refine intervention delivery methodologies.
Deliver timely insights aimed at enhancing programmatic effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, along with a minimum of five years of professional experience in a similar role. Proficiency in industry-standard software, tools, and methodologies is essential, as are strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Candidates must demonstrate a track record of leadership, adaptability, and collaboration in fast-paced environments. Additional requirements may include certifications, specialized training, or expertise in specific technical or functional areas.
Psycho-social counselling involves providing empathetic support and guidance to individuals facing emotional, social, or psychological challenges. The role requires a strong understanding of human behavior, effective communication skills, and the ability to assess and address clients’ needs. Responsibilities include conducting one-on-one or group sessions, developing tailored intervention plans, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure holistic care. A degree in psychology, social work, or a related field is typically required, along with relevant certification or license. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and cultural sensitivity are essential for fostering a trusting and effective therapeutic relationship.
Data manipulation, analysis, and management encompass the processes of organizing, interpreting, and overseeing data to extract meaningful insights and ensure accuracy. This role involves handling large datasets, performing statistical evaluations, and maintaining data integrity while adhering to established protocols. Responsibilities include cleaning and transforming raw data, identifying trends, and generating reports to support decision-making. Proficiency in relevant software tools, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills are essential for effectively executing these tasks.
Skilled in fostering clear and effective exchanges, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless information flow between teams, stakeholders, and clients. Your responsibilities will include facilitating discussions, drafting precise documentation, and delivering presentations to convey complex ideas in an accessible manner. Strong interpersonal abilities and active listening skills are essential to address inquiries, resolve conflicts, and build consensus. Additionally, you will monitor communication channels to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timely responses while adapting messages to suit diverse audiences. Proficiency in written and verbal communication, along with a keen attention to detail, will be critical to maintaining professionalism and enhancing collaboration across the organization.
The role involves cultivating and nurturing strategic alliances to drive mutual growth and value creation. Key responsibilities include identifying high-potential partners, negotiating mutually beneficial agreements, and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in business development, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to align partnership objectives with organizational goals. Strong analytical and relationship-building capabilities are essential for success in this position.
A robust background in establishing and maintaining professional connections is essential for this role. Proficiency in configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls, is required. Experience with TCP/IP protocols, Plans, subletting, and network security measures is necessary. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are expected to diagnose and resolve connectivity issues efficiently. Familiarity with network monitoring tools and protocols like SNMP, Net Flow, or Wireshark is advantageous. The ability to design and implement scalable network solutions to support organizational needs is also crucial.
Qualifications:
Minimum of two years of hands-on experience in educational initiatives or community organizations dedicated to youth development.
Minimum educational requirement includes completion of a Diploma program. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree is considered beneficial.
A recognized counselling certification is required for this role, demonstrating proficiency in therapeutic techniques and ethical standards.
Skilled at cultivating meaningful personal relationships with students, staff, local community leaders and members, as well as school and government officials, supported by excellent interpersonal abilities.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining professional standards in all job responsibilities.
Results-oriented, self-motivated, and committed professional with a strong drive for success.
Detail-oriented and highly organized professionals with a keen eye for accuracy and efficiency are sought for this role. Candidates must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and a structured approach to managing tasks and priorities. Strong organizational skills are essential to ensure seamless workflow and adherence to deadlines.
Thrives effectively in environments characterized by rapid pace and continuous change, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
Applicants who wish to be considered for this position must submit their application materials—namely, a comprehensive CV and a cover letter—via email to recruitment@shofco.org. The subject line of the email should explicitly state the specific role and the designated work location (for example, *Scholarship Coordinator-Midori*). Submissions lacking these essential details will be deemed ineligible. All application packages must be received no later than June 19, 2026.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Diploma
Experience Required
2 years
