What You Will Do:

CAPYEI is seeking a Project Coordinator for its project in Kenya. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Project Coordinator will be based in Kisumu, Kenya. He/she will be responsible for the implementation of activities on the field and provide local contextual technical advice to all project participants.
The position provides oversight and accountability of project operations and knowledge of the TVET sector and basic education in Kenya. It requires the ability to perform a variety of complex tasks, including project management, human resource management, and related tasks in a fast-paced international office.

Summary of Key Functions:

Project management and implementation (30%)
Outreach and resource mobilization (25%)
Project coordination and partnership management (20%)
Project reporting, knowledge management and communication (25%)

Project management and implementation (30%)

Oversee day-to-day implementation of STEEP project activities
Lead the delivery and achievement of objectives by working with and supporting STEEP program staff
Provide other facilitation support required for smooth implementation of the project
Manage project centres and staff

Outreach and resource mobilization (25%)

Identify and mobilize resources based on project activity needs
Coordinate with subject matter experts on the delivery of project goals and activities

Reporting, knowledge management, and communication (25%)

Participate and support the monitoring and evaluation of the project activities
Collate all submitted data and information from secondary schools and CAPYEI run centres
Prepare and submit quarterly programmatic reports in compliance with funder templates and guidelines
Support the documentation process in compliance with funder guidelines

Project coordination and partnership management (20%)

Participate fully as a member in the Project Management Unit
Serve as the focal point in the Project Management Unit on Kenya Project Operations
Serve as the main point of contact for all secondary schools and VTCs participating in STEEP

Education and Experience

A minimum of degree in Project management, Business related course, community development, political science or education related course
Over 4 (four) years lead role experience in project management.

Essential Requirements & Background:

Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in social work,education, human rights, social/political sciences, international development, or related fields
Demonstrated knowledge of the education sector with particular emphasis on competency-based education
Experience working with government agencies, international organizations, and the education system

Language Requirements

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential
Fluency in spoken Swahili is essential
Other major languages spoken in Kenya is desirable