Save the Children UK is a leading international child rights organization, fighting to improve the lives of children in the UK and 50 countries around the world. Together with children, we are helping to build a better world for present and future generations by making a reality of children’s rights. Our programming activities in Kenya are in the North Eastern Province (Dadaab, Wajir and Mandera areas) and Eldoret in the areas of Child Protection, Nutrition, Livelihoods, Education and Health.We are outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we are determined to change that.
EDUCATION CLUSTER CO-LEAD (6 month Contract)
The incumbent will support the Government of Kenya in planning, coordination and reporting of the education drought response with UN and NGO partners’ humanitarian programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordination of education partners for the education drought response. GoK focal point, in humanitarian coordination mechanisms as appropriate and ensure effective links with the Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator, other Clusters, and Donors.
- Expand and further engage the humanitarian partners, in the education sector in the response – national/local authorities, Education Institutions; local civil society; faith based organisations, and other stakeholders;
- Identify advocacy issues for the cluster, and develop appropriate messages in consultation with the GoK and Save the Children and UNICEF communications teams for appropriate use. Sustain advocacy for the right of children and youth to education in emergencies and to recognition of the need for education in emergencies as a first phase response.
- Support partners in the development of funding proposals and coordinate timely inputs for the Consolidated Appeal Process; Central Emergency Response Fund; Flash Appeals and other available opportunities as may arise.
- Ensure regular monitoring & evaluation of education response activities and the evolving education/learning needs of children and youth, and report against cluster indicators and the initial education assessment. Task will be carried out with the support of the IM manager.
- Strengthen inter-cluster collaboration to facilitate a cross-sectoral response to education in emergencies.
- Ensure that cross-cutting issues are identified and included in the education in emergencies response strategy in accordance with existing and emergent needs.
- Ensure that cluster members are familiar with and adhere to relevant policy guidelines, minimum quality standards and relevant commitments e.g., EiE, INEE and GoK standards.
- Undertake training and capacity development for the cluster, by identifying education personnel and involving them appropriately.
- Ensure appropriate participatory and community based approaches to Education in emergencies.
- Work with the Ministry focal person to further develop and institutionalize the existing Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan. Expected background and Experience
- Advanced University degree in Education or Development or equivalent.
- Minimum of five years of significant experience in education programme management in the context of international development, including the management of budgets and personnel in emergency contexts preferably in UN or NGO at middle management level.
- Knowledge of the cluster approach guidelines and terms of reference.
- Demonstrable ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders and to develop consensus and partnerships.
- Demonstrable technical expertise in education in emergencies, early recovery and post crisis transition. An under standing and training in INEE Minimum Standards for education in emergencies would be an added advantage.
- Formal training in cluster coordination and or demonstrable experience of effective co-ordination at sector or national level would be preferable.
- Ability to use and adapt cluster coordination tools (e.g. stakeholder mapping, CERF, CAP, Flash Appeals.)
- Strong analytical and conceptual skill the ability to think and plan strategically, and to mentor staff in strengthening their own analytical and strategic capabilities.
- Capacity to present ideas in a clear, concise and convincing manner while listening to and acknowledging other people’s perspectives.
- Fluency in English (verbal and writing) and another UN language preferred.
- Solid analytical, organizational, negotiating, advocacy and planning skills.
- IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
- Willingness/ability to travel to field locations.
Application process:
If you meet the above requirements, please send your cover letter indicating your expected salary and detailed CV with current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to:Head of Human Resources & Administration,
Save the Children UK,
Kenya Programme:
jobskenya@scuk.or.ke not later than 30th August, 2011. Quote the job title on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Due to the urgency to fill these positions, short listing will be done as applications are received.
“Candidates from North Eastern Province are strongly encouraged to apply”
Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse.
