Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 02, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Specification:
• Lead in initiation, delivery and close out of the pilot project activities
• Provide continuous monitoring in implementation of planned activities, compilation of activity and project periodic reports as appropriate.
• Lead in documentation and dissemination of change stories and knowledge products from the pilot
• Work closely with Deaf Child Worldwide Team in management and engagement of Kenya Institute of Special Education as a major stakeholder in the pilot
• With support from the Projects Implementation Manager (PIM)/Line Manager; engage in lobbying and advocacy with relevant Civil Society Organisations at micro, meso and macro level in influencing development and implementation of government policies necessary in enhancing deaf inclusion
• Lead in the administrative work of the project by organizing for logistical support to all project activities: planning, training and review workshops, conferences in target counties; and ensure invitations, follow-up, liaisons with relevant partners, volunteers, VSO Kenya staff and resource personnel are done.
• Link the project with other ongoing VSO projects; Projects Learning platform and Education Community of Practice,
• With support from the PIM, ensure proper budgeting, timely budget tracking and check compliance to financial management policies and donor requirements through out project period
• Work cooperatively as a member of the VSO Team in Kenya
• Establish and strengthen partnerships relevant to realization of project objectives
• Any other duties as may be required from time to time by the line management

Desired Skills and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in education or Special Needs Education or Social Studies
• Knowledge and/or understanding of Kenya Sign Language
• Demonstrate capacity in project implementation and management

Experience
• At least 3 years relevant experience in Deaf Inclusion work and project implementation and management
• Experience in developing and implementing policy and advocacy
• Experience working with deaf children, youth, and their families in education or livelihood initiatives or successful work with persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge on disability rights and inclusion practices
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and with minimal supervision


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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