Our client, a reputable charity organization, is seeking to hire Student Counselor and Education Coordinator to based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The organization assists bright but disadvantaged young people, largely from the Dagoretti area of Nairobi, to attain secondary and tertiary education. Committed to changing the future for these young people, the organization operates without any religious or political affiliations. The successful candidate will manage the organization’s educational programs, support students in school, and foster positive relationships with the local community, educational institutions, and guardians. The ideal candidate must have 5 years’ experience in Community-based counseling, Student counselling or social work.
Key Responsibilities
- New Student Selection: Organize and assist with interviews and home visits, conduct background research, and communicate selection results to candidates.
- Student Onboarding: Welcome new students, facilitate school enrollment, understand family dynamics, and administer school fees.
- Student Progress Monitoring: Follow up on academic progress, establish school contacts, understand students’ home situations, and mentor them while maintaining boundaries.
- School Holiday Coordination: Plan holiday programs, bond with students, coordinate report reading, meet with guardians, and ensure students are prepared to return to school.
- Tertiary Student Support: Conduct checks on college students, ensure timely allowances, and follow up on their progress.
- Administrative Duties: Oversee daily office operations, liaise with the Treasurer and Accountant, maintain donor and committee communication, manage petty cash, and attend committee meetings.
Qualifications
- Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in Counseling or Psychology.
- Must have Familiarity with the local education system, processes related to student admissions, and managing school-related issues.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as an Education Coordinator in an NGO setting, working with vulnerable children or in community-based counseling roles.
- Must have prior experience working in schools or organizations dealing with student counseling, educational guidance, or academic progress monitoring.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and respond to the emotional and psychological needs of students and their families.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex processes clearly and empathetically to students, parents, and stakeholders.
- Ability to build trust and form meaningful relationships with students, families, and educational staff.
- Experience in handling school fees, budgeting, and reporting on student progress to donors or committee members.
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