MOHI Christian NGO Manager - Education Mission Jobs in Kenya

MOHI Christian NGO Manager - Education Mission Jobs in Kenya


Be part of a team that is family-centered, Christ-centered, and service-focused.

Join us in our vision to transform children, families, and communities throughout Kenya.

Reporting to the Director of Missions, the position coordinates MOHI’s ministry through education to ensure effective learning in all schools and training institutions, maintenance of effective and efficient systems of education, and that a culture of godliness and high standards is maintained in all schools.

The manager will also ensure compliance with the Ministry of Education requirements.

Reporting to the Director of Missions, the position coordinates MOHI’s ministry through education to ensure effective learning in all schools and training institutions, maintenance of effective and efficient systems of education, and that a culture of godliness and high standards is maintained in all schools.

The manager will also ensure compliance with the Ministry of Education requirements.

Duties and responsibilities

Strategic Management

  • Support the development and implementation of MOHI’s strategic plan with a focus on education.
  • Provide overall leadership to MOHI education sector and oversee the effective management of all schools.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of strategies that promote quality education in MOHI schools.
  • Ensure that the schools maintain a safe and caring environment that fosters spiritual and physical well being of pupils/students.
  • Spearhead the development and periodic review of operational plans for Education Department.
  • Facilitate development of annual plans and budgets for the schools and ensure effective co-ordination and control of budgets.
  • Ensure prudent management and use of resources allocated to promotion of quality education in MOHI schools.
    Governance and Leadership
  • Provide guidance and direction to the Heads of Schools and the respective Boards and Committees and ensure effective and appropriate delivery of educational programmes in all MOHI schools.
  • Liaise with Area Program Officers and School Heads to ensure effective operation of school Boards/Committees and they add value to operations of their respective schools; and maintain positive working relations between the Boards/Committees and management of the schools.
  • Facilitate the development, implementation, review and evaluation of appropriate policies and administrative procedures for schools.
  • Ensure that all the schools have adequate and trained teaching and non-teaching staff.
    Coordination of Education Processes
  • Work with MOHI senior management to create and maintain enabling learning environments supported by adequate learning materials and resources, facilities and equipment.
  • Promote teaching and learning that will propel MOHI schools to excel in national examinations at all levels.
  • Ensure effective teaching/delivery based on the curriculum and that adequate schemes of work and lesson plans exist.
  • Ensure compliance with MOHI Schools code of behaviour and foster respectful and responsible behaviour by pupils/students, teachers and other workers in the schools.
  • Ensure that the Education Department maintains strong monitoring and quality control of teaching and related activities.
  • Ensure effective management of internal, external, and national examinations.
  • Ensure effective supervision, development and performance review of all staff.
  • Develop and maintain systems that ensure robust evaluation of performance of the schools to ensure
    MOHI schools are rated among the top schools in the country.
  • Facilitate participation of MOHI schools in activities and forums that promote learning and holistic development of pupils/students.
  • Ensure timely response to issues that affect learning in any of the schools.

    Quality Controls and Assurance

  • Develop and implement risk management standards, policies and systems for production processes.
  • Ensure MOHI maintains mechanisms for compliance with education policies and regulations.
  • Reporting and Record Keeping
  • Ensure that systems that enable schools to keep relevant records are developed and maintained.
  • Ensure that management and statutory reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.

    Risk Management

  • Ensure adequate security arrangements for the schools (watchmen, fencing, security systems, fire extinguishers etc.).
  • Ensure that MOHI schools comply with all the legal and regulatory requirements.

    Relationship Management

  • Represent MOHI in relevant education forums – these include government, community and other stakeholder forums; and maintain productive links to support MOHI ministry through education.
  • Develop, nurture and maintain links with agencies involved in education such as the Ministry of Education, Kenya Institute of Education, and Kenya National Examinations Council etc.
  • Develop and maintain positive and effective relations and foster teamwork among staff.
  • Ensure that issues affecting staff in the schools are addressed/resolved in a timely manner. This includes ensuring an effective disciplinary and grievance handling system.

    Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Education (A Masters degree in Curriculum Development, Instructional Methods is an added advantage.
  • Post graduate qualification in Teacher Evaluation Techniques, Curriculum development and Instructional Methods.

    Skills, Abilities and Competencies

  • Must be a committed Christian.
  • Proven Management Skills
  • Strong leadership capabilities and strategic management abilities.
  • Strong writing and presentation skills
  • Basic financial knowledge.
  • Strong analytical, communication, dynamic thinking skills and result oriented.
  • Excellent technological orientation and change management.
  • Must have good interpersonal relation and team orientation.
  • Must have initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision

    How to apply

    Application Process

  • If you are interested in a career at MOHI (full-time employment, volunteer, or internship), please follow the two step process. Please ensure to follow Steps 1 and 2 consecutively in order to satisfy complete application.
  • Step 1: Fill out the online form

    Apply Online Now

  • Step 2: Please send your application letter and CV to recruit@mohiafrica.org.
  • First priority will be given to applications completed online and then other documents (letter, CV, and credentials) sent by email to recruit@mohiafrica.org. By 24th November, 2018

  • For more information and job application details, see; MOHI Christian NGO Manager - Education Mission Jobs in Kenya

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