Nuru International’s Fellows Program is an opportunity for talented and motivated professionals to use their skills to affect real social change by working directly with communities in rural Kenya to end extreme poverty. Flights, accommodation, travel insurance and a modest living allowance will be provided; as well as a 2-week intensive training at Stanford University prior to leaving, and flights for a 3-week vacation in the middle of the rotation. To view this information online and to check out the Fellows Program Overview at http://www.nuruinternational.org/takeaction/jobsvolunteer.html.
Position Overview:
Nuru’s plan to address our partner communities’ education needs is central to our overall, holistic solutions. The Education Fellow will partner with the community to carry out the implementation phase of the education program’s new model, which is designed to improve child literacy, with a specific focus on primary school aged children. The Fellow will also be responsible for managing and troubleshooting revenue generating activities that will create program sustainability. The Education Fellow is a member of a Foundation Team 7 and will report to the Foundation Team Leader.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Work with the rest of the Education Team as well as the Research Team to develop measurement tools (surveys) to assess the impact of Nuru’s education programs on the poverty level of the community • Continue to develop the Education umbrella model • Manage Nuru’s outreach programs and learning center • Maintain strong communication with the community, Ministry of Education, and schools at all times. • Manages program budget efficiently to meet pre-determined goals and achieves program goals • Ensure education programs are truly sustainable and efficient • Mentor the Kenyan staff to enhance leadership skills and develop better management and communication abilities
Specific Skills and Attributes (additional to the General Requirements for the Nuru Fellows Program): • Bachelor’s degree required • At least 3 – 5 years of experience in program management and implementation. Experience with alternative education approaches and education systems in a developing country strongly preferred. • Prior experience living and/or working in a developing country • High commitment to organization’s mission • Prior success working closely, leading and building relationships with diverse groups of people, including volunteers • Strong work ethic • Strong leadership and team building experience as well as demonstrated success managing a team. • Ability to do crisis management and rapid, innovative problem solving in uncertain environments
Application Process:
In order to be considered for the program you have to submit the application form found online, resume, cover letter and three letters of recommendation to jobs@nuruinternational.org. Please check our Fellows Program overview for more information.
Application Deadline:
Please check our Fellows Program overview for more information at http://www.nuruinternational.org/takeaction/jobsvolunteer.html.
It is a rolling application process, so if you apply early, then you will be considered early and notified of the results sooner.
Unfortunately we cannot accept candidates who don’t hold U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Work Authorization.
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