Description
MENTORING FIELD COORDINATOR (MFC)- (DADAAB & KAKUMA)
- Equity Group Foundation (EGF) Education and Leadership
Development pillar is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to
join our team as a Mentoring Field Coordinator (MFC) to support program
activities within the Garissa and Turkana counties with a large population
emanating from the Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps. This position is
pivotal in providing mentorship and guidance to the Wings to Fly and Elimu
scholars schooling within the region and the refugee camps. The successful
candidate will play a vital role in supporting the educational and
personal development of scholars, empowering them to reach their full
potential while ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Some of the key roles and responsibilities under the role of
Mentoring Field Coordinator (MFC) will include:
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee the mentoring programs for secondary
school scholarship beneficiaries within Garissa or Turkana counties,
prioritizing on the safety and well-being of the scholars.
- Develop and implement safeguarding policies and procedures to
ensure the protection of mentees, peer and teacher mentors, and all
program participants.
- Mobilization and recruitment of adequate and model peer and
teacher mentors to support the scholars during mentoring engagements and
activities.
- Conduct background checks and thorough vetting of peer and
teacher mentors to ensure their suitability for working with vulnerable
scholars.
- Provide training and ongoing support to peer and teacher
mentors on delivery of mentoring content and safeguarding practices and
protocols.
- Monitor mentorship relationships to ensure a safe and
supportive environment, promptly addressing any concerns or incidents that
may arise.
- Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and parents
to promote scholar wellness and create a positive and inclusive learning
environment.
- Organize and facilitate wellness activities, workshops, and
events to address the social, emotional, and mental well-being of mentees.
- Support mentees in maintaining academic excellence while
developing life skills, self-esteem, resilience, and goal setting through
mentoring sessions and group activities.
- Document and report any safeguarding incidents, concerns, or
welfare issues promptly and in accordance with organizational policies and
legal requirements.
- Manage the program activities budgets, ensuring effective and
efficient utilization of funds allocated for mentoring activities within
the region.
- Plan and coordinate program-related events, workshops, and
activities for beneficiaries in the region and collaborate with relevant
stakeholders to secure necessary resources, venues, and materials for
successful event implementation.
- Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned
from the program implementation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a
related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in coordinating mentorship
programs or similar youth development initiatives.
- Strong understanding of mentorship principles, best practices,
and ethical considerations.
- Knowledge and experience in safeguarding practices, child
protection, or relevant fields.
- Familiarity with local laws, regulations, and best practices
related to safeguarding and child protection.
- Understanding of scholar well-being and the ability to
implement effective strategies to support their social, emotional, and
mental health.
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work
effectively with diverse populations.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and
maintain professional boundaries.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the
ability to build rapport with scholars, peer and teacher mentors, and
other stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills to manage
multiple mentorship relationships and activities.
- Knowledge of the challenges faced by refugee students and
their unique educational needs.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- Fluency in the local language(s) is highly desirable.
How to Apply
