Job Summary
The Program Manager will be a key leader at Kakenya’s Dream,
responsible for managing and expanding educational programs for girls and young
women in Narok County. He/She will ensure that these programs provide access to
high-quality, equitable, and transformative education, aligning with Kakenya’s
Dream’s strategic objectives. The Program Manager will oversee Centers for
Excellence, scholarships, mentorship, school support, and parental engagement,
with the goal of increasing girls’ enrollment, academic performance, and overall
development.
Location: Kakenya’s Dream
field office located at Isampin, Transmara West, Narok County.
Reports to: Director of
Programs
Supervises: Student Welfare
Officer, Education Access Officer and Economic Empowerment Officer
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Curriculum & Educational
Program Development
- Lead the development of a
comprehensive organizational curriculum that builds on the government’s
education curriculum, incorporating international best practices, and
supports teachers in creating lesson plans and materials.
- Oversee the
implementation of educational programs, ensuring alignment with Kakenya’s
Dream’s strategic objectives and measurable outcomes.
- In collaboration with the
Head of Institutions, provide educational materials to support teaching
and learning within schools.
- Liaise with the Director
of Programs and Head of Institutions to ensure quality delivery of
education, including teacher training, benchmarking, and Ministry of
Education quality assurance.
Teacher & Staff
Development
- Organize and facilitate
professional development programs for teachers, focusing on
student-centered learning and effective classroom management.
- Offer continuous guidance
and mentorship to direct supervisees , ensuring they have the resources
and support needed to achieve program goals.
Student Support, Monitoring
& Learning Outcomes
- Ensure effective tracking
of student progress from enrollment to graduation, including transitions,
academic performance, and dropout re-enrollment.
- In collaboration with the
MEL Officer, develop and implement strategies for assessing the impact of
educational programs and driving continuous improvement in student
outcomes.
- Create systems for
gathering feedback to evaluate and enhance the educational experiences
provided to girls.
Infrastructure & Learning
Environment
- Regularly evaluate school
infrastructure needs (classrooms, sanitation, learning resources).
- Collaborate with local
authorities and stakeholders to resolve deficiencies and enhance the
physical learning environment.
Community Engagement &
Parental Involvement
- Organize and facilitate
training programs for parents on positive parenting, the importance of
girls’ education, and the safe use of technology.
- Work closely with the
Director of Programs and Head of Institutions to ensure Boards of
Management are trained in leadership, management, and best practices.
Advocacy & Stakeholder
Engagement
- Build strong
relationships with key stakeholders to ensure program success and
sustainability.
- Engage in advocacy to
promote policies and programs that support the holistic development of
girls, especially in rural communities.
- Collaborate with local,
county, and national governments to champion policies that promote gender
equality in education.
- Engage with policymakers
to dismantle barriers preventing rural girls from accessing and completing
their education.
Data & Reporting
- Oversee the collection,
analysis, and reporting of data related to student performance, program
outcomes, and interventions to demonstrate the impact and success of
Kakenya’s Dream’s educational initiatives.
- Prepare regular reports
for management, donors, and stakeholders, ensuring proper documentation
and transparency.
Resilience and Adaptation to
Climate Change
- Ensure that girls and
young women are included in local climate action planning and
environmental policy discussions.
- Manage the day-to-day
implementation of climate resilience programs, ensuring that all
activities align with the organization’s strategic objectives.
- Prepare regular reports
for management, donors, and stakeholders, documenting climate program
activities, outcomes, and lessons learned. Ensure that records are
properly maintained for accountability and transparency.
- Work with local and
national governments to advocate for policies that support climate
adaptation, girls’ education, and gender equality in climate change
initiatives.
- Partner with local NGOs,
government agencies, and international organizations to expand the scope
and impact of climate resilience and adaptation programs.
- Explore and secure
funding opportunities, such as grants, donations, and sponsorships, to
support the climate resilience initiatives for girls and young women.
- Maintain good
relationships with existing donors and stakeholders, ensuring continued
support for climate adaptation programs.
- Create platforms that
empower girls and young women to take up leadership roles in climate
change decision-making, while building their capacity in climate change
leadership.
- Develop and implement
strategies for ensuring the sustainability of climate resilience programs,
including building local capacity to continue initiatives after project
completion.
- Coordinate the
distribution of water storage tanks to schools and community health
centers to improve water access.
- Facilitate the
establishment of kitchen gardens in schools and communities, helping girls
and young women develop skills in food security practices.
- Organize and facilitate
tree-planting campaigns within schools and communities, empowering girls
to take leadership roles in environmental conservation efforts.
- Track the number of trees
planted and grown within the schools and the communities.
- Maintain partnerships
with Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and local authorities for ongoing forest
cover initiatives.
- Establish water user
committees to ensure that community and school water sources are protected
and managed sustainably.
- Ensure that water
harvesting systems are functioning effectively, and track the number of
tanks provided, water sources protected, and trained participants.
8.
Perform any other duties as
may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
Key Qualifications, Skills and
competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree in
primary or secondary education, pedagogy or other education related field.
- Post-graduate diploma in
Project Planning and Management.
- 5–7 years of progressive
experience in program or project management within the education sector
(school systems, NGOs, government programs, or donor-funded projects).
- Proven track record of
using student centered learning techniques and working with marginalized
or underserved populations.
- Previous experience with
overseeing the professional development of teachers.
- Strong verbal and writing
skills and impeccable attention to detail
- High level of proficiency
with Microsoft/Google Applications, especially Excel/Google Sheets
- Previous experience
collecting, tracking and analyzing data.
- Proactive, organized and
energetic self-starter with the willingness to work hands-on to develop
and execute a variety of school programs and activities.
- Must be able to work in a
fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple
competing tasks and demands.
How to Apply
If you meet the above
qualifications, please email your resume and cover letter indicating your
expected salary and availability to jobs@kakenyasdream.org by
close of business on Friday, 31st October 2025.
Applications will be reviewed
on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Kakenya’s Dream is a child safe organization and all
employees are expected to comply.
