Purpose of the Job:
To coordinate graduate community-engaged learning and monitoring of graduate research and innovations.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in in any of the following fields: Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Education, Agriculture and Rural Innovation, Management Studies from a recognized institution
- An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Education, Management Studies, Agriculture and Rural Innovation from a recognized /institution
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of graduate community-engaged learning activities.
- Co-ordinate the volunteer placements and community engagements for students.
- Track and document graduate-led research, innovations, and community interventions.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Program and community partners.
- Provide guidance to students on community entry protocols, participatory engagement methods and co-creation approaches.
- Coordinate all activities to facilitate transitioning of Scholars from the University to formal employment and entrepreneurship engagements.
- Compile and analyze data related to program activities, and prepare accurate, timely reports to support decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor, identify and report any safeguarding concerns that may arise during the Program implementation.
- Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor
Experience
A minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, at the level of Assistant Field Mobiliser/Coordinator in a reputable organization.
Competencies
- Demonstrated knowledge of community-engaged learning, participatory research, and co-creation methodologies.
- Ability to establish, formalize, and nurture partnerships with communities, local governments, private sector, and civil society organizations.
- Demonstrated capacity in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and results-based reporting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.