Education and Child Development Coordinator

Kampala District View on Map

Post Date : June 15, 2026

Apply Before : June 28, 2026

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Education and Child Development Coordinator

Organisation: Watoto Child Care Ministries
Department: Watoto Neighbourhood
Duty Station: Kampala and Gulu
Contract Type: Full-time Contract
Reports to: Programme Coordinator

Job Purpose

To coordinate and oversee the implementation of Education and Child Development programmes that ensure children have access to quality learning, thrive, and are equipped to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibility Areas

Supervise the implementation of programme plans for effective service delivery.
Coordinate the enrolment of children into suitable partner schools in alignment with Watoto values and mission.
Coordinate access to quality education for all supported children.
Monitor academic progress and support interventions to improve learning outcomes.
Support the design of the case management process for mothers and children.
Coordinate the implementation of case management processes through Integrated Case Workers.
Oversee programmes that support holistic child development.
Identify and respond to child protection and wellbeing concerns.
Equip caregivers to support children’s education and development.
Review case files, education records, track indicators, and child development data for accuracy and completeness.
Build partnerships with education authorities, churches, and community stakeholders to support holistic child development.
Build capacity in child-centred programming and case management.
Monitor adherence to child safeguarding and protection policies.
Promote a culture of safety, dignity, and accountability for children.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Social Work, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
Training in Child Protection and Safeguarding is an added advantage.
At least 4–5 years of experience in education programmes, child development, or child-focused community work.
Experience working with schools, children, and caregivers.
Proven experience in case management or child safeguarding.
A committed, consistent, and discipled Christian who demonstrates spiritual maturity and active engagement in discipleship, aligned with Watoto values.

Working at Watoto Ministries

Watoto is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and all staff are expected to adhere to the safeguarding policy.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Visit Watoto Church Careers Page and navigate to Join the Team.
Select Click Here to View the Job Details.
Click the Apply Here button.
Complete and submit the application form.

After completing the online application, email the following documents to careers@watotochurch.com:

CV
Academic documents
Church recommendation letter

Subject Line: Education and Child Development Coordinator – First Name, Last Name

Application Deadline

28th June 2026

Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Watoto is committed to equal employment opportunities.

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