TVET College management specialist

The Kilifi Government is committed to promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The aim is to provide quality education that prepares students for global competitiveness. As TVET has been devolved to the counties, they are responsible for running and financing most of the Vocational Training Centres (VTC). Kilifi County is one of five counties that host the Kenyan Coast. It covers 12'000 km2 and has a population of 1.5 million. It runs 42 VTC, and most of them are of rather low quality. Muyeye College in Malindi www.muyeyevtc.ac.ke was established in 2010. With more than 800 students, it is the largest college run by the County Government. It is a game changer for the community to break the cycle of poverty by acquiring demand-driven employable skills for decent and sustainable livelihoods. 

Your activities/tasks 

As a Comundo Technical Advisor, you will be part of Comundo's country program in Kenya. You will contribute to strengthening the provision of TVET in Kilifi County in general and at Muyeye College in particular so that vulnerable children and youth can have better professional and social prospects by developing relevant skills through high-quality and inclusive TVET. Based at Muyeye College you will support the improvement of the college's management and administration systems, strengthen the training programs offered, introduce new models of dual education and ensure that staff are able to run the college effectively and efficiently. You will also advise the County department for TVET and the other colleges where possible. Among others, you will support the partner organisation on the following tasks: 

Develop a college strategic plan  Introduce dual education models  Link the college with private sector actors in Malindi  Introduce improved management and administrative policies and procedures  Improve student administration  Introduce elements of career planning and integration into the labour market. Provide management advice to other colleges in the county 

Your profile 

Solid qualification in education management or business administration  Experience as teacher or trainer of trainers/teachers Experience with the development of administrative systems and data management Substantial computer literacy and very good command of the English language  Experience in the running of an educational facility is an added advantage General requirements  Completed vocational or tertiary education  At least 5 years of professional experience  Resident in Switzerland or Germany  Intercultural competencies and the ability to function in diverse contexts  Good physical and mental health  Ability to work independently and in a team  You are motivated to live a simple lifestyle  You are prepared to contribute to public relations and fundraising 

We offer 

An exciting working environment with ample space for initiative, participation, and intercultural contacts  An adequate preparation  Introduction to the situation of the country of assignment and local support  Living and insurance costs during your assignment  Travelling costs in both directions  Initial financial aid after your return