About RefuSHE
RefuSHE protects, nurtures, educates, and empowers young refugee women and girls in East Africa through a unique holistic model that provides protection, shelter, education, case management, counselling, childcare, vocational training, and legal support. RefuSHE’s holistic programming meets the imminent needs of unaccompanied, separated, and orphaned refugee girls, young women, and their children.
Founded in 2008, RefuSHE is a registered non-governmental organization with headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and a 501(c)3 charitable organization with offices in Chicago, USA. It is the first and only organization dedicated to refugee girls in East Africa. Over the past fifteen years, RefuSHE has grown to become a leading institution and global thought-leader in the field of refugee protection.
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of the Part-Time Tutor Basic cooking skills, Baking, Crocheting and Knittingis teaching participants introductory lessons on cake and pastries, and various food recipes that can easily be converted to an income-generating activity. The Tutor will be expected to teach 2 days a week for a period not exceeding 6 months.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Instruct students in the basics of crocheting and knitting, helping them complete various projects.
- Provide regular updates on participants’ progress and report any concerns related to their safety and well-being immediately.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum certificate training in vocational training in the areas highlighted above. (Includes short courses, workshops, apprenticeships)
RELATED EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATION
- 1 year experience in a similar teaching role.
- More than 1-year practical experience will be considered in lieu of certification.
- Candidates should have experience working with children and young people, preferably in a teaching or tutoring capacity
- A strong commitment to child protection and upholding participants’ dignity is essential.
- The ability to develop and follow lesson plans.
TECHNICAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS
- Excellent communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Strong facilitation skills and class management
How to apply
Send your cover letter and CV as one PDF document to hr@refushe.org citing the position title Part-Time Tutor- Cottage Skills in the email subject line, by 1700hrs EAT on 2nd August 2024
We appreciate all applications received, however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
