Dance Choreographer at Awareness Against Human Trafficking

3 months ago

Nairobi, Kenya Awareness Against Human Trafficking (HAART) Kenya Full time

Awareness Against Human Trafficking was founded in 2010 by a passionate group of lawyers, missionaries and humanitarians under the leadership of Radoslaw Malinowski who observed that Kenya had become a hub of human trafficking in East and Central Africa.

Purpose of the Position

The Young@HAART Dance Choreographer is responsible for mentoring and guiding YOUNG@HAART members as well as fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where young people feel empowered to express themselves creatively through dance and share their perspectives on trafficking.
He or she promotes the critical role of creative arts in raising awareness of human trafficking and promoting social change within the community using dance. The choreographer leads dance workshops and rehearsals, and coordinates logistics for dance performances, including scheduling rehearsals, securing performance venues, and managing technical requirements.
He/she will be reporting to the Head of Prevention:

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Collaborate with YOUNG@HAART members to develop dance routines and performances that raise awareness of human trafficking and related social issues.
Lead dance workshops and rehearsals to teach choreography, improve technique, and build confidence among youth participants.
Facilitate a collaborative and inclusive creative process, encouraging input and ideas from youth participants in shaping the production.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment where young people feel empowered to express themselves creatively and share their perspectives on trafficking.
Incorporate storytelling and thematic elements into dance routines to convey key messages and engage audiences emotionally.
Collaborate with other artistic collaborators, such as musicians, visual artists, and spoken word performers, to create multidisciplinary performances.
Coordinate logistics for dance performances, including scheduling rehearsals, securing performance venues, and managing technical requirements.
Provide mentorship and guidance to YOUNG@HAART members, nurturing their artistic growth and leadership skills.
Advocate for the importance of creative arts in raising awareness of human trafficking and promoting social change within the community.

Essential Qualifications, Skills & Abilities & Desired Attributes:

Qualifications

Diploma in performing arts, or a related field
Extensive experience in choreography in lieu of education and dance instruction, with a focus on contemporary and hip-hop styles.
Demonstrated passion for youth empowerment, creative expression, and social justice issues.

Skills & Abilities

Proficiency in choreographing dance routines that convey powerful messages and evoke emotions.
Strong understanding of dance techniques, movement dynamics, and stage presence.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of young people, including those with varying levels of dance experience.
Effective communication and leadership skills and an ability to inspire and motivate youth participants.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and sensitivity to the needs of survivors of trafficking and exploitation.
Flexibility and adaptability in adjusting choreography to accommodate different performance spaces and audience demographics.
Creativity and innovation integrating storytelling and visual elements into dance performances to raise awareness of human trafficking.

Desirable Attributes

Passionate about using dance as a tool for social advocacy and empowerment.
Compassionate and empathetic towards the experiences of young people, with a commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces for artistic expression.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and with an ability to inspire and motivate youth participants through dance.
Patient, supportive, and willing to provide constructive feedback and encouragement to help young dancers reach their full potential.
Resilient, adaptable, and able to navigate challenges and setbacks in the creative process with grace and determination.
Collaborative, open-minded, and valuing the diverse perspectives and talents of YOUNG@HAART members.

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