Training Officer

The Training Officer plays a critical role in strengthening the implementation of both the RISE curriculum as well as Girls First Institute programming across partner organizations in Kenya and beyond. The position focuses on supporting the pedagogical and programmatic quality of delivery by working closely with partners, facilitators, schools, community-based organizations (CBOs), and mentors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProgram Implementation, Training & Partner Support

• Work closely with the team including
  Training Manager / Associate Director

and the
Girls First Institute Director

to provide technical and programmatic support to RISE and Girls First Institute implementing partners, ensuring fidelity to curricula and high-quality learning outcomes.
- Support the
design, planning, and facilitation

of facilitator, teacher, mentor, and partner training workshops across school- and community-based settings.
- Conduct regular
school, Community Based Organizations (CBOs), and partner site visits

to observe learning sessions, mentor facilitators and mentors, and identify strengths and areas for improvement; prepare and submit clear training and observation reports.
- Support partners to develop and implement
action plans

informed by field observations, feedback, and monitoring data.
- Collaborate with partners to ensure programs are
effectively integrated into school and community structures

, calendars, safeguarding protocols, and mentorship models.

Pedagogical Quality & Learning Improvement

• Contribute to the
  review, adaptation, and strengthening

of curricula, training materials, facilitator guides, mentorship tools, and learning resources across RISE and Girls First Institute programming.
- Gather and synthesize
field-level insights

to inform training design, curriculum updates, and continuous improvement across programs.
- Support the documentation and sharing of
good practices, innovations, and lessons learned

to strengthen partner capacity and collective learning.

Monitoring, Learning, Reporting & Knowledge Sharing

• Collaborate with the
  Associate Director, Girls First Institute Director, MEL team, and partners

to collect and reflect on data related to program implementation, quality, and learner outcomes.
- Document
field observations, emerging trends, good practices, challenges, and recommendations

to inform internal learning, adaptive management, and program improvement.
- Support the preparation of
concise program updates, field briefs, learning summaries, and inputs for donor reporting

, in close collaboration with the Associate Director and Institute leadership.
- Participate actively in
reflection, learning, and review sessions

, contributing insights that strengthen program effectiveness and strategic direction.
- Liaise with the
MEL and Communications teams

to support visibility and learning efforts, including capturing stories of change, practitioner insights, and impact narratives from the field.

Coordination, Communication & Collective Learning

• Maintain regular communication with partner focal points, providing
  responsive technical and pedagogical support

across both RISE and Girls First Institute programming.
- Participate in
partner coordination meetings, learning convenings, and communities of practice

, sharing field insights to support peer learning and innovation.
- Work closely with the Training Manager / Associate Director and Girls First Institute Director to identify and address
implementation bottlenecks

, contributing to adaptive solutions and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate must have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, social sciences, gender or a related field
• Proficient in Swahili and English
• Up to 5 years of experience in the development sector, with notable experience in education and learner-focused programs.
• Should be registered with the Teachers Service Commission.

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. Approximately $1,900,000 Kenyan Shillings per year

TO APPLY

Interested applicants are invited to submit their CV and cover letter to

with the subject line: "Application for Training Officer - your full name" by 06 January 2025. Please note that due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.