TechnoServe Trainer Job Young Women in Enterprise

November 11, 2010

TechnoServe, a nonprofit business organization that provides business and market based solutions to poverty in developing countries, seeks qualified candidates for a Trainer position for the Young Women in Enterprise Program.

Based in selected secondary schools around Nairobi the program aims to economically empower Kenya’s
disadvantaged young women through entrepreneurship and employment training.

Basic Function
Targeting 15-22 years adolescent girls, the Trainer – Schools Programme will co-ordinate and facilitate training in 20 schools across Nairobi. Working closely with school management, she/he will oversee formation and development of Enterprise clubs.

The trainer will coordinate all club functions including training, debates, writing of business plans and schools award ceremonies. The trainer will further support business start-up growth for girls’ businesses and also help schools to income generating enterprises.

The Trainer will also facilitate linkages of school girls to ICT training and employment opportunities. She/he will be expected to maintain good relationships with the Schools, Teachers and the girls and any other key stakeholders while promoting the “Girl Effect”.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills
•Degree in a business related field
•Over 2 years experience in training, business development, and group development
•Must be very creative, dynamic and with high energy
•Between 25 and 35 years of age
•Strong facilitation skills including design and management of effective trainings,workshops and meetings with diverse participants
•Demonstrated ability to identify high potential business ideas and develop business
plans
•Experience working with schools based programs and entrepreneurship work
•A recognized leader and team player
•Strong oral and written communication skills
•Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision
•High level of maturity, integrity and confidentiality
•Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
•Strong ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize work efficiently
•Computer Proficiency (Word, Excel, Power Point and Internet)

The above position is a one year contract subject to renewal based on availability of funding. Applicants are invited to send a one page cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages) with names and contacts of three referees to admin@technoserve.or.ke by 19th Nov 2010. Women are encouraged to apply