Vacancy title:
Education Foundation Coordinator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Education]

Jobs at:
Stratostaff

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 4 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

They are seeking a passionate, organized, and self-motivated individual to take on the role of Educational Foundation Coordinator. This role demands a dynamic professional with strong program coordination experience in the education or youth development sector, a commitment to social impact, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver high-quality outcomes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

Program Coordination

• Manage the end-to-end sponsorship cycle, including application outreach, eligibility vetting, school placement, onboarding, and continuous monitoring of student progress
• Ensure timely payment of school fees and coordinate the disbursement of other educational and welfare support services.
• Provide academic follow-up and coordinate with schools to identify early warning signs of academic or behavioral challenges among sponsored students.
• Offer emotional and psychosocial support mechanisms either directly or through referrals to relevant professionals.

Mentorship Program Management

• Design and execute structured mentorship programs that promote personal growth, academic performance, and leadership among beneficiaries.
• Recruit, vet, and onboard suitable mentors with a passion for youth development.
• Train mentors and facilitate ongoing engagement and communication between mentors and mentees.
• Track participation, monitor outcomes, and adjust mentorship activities based on impact and feedback.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including school administrators, community leaders, parents, donors, and corporate sponsors.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all program stakeholders, providing regular updates, reports, and insights.
• Organize and facilitate events such as sponsorship drives, career talks, leadership forums, and community service activities aimed at enhancing student exposure and development.
• Represent the foundation professionally in meetings and public forums.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Track academic performance, class attendance, personal development, and behavioral trends for all sponsored students using defined tools and indicators.
• Develop and maintain detailed records and dashboards to monitor student progress and program effectiveness.
• Identify and intervene in cases of student disengagement, poor performance, or welfare concerns.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external audiences, including trustees and funding partners.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure full adherence to the foundation’s policies, processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate records in both physical and digital formats, ensuring data privacy and confidentiality.
• Proactively identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions that increase program efficiency and impact.
• Coordinate logistics for program activities, including transportation, event planning, supplies, and communication.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in education, youth development, or related sectors.
• Prior experience working with vulnerable or adolescent populations is an added advantage.
• Strong track record of managing programs with multiple stakeholders and measurable outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to Stratostaff on jobs.stratostaff.co.ke to apply

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