Community Services and DevelopmentContractorEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
Our mission is to provide youths, in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and beyond, with evidence-based tools to improve their life outcomes. We believe in a world where youth, anywhere, can actualize their life outcomes. Founded at Harvard and launched in Kenya in 2018, we combine rigorous social science research with deep contextual knowledge of the education and mental healthcare space in SSA and beyond.
Roles and Responsibilities
Delivering intervention activities by facilitating group sessions.
Referring students in need of psychosocial support to Shamiri Supervisors.
Observing punctuality on all matters that concern the Shamiri program.
Attending supervision meetings as communicated.
Recording group sessions of attendance.
Reporting to the supervisors any information necessary promptly.
Acting, with supervision, to help ensure participant confidentiality, health, and safety.
Data collection through the Shamiri Digital Hub during group sessions to help ensure accurate participant information.
Requirements
Must have attained at least a Grade C- in KCSE, or an equivalent qualification in GCSE, AS-level, etc.
Must be between 18 and 22 years of age at the time of application.
Familiarity with Google Workspace tools (e.g., Google Docs, Forms, Calendar) or other basic digital tools.
Own or have access to a phone that can access the internet.
Experience facilitating or supporting group activities, especially with adolescents or in school settings, is a plus.
Willingness to learn from mistakes and use feedback for personal and professional growth.
A genuine interest in helping others, particularly adolescents, with a strong commitment to confidentiality, fairness, and emotional safety.
Alignment with the mission and values of Shamiri.
Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail in facilitation and reporting tasks.
Basic knowledge or interest in mental health, wellness, or life skills education.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply via the official application link which directs to the Shamiri Institute application form on Google Docs.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1196657 to apply. This link directs to the official Shamiri Institute application form hosted on Google Docs.