Still I Rise

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT<ul><li>Working closely with the Program department on passing on the Organisation’s vision and mission, within the program, whilst ensuring topmost quality at all times.</li><li>Lead, chair, and coordinate the local management team (admin, HR, logistics, finance, education, safeguarding and security)</li><li>Effectively represent SIR at different forums/levels. Interact with local stakeholders on behalf of Still I Rise to ensure our program is well received in the hosting community,</li><li>Prepare weekly progress reports to be shared with the Programs Department, ensure timely submissions of work plans and other deliverables required by donors and/or relevant remote departments</li><li>Supervise recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff, with the support of the HR department.</li><li>Ensure robust implementation of HR strategies such as performance management and monitoring systems.</li><li>Oversee program’s procurement and processes as required based on program implementation’s needs</li><li>Conduct regular monitoring and reporting on financial management aspects: timely forecasting, preparation and execution of procurement plan, budget vs actual, spending analysis and establish cross linkages with work-plan progress.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight towards documentation and sharing of knowledge and emerging best practices.</li></ul>EDUCATION<ul><li>Supervise the educational development of the program</li><li>Advising on the Student Selection process, covering community-based efforts and in-school activities</li><li>Advising and assisting in the formulating and reviewing of school policies</li><li>Coordinating the timetable so that the requirements of the programme are met</li><li>Setting the standards of curriculum development to reach the expectations of regional and national governmental bodies as well as Still I Rise and the International Baccalaureate.</li><li>In coordination with on-site and remote colleagues, overseeing the successful roll-out of the features specific to Still I Rise International Schools.</li><li>Manage the team to create a student-centered, home-like environment which achieves happy students enjoying academic and extracurricular exploration and success.</li></ul>STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT<ul><li>Liaise as necessary with ministry officials and district education representatives.</li><li>Acting as a contact point between the IB regional office and Still I Rise International School of Mumbai on all matters regarding the MYP, ensuring that the school meets all IBO regulations, standards and practices in order to achieve Candidacy status followed by Authorised School status.</li><li>Working with the IB regional office to ensure the school addresses the MYP requirements for authorization (and evaluation when appropriate)</li><li>Contributing to the promotion the MYP, within and outside the school</li><li>Ensuring families and caregivers are well informed about IB MYP developments and school activities</li><li>Intradepartmental coordination to ensure finance, fundraising and impact reports deliveries</li></ul>CHILD PROTECTION &amp; SAFEGUARDING<ul><li>Collaborate closely with the Education department and Child Safeguarding &amp; Protection to address student concerns, implement behavior plans, and streamline with extracurricular psychosocial activities. All relevant information, policy and behavioral support plans should be shared internally and then be constantly implemented by the local education team in accordance with the code of conduct and child protection and safeguarding policy (i.e. respecting the privacy of beneficiaries).</li></ul>Requisiti: Essential Skills &amp; Requirements<ul><li>5 years of working experience in leadership position within Education &amp; Operations management, including managing teams and providing financial and operational oversight</li><li>A deep understanding - and preferably experience - with designing, teaching and implementing the national educational curriculum</li><li>A demonstrated appreciation for student-centered, global-minded, value-driven approaches to education</li><li>Proven Experience of working in and across project management cycles</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of procurement and logistics and supply chain processes</li><li>Experience in leadership roles, management and coordination of teams, preferably in a school setting</li><li>Strong time management and organizational skills</li><li>Experience of working through community participation and/or approaches.</li><li>Good IT skills including use of MS Office and Google Suite</li><li>Fluent knowledge of the English language (written and oral)</li><li>Legal right to work as a resident in Nairobi, Kenya</li></ul>

Head of School

Teaching Open Positions:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Language Acquisition (Kiswahili / French)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Physical &amp; Health Education (PHE)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Arts – Theatre Teacher&nbsp;</li>
<li>Music Arts Teacher&nbsp;</li>
<li>Visual Arts Teacher&nbsp;</li>
<li>English Skills&nbsp;</li>
<li>English Language and Literacy&nbsp;</li>
<li>Mathematics&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sciences&nbsp;</li>
<li>Social Studies&nbsp;</li>
<li>History&nbsp;</li>
<li>Philosophy&nbsp;</li>
<li>Geography&nbsp;</li>
<li>Design/IT Skills Skills And Competencies&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience, preferably within the International Baccalaureate curriculum.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Education&nbsp;</li>
<li>Demonstrated attributes of the IB Learner Profile: particularly open- mindedness, risk-taking, and reflectiveness.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Full professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.&nbsp;</li>
<li>ICT proficiency and confidence with Windows, Microsoft Office, and online learning platforms.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to mentor students daily and foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-changing, and challenging environment.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Completion of a background check / certificate of good conduct.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Desirable criteria&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience teaching low-achieving students.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience working with refugee populations or vulnerable communities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience in Child Safeguarding and Protection.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Valid Teaching Service Commission (TSC) Number.</li>
</ul>

Teacher

Program Management

<ul>
	<li>Work in close collaboration with the Programs Director for the planning, monitoring, and implementation leading the Bogota’s planning process.</li>
	<li>Ensure monitoring through regular meetings, check ins (field visits if and when needed) and other appropriate instruments, identify existing challenges and potential risks, and relay feedback to the Programs Director</li>
	<li>Oversee Bogota’s procurement and processes as required based on program implementation’s needs</li>
	<li>Perform rigorous training needs assessment, develop and organize capacity development training for Bogota’s programs’ core team</li>
	<li>Ensure Bogota’s’ risk and needs assessment is conducted according to the highest operational standards</li>
</ul>

Financial Management:

<ul>
	<li>Ensure efficient regular management of Bogota’s budget as well as close monitoring of spending, and relay prompt feedback on potential over/underspend to the Programs Director</li>
	<li>Work in collaboration with the Finance Department, draft monthly expenditure forecasts/spending plan as well as quarterly expenditure forecasts in compliance with designated requirements</li>
	<li>Review and raise appropriate Purchase Requests (PRs) with correct budget codes and in-line with the allocated budget lines</li>
</ul>

Program Quality (Assurance and Control):

<ul>
	<li>Monitor Bogota’s implementation against work plans and overall project objectives, documenting progress and achievements</li>
	<li>Identify gaps and manage systems and navigate process improvement areas to enhance the efficiency of inter-departmental work</li>
	<li>Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed and report any suspected information security violation and/or breach to the concerned department</li>
</ul>

Stakeholder Management:

<ul>
	<li>Represent programs with education, safeguarding/protection and relevant stakeholders - as and when needed, to foster ownership of approaches and effective participation in planning and implementation</li>
	<li>Coordinate closely with the Ministry of Education including working groups (education, protection, safeguarding)</li>
</ul>

KEY KPIs for Program and Operations:

<ul>
	<li>Recruitment of junior management and teachers, with the support of the HR Manager</li>
	<li>Recruitment of auxiliary staff (i.e. security guard, driver, cleaner)</li>
	<li>Supervising supervising the transportation-related matters for staff and students</li>
	<li>Supervising and vetting the Organization’s suppliers, in coordination with the Supply Chain Manager remotely and Officer on the ground and logistics work on premises with the support of the logistics officer</li>
	<li>Operating the organizations’ bank account, if so requested</li>
	<li>Support the Programs Director and the Supply Chain Manager/ Officer in coordinating external agencies (law firm, accountant) to ensure legal compliance of the Program in the following areas:</li>
	<li>Lease agreement or Title Deed for the Property</li>
	<li>Obtention of all necessary authorizations from the relevant public authorities,</li>
	<li>Construction contract for renovations of the property (where applicable),</li>
	<li>All other procurement activities</li>
	<li>Establishing strong ties with the relevant public authorities</li>
	<li>Establishing, in coordination with the Programs Director and Chief School Officer a recruitment process for the students and beneficiaries of the Organization</li>
	<li>Interacting with local stakeholders on behalf of Still I Rise to ensure our program is well received in the hosting community</li>
	<li>Identify the vulnerable communities for outreach purposes, and ensure that the Organization can gain access to the designated community</li>
	<li>Identify areas for improvement, anticipate risks and coordinate with the Programs Director to ensure the program's implementation of processes by assigning responsibilities, setting milestones, and keeping track of goals and deliverables</li>
	<li>Prepare monthly progress reports to be shared with the Programs Director, ensure timely submissions of work plans and other deliverables required by donors and relevant remote departments</li>
	<li>Work closely with all remote departments to ensure well-coordinated, streamlined, and professional communication and support towards the achievement of organizational goals</li>
	<li>Perform other duties as required</li>
	<li>Keep track of all finances and ensure expenditures are in accordance with the workplan and budget, oversee compliance with procurement processes and standards in coordination with Programs and Finance teams</li>
	<li>Ensure funds are distributed in accordance with the donor's rules and procedures, while accounting records and supporting documents are processed, organized and archived (soft and hard copies) regularly and in a timely manner</li>
	<li>Lead regular monitoring and reporting on financial management aspects: timely forecasting, preparation and execution of procurement plan, budget vs actual, spending analysis and establish cross linkages with work-plan progress</li>
	<li>Promote the health and security of the staff of the designated projects by ensuring the application of security guidelines, health and safety in the workplace and healthy living conditions and practices</li>
</ul>

Requirements: 
Requirements And Essential Criteria

<ul>
	<li>Extensive experience of senior leadership duties within schools operating the IB Diploma Programme.</li>
	<li>A strong understanding of the IB philosophy and requirements.</li>
	<li>Experience in university and careers counselling and networking.</li>
	<li>A demonstrated appreciation for student-centered, global-minded, value-driven approaches to education.</li>
	<li>Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
	<li>Flexibility to operate in a fast-moving diverse role.</li>
	<li>Experience forming and maintaining partnerships with other educational institutions and stakeholders.</li>
	<li>Experience with assessment coordination, curriculum design, and professional development planning.</li>
	<li>Good IT skills including use of Google Suite.</li>
	<li>Fluent knowledge of the English language (written and oral).</li>
</ul>

Program Manager

Leadership Responsibilities

<ul>
	<li>Assume responsibility for the quality of educational delivery at Still I Rise International School - Nairobi</li>
	<li>Manage and motivate the MYP Coordinator and teaching team to facilitate the highest standards of teaching and learning.</li>
	<li>With the support of a fellow expert in the IB, act as the centerpoint of the authorization and evaluation processes leading to achieving the school’s IB Diploma Programme accreditation.</li>
	<li>Oversee the implementation and management of the IB DP, ensuring alignment with the IB's standards and practices.</li>
	<li>Oversee staff collaborative meetings as required.</li>
	<li>Act as one of the points of contact between the school and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).</li>
	<li>Advocate for the IB learner profile and philosophy within the school community.</li>
	<li>Oversee the introduction and implementation of an alternative diploma programme, ensuring alignment with the curriculum and all associated staff training and liaison with qualification providers.</li>
</ul>

Curriculum and Assessment

<ul>
	<li>Ensure that the curriculum is aligned with IB DP requirements.</li>
	<li>Oversee the delivery and integration of the DP core components: Extended Essay (EE), Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).</li>
	<li>Act as EE and CAS Coordinator</li>
	<li>Monitor and manage the internal and external assessment processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines and guidelines.</li>
	<li>Support subject teachers in aligning their teaching practices with IB principles.</li>
</ul>

Professional Development

<ul>
	<li>Plan and coordinate ongoing professional development for DP faculty, including workshops, training sessions, and collaborative planning meetings.</li>
	<li>Mentor teachers to ensure high-quality delivery of the DP and encourage innovative teaching strategies.</li>
	<li>Conduct frequent classroom observations and proactively mentor to align with IB and SIR expectations.</li>
</ul>

 

Student Guidance and Support

<ul>
	<li>Guide students in subject selection and program requirements, ensuring they make informed choices.</li>
	<li>Oversee the development of a new Academic and Careers Programme at the school, incorporating academic counseling, university application support, job experience placements, career fairs and networking guidance.</li>
	<li>Ensure equitable access to resources and support mechanisms for all students.</li>
	<li>Teach a pre-prepared ‘Life Class’ and associated character development and skills.</li>
</ul>

Networking, Communication and Collaboration

<ul>
	<li>Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and students, about program updates and student progress.</li>
	<li>Oversee the smooth transition from MYP to DP and the alternative diploma including implementing a Pre-DP foundational course and DP preparedness activities for students.</li>
	<li>Collaborate with school leadership to align the DP with the school’s strategic vision and goals.</li>
	<li>Foster connections with other IB schools to share best practices and resources.</li>
	<li>Act as the School’s point of contact with key educational partners and the collaborative activity including student exchange programmes, recording pertinent interaction in a partnership tracking tool.</li>
	<li>Open and maintain a wide network of post-graduation opportunities for students including scholarships in East Africa and across the world.</li>
	<li>Support with award and competition applications on behalf of the School.</li>
	<li>Other duties as required of Still I Rise site leadership.</li>
</ul>

Administration and Documentation

<ul>
	<li>Manage student registration for IB examinations and ensure all submissions meet IB deadlines.</li>
	<li>Manage student registration for alternative diploma examinations.</li>
	<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation of the program’s implementation and progress.</li>
	<li>Lead the preparation and submission of the school’s five-year evaluation report.</li>
	<li>Coordinate class schedules.</li>
	<li>Liaise with Logistics personnel to communicate requirements for textbooks, lab equipment, and other educational resources.</li>
</ul>

Requirements

<ul>
	<li>Extensive experience of senior leadership duties within schools operating the IB Diploma Programme.</li>
	<li>A capacity to inspire and manage a team of educators.</li>
	<li>A strong understanding of the IB philosophy and requirements.</li>
	<li>A demonstrated appreciation for student-centered, global-minded, value-driven approaches to education.</li>
	<li>Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
	<li>Flexibility to operate in a fast-moving diverse role.</li>
	<li>Experience forming and maintaining partnerships with other educational institutions and stakeholders.</li>
	<li>Experience with assessment coordination, curriculum design, and professional development planning.</li>
	<li>Good IT skills including use of Google Suite.</li>
	<li>Full proficiency of the English language (written and oral).</li>
</ul>

Diploma Program Coordinator (Education IB DP Coordinator)

We are now seeking a Diploma Program Coordinator (Education IB DP head of teaching and learning). With senior leadership experience within schools operating the International Baccalaureate's Diploma Programme, you will take on-site ownership of the quality of our school's educational service at all levels, including the Preparation Year and Middle Year Programme. Assisted by on-site and off-site educational professionals, you will take the lead of our teaching team to achieve our educational objectives. You will act as the Diploma Program Coordinator during the authorization and set-up period of 2025 to 2026 of the Diploma Program and an alternative student diploma pathway. Meanwhile you will forge partnerships which will open up post-graduation opportunities for our students, and strategically lead a careers and university orientation program. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership Responsibilities

<ul>
	<li>Assumes responsibility for the quality of educational delivery at Still I Rise International School - Nairobi</li>
	<li>Manage and motivate the MYP Coordinator and teaching team to facilitate the highest standards of teaching and learning. </li>
	<li>With the support of a fellow expert in the IB, act as the centerpoint of the authorization and evaluation processes leading to achieving the school's IB Diploma Program accreditation.</li>
	<li>Oversee the implementation and management of the IB DP, ensuring alignment with the IB's standards and practices.</li>
	<li>Oversee staff collaborative meetings as required.</li>
	<li>Act as one of the points of contact between the school and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).</li>
	<li>Advocate for the IB learner profile and philosophy within the school community.</li>
	<li>Oversee the introduction and implementation of an alternative diploma programme, ensuring alignment with the curriculum and all associated staff training and liaison with qualification providers.</li>
</ul>

Curriculum and Assessment

<ul>
	<li>Ensure that the curriculum is aligned with IB DP requirements.</li>
	<li>Oversee the delivery and integration of the DP core components: Extended Essay (EE), Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).</li>
	<li>Act as EE and CAS Coordinator</li>
	<li>Monitor and manage the internal and external assessment processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines and guidelines.</li>
	<li>Support subject teachers in aligning their teaching practices with IB principles.</li>
</ul>

Professional Development

<ul>
	<li>Plan and coordinate ongoing professional development for DP faculty, including workshops, training sessions, and collaborative planning meetings.</li>
	<li>Mentor teachers to ensure high-quality delivery of the DP and encourage innovative teaching strategies.</li>
	<li>Conduct frequent classroom observations and proactively mentor to align with IB and SIR expectations.</li>
</ul>

Student Guidance and Support

<ul>
	<li>Guide students in subject selection and program requirements, ensuring they make informed choices.</li>
	<li>Oversee the development of a new Academic and Careers Program at the school, incorporating academic counseling, university application support, job experience placements, career fairs and networking guidance.</li>
	<li>Ensure equitable access to resources and support mechanisms for all students.</li>
	<li>Teach a pre-prepared 'Life Class' and associated character development and skills.</li>
</ul>

Networking, Communication and Collaboration

<ul>
	<li>Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and students, about program updates and student progress.</li>
	<li>Oversee the smooth transition from MYP to DP and the alternative diploma including implementing a Pre-DP foundational course and DP preparedness activities for students.</li>
	<li>Collaborate with school leadership to align the DP with the school's strategic vision and goals.</li>
	<li>Foster connections with other IB schools to share best practices and resources.</li>
	<li>Act as the School's point of contact with key educational partners and the collaborative activity including student exchange programmes, recording relevant interaction in a partnership tracking tool. </li>
	<li>Open and maintain a wide network of post-graduation opportunities for students including scholarships in East Africa and across the world.</li>
	<li>Support with award and competition applications on behalf of the School.</li>
	<li>Other duties as required of Still I Rise site leadership.</li>
</ul>

Administration and Documentation

<ul>
	<li>Manage student registration for IB examinations and ensure all submissions meet IB deadlines.</li>
	<li>Manage student registration for alternative diploma examinations.</li>
	<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation of the program's implementation and progress.</li>
	<li>Lead the preparation and submission of the school's five-year evaluation report.</li>
	<li>Coordinate class schedules.</li>
	<li>Liaise with Logistics personnel to communicate requirements for textbooks, lab equipment, and other educational resources.</li>
</ul>

Requirements

<ul>
	<li>Extensive experience of senior leadership duties within schools operating the IB Diploma Programme.</li>
	<li>A capacity to inspire and manage a team of educators.</li>
	<li>A strong understanding of the IB philosophy and requirements.</li>
	<li>A demonstrated appreciation for student-centered, global-minded, value-driven approaches to education.</li>
	<li>Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
	<li>Flexibility to operate in a fast-moving different role.</li>
	<li>Experience forming and maintaining partnerships with other educational institutions and stakeholders.</li>
	<li>Experience with assessment coordination, curriculum design, and professional development planning.</li>
	<li>Good IT skills including use of Google Suite.</li>
	<li>Full proficiency of the English language (written and oral)</li>
</ul>

Diploma Program Coordinator (Education IB DP Coordinator - Kenya)

EDUCATION SPECIALIST
<ul><li>
Department: Education</li>
<li>
Area: Education</li>
<li>
Location: Remote (Availability during the working hours of Europe / Africa preferred)</li>
<li>
Supervisor: Education Director</li>
<li>
Contract: Fixed term (6 months, with possibility of extension)</li>
<li>
Status: Full-Time</li>
<li>
Compensation: 1200-1500€, depending on experience.</li>
</ul>Contract Terms &amp; Salary compensations will vary and be defined on the basis of local employment rates in accordance with the position grade and experience.
Job description
Still I Rise is an international NGO which develops humanitarian projects aiming at providing education and support to refugee children and youth. It is currently seeking an Education Specialist. The selected person will be responsible for supporting the Education Director in implementing the organization's educational strategy and managing and supervising emergency and international school management staff.
Key Responsibilities
<ul><li>Support the Education Director in the implementation and evolution of the educational strategy for SIR</li>
<li>Oversee the educational development of the programs in pursuit of the organizational mission and goals of each program</li>
<li>Take on increasing managerial and technical education-oriented responsibilities for each of our sites: an international school for children living in slums in Kenya, a rehabilitation school for child manual laborers in the DRC, and informal schooling for Syrian children lacking educational alternatives, as well as any further sites the organization opens.</li>
<li>If not already possessed, study and network to gain the knowledge and understanding of International Baccalaureate required of the role;</li>
<li>Mentor and supervise a small team of school leaders, supporting their professional growth and increasing their performance capacity with the aim to empower them to run their programs as self-autonomously as feasible</li>
<li>Ensure the on-site education teams are well-managed and supported, as well as activities implemented and run following the organization's vision and guidelines</li>
<li>Track performance and deliverables, providing feedback and assessments based on the program goals and the educational strategy of SIR</li>
<li>Regularly meet virtually with site personnel to discuss developments and educational strategies and activities</li>
<li>Write up progress reports for internal staff as necessary</li>
<li>Monitor weekly and monthly quantitative and qualitative data</li>
<li>Assist with hiring of education department personnel</li>
<li>Alongside the Professional Development Specialist, help design, coordinate and implement training at all stages of a teacher’s journey through their Professional Pathway.</li>
</ul>Essential Requirements
<ul><li>Professional experience in a variety of educational settings, including international schools</li>
<li>Professional experience in international development educational contexts in both field and HQ positions</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead and professionally develop people in the Education sector from a remote role</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to collect, evaluate and respond to regular quantitative and qualitative data</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to pursue multiple goals in a complex environment, developing processes and practices which will achieve those goals, and bringing others on board in the endeavor</li>
<li>Commitment to the cause of empowering site staff to take effective and sustained ownership of their programs</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and as part of an international network of remote staff</li>
<li>Excellent competence using the Google Suite</li>
<li>Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.</li>
</ul>Preferred Requirements
<ul><li>Working verbal and written proficiency in French and/or Spanish</li>
<li>Master’s Degree in education, development or related field</li>
<li>Courses or certifications in school administration or project management</li>
<li>Availability during the working hours of Europe and Africa</li>
<li>Experience with the International Baccalaureate system.</li>
</ul>

 
 <h2 class="rw-how-to-apply__title">How to apply</h2>
 HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a copy of their CV, Cover Letter, and a written authorization to personal data processing, by sending an email, indicating in the subject “***Education Specialist***”, to the address:hr@stillirisengo.org.
Please kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in Still I Rise.

EDUCATION SPECIALIST (Remote)

<h3>Role Description</h3>
The selected profile will be responsible for the development and implementation of the HR strategy in support of the overall organisational plan and the strategic direction of the organisation. The CHRO will be specifically responsible for the areas of compensation, talent acquisition and management, change management and performance management, and training and ongoing development of Still I Rise's resources.   
The ideal candidate will also provide strategic leadership to the executive team and  board in terms of the organisation's human resources needs and priorities.
<h3>Key responsibilities:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Plan, coordinate, administer and supervise Human Resources activities across all programs and departments</li>
<li>Develop and implement operational and strategic HR planning</li>
<li>Design and implement the development of HR policies, procedures, and best-practices, in coordination with the relevant departments. </li>
<li>Develop HR forecasts, lead on implementation and monitoring of departmental budget, with ability to provide justifications for budgetary recommendations and/or adjustments</li>
<li>Establish and operationalise human resources initiatives that effectively reflect, support, and promote the mission and strategic vision of Still I Rise</li>
<li>Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall organisational operations objectives</li>
<li>Acting as a strategic advisor to the CEO &amp; executive team, alongside individual teams and departments, providing strategies and critical vision as well as innovative solutions concerning key organisational and managerial aspects</li>
<li>Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting &amp; retention plans to meet the human capital needs of strategic goals</li>
<li>Develop and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits plans that are competitive and cost-effective</li>
<li>Act as referral point for all staff, while advising on the most complex and sensitive concerns and issues and providing tailored solutions</li>
<li>Provide overall leadership and guidance to the HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation and benefits globally</li>
<li>Support the legal department in handling any claim arising out of employment relationships within SIR</li>
</ul>
<h3>Essential Skills &amp; Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>A BS/BA degree from an accredited college/university; MBA or MA/MS in human resources or related field is preferred</li>
<li>A minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least five years of executive HR experience and at least five years of international HR experience</li>
<li>Solid understanding of and experience in managing contracts within the Italian labour market and employment laws</li>
<li>Ability to quickly acquire knowledge in employment contract-management in different jurisdictions, as well as to navigate issues of international employment (i.e. consultancies).</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills</li>
<li>Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Strong supervisory and leadership skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage budgets and compensation plans</li>
<li>Coaching and development experience with demonstrated open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity</li>
<li>Proven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition &amp; retention (platforms, channels, techniques, strategies &amp; best-practices, relevant documentation, etc.)</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations</li>
<li>Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems</li>
<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software</li>
<li>Full working proficiency in English and Italian, with at least one additional language amongst Spanish, French, and/or Arabic</li>
</ul>

Chief Human Resources Officer

<h3>Key responsibilities:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Support the Fundraising Director in developing strategies to maximise donations</li>
<li>Work in close collaboration with the Fundraising Director for the planning and implementation of annual budgets</li>
<li>Lead the implementation of strategic plans to produce effective actions and achieve income targets across the range of revenue streams</li>
<li>Monitor the performance of the various channels / campaigns through KPIs shared with the Management and the team</li>
<li>Monitoring monthly budgets, collaborating in identifying reasons for any deviations, giving support in corrective actions research</li>
<li>Draft and update Preparing daily/periodic reports on fundraising activities and performance, for internal and external purposes</li>
<li>Supervise and facilitate the Fundraising Team through the daily departmental operations and ensure coordinations between staff areas</li>
<li>Detect problems and work difficulties in the Fundraising Department,  promoting the identification of solutions, in  coordination with the Fundraising Director</li>
<li>Support, and if necessary, Lead the new individual giving development plan for 2022-2023 which includes acquisition and retention of new donors</li>
<li>If necessary, ensure the continuity of the activities of the various areas also through an operational role</li>
<li>Guarantee the full efficiency of fundraising systems and processes, also with reference to all the technological platforms used, promoting their updating</li>
<li>Stay informed on marketing strategies and be comfortable doing research on different sectors</li>
<li>Supervise the efficiency of Department expenses, procurement processes and suppliers</li>
</ul>
<h3>Essential Skills &amp; Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>University degree or master's degree in line with the position</li>
<li>At least 5 years of experience gained in the fundraising area and non profit sector, in similar positions</li>
<li>Proven experience managing a team</li>
<li>Strategic vision and ability to transform strategies into action plans</li>
<li>Problem solving and negotiation skills</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Proven experience in business development, strategic and operational marketing is also considered relevant</li>
<li>Full ownership of the Organisation's mission, vision and values </li>
<li>Full working proficiency English, both written and oral</li>
</ul>

Fundraising Manager

<h3>Role Description</h3>
The selected candidate will be responsible for creating and editing video assets to use across our digital touchpoints to support our Fundraising and Advocacy campaigns for Still I Rise.
<h3>Key responsibilities:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Support our Fundraising and Advocacy teams by creating high-quality, compelling, digital first video content to inspire our audiences and pull in new ones, drive brand awareness and acquire new donors.</li>
<li>Execute briefs that put our brand into motion and turn ideas into successful scroll-stopping video content for our social media in our tone of voice</li>
<li>Produce stunning video content, especially reels, using tools such as Premier Pro, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign and Photoshop</li>
<li>Deep understanding of usage and clear requirements for music rights, footage and images</li>
<li>Confident in subtitling our video content</li>
<li>Input ideas in preparation of shoots showing clear grasp of our brand and its objectives </li>
</ul>
<h3>Essential Skills &amp; Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>Proven background in video content creation within the digital space</li>
<li>Proactive, fast and flexible problem-solver with the ability to think strategically and creatively</li>
<li>Knowledgeable of the evolving media landscape. We’re looking for someone who is curious and keeps up-to-date with the latest social media trends and platforms</li>
<li>Fluency in Digital formats with a great ability to transform creative ideas into premium video assets that spark meaningful conversations and increase brand loyalty, ultimately converting fans</li>
<li>Deep understanding of usage and clear requirements for music rights, footage and images</li>
<li>Strong understanding of digital platforms, their audience and best practices</li>
<li>Great attention to detail together with a strong ability to respect deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment are essential</li>
<li>Experience working in a creative agency is preferred</li>
</ul>

Digital Video Creator

<h3>Key responsibilities:</h3>
Management and Coordination:
<ul>
<li>Working closely with the Executive Director on passing on the Organisation’s vision and mission, within the program, whilst ensuring topmost quality at all times.</li>
<li>Lead, chair, and coordinate Program Support Unit (PSU): admin, HR, logistics, finance, education, safeguarding and security.</li>
<li>Provide oversight to programme and operational activities, team building and facilitate creation of external partnerships. </li>
<li>Work with PSU to lead monthly/quarterly planning sessions in accordance with proposed work plans, and budget forecasting. As lead, propose strategic realignment strategies. </li>
<li>Supervise and provide guidance to staff, partners and consultants ensuring adherence to planning and priorities.</li>
<li>Effectively represent SIR and International School of Nairobi at different forums/levels.</li>
</ul>
Financial Management:
<ul>
<li>Lead Program Support Unit (PSU) to conduct regular monitoring and reporting on financial management aspects: timely forecasting, preparation and execution of procurement plan, budget vs actual, spending analysis and establish cross linkages with work-plan progress.</li>
</ul>
People and Culture:
<ul>
<li>Lead on recruitment and talent management of the staff. </li>
<li>Ensure robust implementation of HR strategies such as performance management and monitoring systems. </li>
<li>Cultivate and maintain a collaborative and safe workplace environment (WALK the TALK).</li>
<li>Work closely with programs, operations, and other technical units to ensure well-coordinated, streamlined, and professional communication.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge Management:
<ul>
<li>Adapt and promote an integrated implementation approach by coordinating and cooperating with other thematic areas (safeguarding, education).</li>
<li>Provide strategic oversight towards documentation and sharing of knowledge and emerging best practices. </li>
<li>Support strategic units (programs, advocacy, grants) to develop proposals to advance impending priorities.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Essential Skills &amp; Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>5 years of working experience in the nonprofit sector, including managing teams and providing financial and operational oversight.</li>
<li>Experience of working in and across project management cycles.</li>
<li>Experience of working through community participation and/or approaches.</li>
<li>Good IT skills including use of MS Office.</li>
<li>Fluent knowledge of the English language (written and oral).</li>
<li>Certification of SPHERE humanitarian standards will be a plus point</li>
<li>Kenyan national or in possession of full residency status.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Desired Skills:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Previous experience within the Education sector is considered an advantage. </li>
<li>Facilitative leader.</li>
<li>Believes in commitment, integrity, and accountability. </li>
<li>Versatility and adaptability to a changing environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.</li>
<li>Self-starter with ability to provide creative solutions.</li>
<li>Competent in negotiation and problem solving</li>
</ul>