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World University Service of Canada
Program Officer, Complementary Pathways - Consultant (maternity Cover)

World University Service Of Canada

Nairobi | Full Time | NGO / Non-Profit Associations

Closing in 13 hours ago

 The Consultant, Program Officer, Complementary Pathways will support the following functions:

  • Coordinate planning with project stakeholders in various locations including Nairobi, Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps and any other target locations.
  • Support in students and stakeholder engagements.
  • Support with logistics for various project activities including convening project beneficiaries for group and individual activities.
  • Organize travel logistics for WUSC Kenya and WUSC Ottawa staff members.
  • Travel to Kakuma and/or Dadaab refugee camp and any other target locations during the SRP selection process and to provide follow-up support to the selected cohort.
  • Maintain constant communication with the beneficiaries. 
  • Participate in regular meetings with WUSC Kenya and WUSC Ottawa team as and when needed.
  • All other related tasks, as required.  

Candidate Experience and Competencies

  • University degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
  • 2–3 years’ experience in the NGO, humanitarian, or refugee sectors.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Fluent in English; French is an added advantage.
  • Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding of crisis contexts.
  • Committed to gender equality.
  • Highly organized, goal-oriented, and able to work independently under pressure.
  • Proficient in IT tools, especially spreadsheets and PDF programs.
  • Flexible and creative, with willingness to travel to locations such as Kakuma and Dadaab for two weeks at a time each quarter or as needed

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