Care of Creation Kenya Project Manager Job Vacancies in Kijabe Kenya October 2012
The mission of Care of Creation Kenya is to pursue a God-centered
response to the environmental crisis in Africa which brings glory to the
Creator, advances the cause of Christ, and leads to a transformation of
the people and the land that sustains them.
To accomplish this mission, Care of Creation Kenya (CCK) is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the following position:
Job Title: Project Manager for Biblically-based Community Development
Location: Kijabe (Care of Creation Kenya office at Moffat Bible College)
Reports To: The Executive Director
General Summary:
This person will promote a God-centered approach to environmental
stewardship and provide competent oversight for community development
and educational initiatives undertaken by Care of Creation Kenya (CCK).
Primary responsibilities will involve planning, the coordination of
CCK staff and demonstrations, and the administration of training
activities for Churches, schools, farmers and community groups in the
areas of forestry and Farming God’s Way.
Required Qualifications
- Mature Christian with a heart for ministering to local communities
- Excellent teaching skills / Demonstrated experience in teaching from Scripture
- Excellent management, planning and administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Strong computer proficiency (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
- Demonstrated background in Christian ministry and outreach
- Demonstrated ability to appropriately supervise others and work as a team
- Background or work experience in agriculture, forestry, conservation, or environmental education
- Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in community
development from a reputable institution or equivalent experience.
- Ability to relocate and live within reasonable distance from Kijabe.
Preferred Qualifications
- Grant-writing and fund-raising experience a plus.
- Current Driver’s license (qualified for operating a motorcycle a plus).
Key Responsibilities and Duties: Manage and
coordinate the community development and educational initiatives of the
organization in a way that reinforces a God-centered vision of caring
for creation.
Training / Mobilization / Community Development
- Plan, organize and conduct training seminars in cooperation with the Executive Director.
- Mobilize groups / communities / CCK partners to take action on environmental matters.
- Provide biblically-based and scientifically sound teaching to various audiences.
- Conduct monitoring and evaluation with partners and community groups.
Management / Administration / Communication
- Provide spiritual leadership for the organization
- Provide management and oversight for CCK staff members
- Maintain project records & databases / Produce reports / Assist with grant-writing
- Facilitate the proper functioning and management of CCK’s demonstration site
- Facilitate the efficiency of verbal and email communication for the organization
- Manage and oversee outreach activities related to forestry and Farming God’s Way
Application Procedure (Consideration given ONLY to applicants who submit ALL items below)
1) Submit a letter of intent to apply for this position that
summarizes your educational and work history. Include an explanation of
why you want to work for CCK and why you are qualified for this
position.
2) Submit a 1 page description of your personal testimony and experience as a Christian.
3) Submit your CV and provide FOUR references, including TWO
references from your most recent employers, and TWO character
references. Include their phone numbers and email addresses.
4) Submit written answers to the following items / questions:
A. Briefly describe your primary goals in life.
B. Briefly describe your understanding of what is meant by “Community Development”.
C. Briefly describe your experience relating to the position for which you have applied.
D. Briefly describe a time where you provided spiritual leadership in a work, church, or home setting.
E. What spiritual gifts do you feel God has given to you?
F. What is your current salary level?
G. CCK is a faith-based mission organization that depends upon
charitable donations from churches and Christian foundations. Based on
this understanding, what are your salary expectations for the advertised
position?
Note: The organization prefers that you submit your application materials electronically to the director at this address:
Craig@careofcreation.org.
Application deadline: Oct 30th, 2012
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