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Program Officer, Imarisha Msichana Scholarship Program

Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya · Nairobi

Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) KenyaNairobiPosted 2 October 2026Apply by 15 October 2026

Position Overview

The Program Officer will play a crucial role in monitoring and mentoring students at various schools funded by the Mastercard Foundation. He/she will also create awareness to win stakeholders' commitment to end Teen pregnancy and Child Marriage; strengthen social accountability among the duty bearers; and enhance agency among young people to demand their sexual and reproductive health and rights.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related Humanities field is preferred.

At least two years’ experience in girls’ education and prior experience implementing or managing a scholarship programme

Valid Certificate of Good Conduct (issued within the last 6 months).

Experience in programme implementation and management within education programming is an added advantage.

Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

A broad grasp of socio-cultural and economic issues with respect to teenage pregnancy

Ability to travel by road to the field

Experience working with county governments, civil society, partners and local communities

Detailed understanding and experience of gender and diversity issues and individual commitment to addressing inequalities in all the key areas of responsibility.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, academic and Professional certificates, and three professional references as One PDF document to

recruitment@fawe.or.ke not later than 15 th October 2026 at 5:00pm.

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