Community Liaison Officer (1 vacancy)

Purpose of the Job: 

To coordinate graduate community-engaged learning and monitoring of graduate research and innovations. 

Qualifications

1. A Master’s degree in in any of the following fields: Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Education, Agriculture and Rural Innovation, Management Studies from a recognized institution
2. An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Education, Management Studies, Agriculture and Rural Innovation from a recognized /institution 

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of graduate community-engaged learning activities.
2. Co-ordinate the volunteer placements and community engagements for students.
3. Track and document graduate-led research, innovations, and community interventions.
4. Serve as the primary liaison between the Program and community partners.
5. Provide guidance to students on community entry protocols, participatory engagement methods and co-creation approaches.
6. Coordinate all activities to facilitate transitioning of Scholars from the University to formal employment and entrepreneurship engagements.
7. Compile and analyze data related to program activities, and prepare accurate, timely reports to support decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement.
8. Monitor, identify and report any safeguarding concerns that may arise during the Program implementation.
9. Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor

Experience

A minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, at the level of Assistant Field Mobiliser/Coordinator in a reputable organization.  

Competencies

1. Demonstrated knowledge of community-engaged learning, participatory research, and co-creation methodologies.
2. Ability to establish, formalize, and nurture partnerships with communities, local governments, private sector, and civil society organizations.
3. Demonstrated capacity in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and results-based reporting
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.