Main
purpose of the Job:
JF Kapnek's work on education aims to improve access to ECD services for
children from rural districts through implementing an integrated ECD model
(IECD). The IECD program has the following components to make it a
comprehensive package of services for children ECD Infrastructure improvements;
Positive Parenting; Supporting child protection committees; School-based health
assessments; Supplementary Feeding; Early Infant Stimulation Pilot Project; and
Inclusive ECD learning. The intern will play a supporting role in the
implementation of ECD projects including program development and providing
administrative support. Additionally, he/she will assist the program officer in
providing technical support, building capacity, and mentoring community
volunteers, parents, and caregivers in various core program areas of ECD to
ensure children in the target communities have a better start in life.
- Assist
in the development and implementation of ECD programs focused on child
health and nutrition and early learning interventions, including creating
educational materials, training resources, and monitoring tools.
- Support
the coordination of project activities, including scheduling meetings,
preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
- Assist
in data collection and analysis related to child health and nutrition
indicators, such as growth monitoring, immunization coverage, and school
feeding.
- Assist
in rolling out the integrated economic strengthening activities including
ISALs for ECD caregivers.
- Contribute
to the preparation of project reports, presentations, and other
communication materials.
- Collaborate
with team members to ensure the smooth implementation of ECD child health
and nutrition projects.
- Support
enrollment of children with disabilities in ECD and community-based early
learning centers.
- Maintain
accurate records and documentation of project activities and outcomes.
- Assist
in documenting child health and nutrition best practices, policies, and
interventions in the field of early childhood development.
- Stay up
to date with current research and trends in child health and nutrition and
contribute to the development of evidence-based interventions.
Requirements
Functional skills and
knowledge
- A
strong understanding of principles of child development from a family
centered approach.
- Knowledge
of international guidelines on ECD
- Good
stakeholder engagement and coordination skills
- Ability
to work independently and within teams.
- Strong
interest in child health and nutrition, with a commitment to improving the
well-being of young children.
- Excellent
research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather, analyze, and
synthesize information from various sources.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data analysis
software.
- Good
communication in local languages, and English speaking/ and writing
skills.
Person
Specification
- Bachelor’s
degree in ECD, public health, Nutrition or a related field.
- Postgraduate
qualifications in Monitoring and evaluation, program management will be an
added advantage.
- A
minimum of 1 year of experience in programmes related to early
identification and childhood development, OVC and economic strengthening.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in ECD, public health, Nutrition or a related field
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in programmes related to early identification and childhood development, OVC and economic strengthening
- Knowledge of international guidelines on ECD
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis software
- Good communication in local languages and English speaking/writing skills
What We Do
The J.F. Kapnek Trust works to improve family health, reduce child mortality, and create educational opportunities for the children of Zimbabwe by implementing scalable, sustainable programs in partnership with local communities and government.
