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Education Officer NGO

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KenyaMid level · Not statedCloses Saturday, 31 October 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 23 Oct 2026
Illustration of a classroom with desks, books and a chalkboard.

About this role

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Role overview

A wildlife conservation non-profit in Kenya is looking for an Education Officer to support the design, implementation, and monitoring of education programmes. This role suits candidates with experience in education programming within NGO or humanitarian environments who can work on-site and engage with schools and communities.

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What you will do

  • Plan, coordinate, and deliver school-based and Field Lab activities, competitions, and community outreach events.
  • Recruit and retain schools for the education programme.
  • Prepare an annual calendar of activities including those for international wildlife and environment days.
  • Ensure all project activities meet set timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of project progress and outcomes.
  • Organize and facilitate field visits to parks, reserves, and the Field Lab to support experiential learning.
  • Build and maintain relationships with teachers, school administrators, and community leaders.
  • Support public events and awareness campaigns promoting environmental stewardship.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, child protection, donor, legal, and organisational requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments for field visits and community events.
  • Assist in developing and adapting educational materials and digital resources.
  • Work with the monitoring and evaluation team to collect and analyse data and prepare reports for management and donors.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Education, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Conservation, Community Development, or a related field.
  • Two to three years of relevant experience in education, outreach, or community engagement programmes, preferably with an NGO or conservation organisation.
  • Experience working with schools, teachers, and community partners.
  • Experience planning and delivering outdoor learning activities including conducting basic risk assessments.
  • Experience in monitoring activities, keeping records, and reporting, preferably for donor-funded projects.

How to apply

Send your CV quoting the job title 'Education Officer' through the employer's official contact before 31 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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