OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: 

• The Volunteer Liaison for CorpsAfrica/Kenya performs a variety of highly responsible and confidential duties. This field-based position manages a select number of Volunteers, supporting them through their CorpsAfrica service – emotionally, professionally and through their activities and projects. They work collaboratively with communities, partners and other stakeholders to support the Volunteers succeed in their service..

Specific Responsibilities:  

• Provide consistent facilitation and support to Volunteers in the communities..
• Serve as a coach for assigned Volunteers to excel in their service.
• Ensure Volunteer targets are fully attained.
• Maintain Volunteer records and reports.
• Create monthly, quarterly and annual reports on Volunteer activities and training.
• Cultivate and maintain cordial relationships with local Public Benefit Organizations, government officials, academia, banks and other relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in program resource mobilization
• Responsible for Volunteer Petty Cash accountability
• Assist with events, training, M & E and any other opportunities as they arise
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the Country Director and/or Deputy Country Director.

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree with at least three years of professional experience two of which should be in community development, youth programming or livelihoods.
• Demonstrated passion and commitment to youth leadership, participatory community development and impact evaluation
• Detail-oriented, results-oriented and organized
• Good at partnership development and resource mobilization
• Excellent speaking, writing, presentation, and computer skills
• Exhibit high integrity, accountability, and discretion in their work.