Creative Mentor at United States International University - USIU Africa

The Position

We are looking for 40 visionary and proactive Creative Mentors in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nairobi or Kiambu Counties who meet the following requirements:

• Have evidence of undertaking mentorship to youth in the creative sector
• Have proven capacity to provide space (for events, rehearsals, etc)
• Be willing to institutionalize the creative curriculum as part of capacity development.
• Proven experience working with the youth in the creative sector.
• Be actively involved in creative sector activities in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nairobi or Kiambu counties.
• Have excellent communication and networking skills.
• Be adaptable and flexible so as to meet the unique needs of the CO-CARE mentees.
• Holders of a diploma or higher will have an added advantage.

Responsibilities

The Creative mentor will be tasked with:

• Providing visionary and inspirationalw leadership, personalized guidance and support to the mentees as per the CO-CARE guide.
• Developing technical skills of the mentees and providing guidance and feedback for improvement.
• Identifying job and gig opportunities for the mentees to earn an income in collaboration with the creative marketer.
• Supporting the project with monthly monitoring and reporting as per the tools provided.
• In collaboration with the creative marketer and the mentees, organize one county-based mentorship and opportunity event.