Our mission is to provide youths, in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and beyond, with evidence-based tools to improve their life outcomes. We believe in a world where youth, anywhere, can actualize their life outcomes. Founded at Harvard and launched in Kenya in 2018, we combine rigorous social science research with deep contextual knowledge of the education and mental healthcare space in SSA and beyond.
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Supervising Fellows throughout their tenure (training through program wrap-up)
Completing a supervisor training program and attending and assisting with Shamiri Fellow training
Undertaking necessary continuous professional development as provided by Shamiri
Attending all program sessions, you are assigned and always arrive on time
Assisting with logistical aspects of program delivery, particularly in preparation for and during program delivery at schools
Acting as a line of communication between Shamiri Fellows and Shamiri staff
Acting, with supervision, to help ensure participation and Shamiri Fellows’ health, confidentiality, and safety
Attending meetings with fellow Shamiri supervisors and relaying information promptly outside meetings as and when necessary
Develop and submit weekly reports highlighting the following: special cases reported, challenges reported during the week, positive highlights of the week, etc
Work with Hub Coordinatorsto resolve basic-level issues and disputes among fellows
Help with orientation, onboarding, and training of the ShamiriFellows as and when needed
Working, with supervision, to provide clinical support to the in-need students in schools during and after the program implementation
Consistently update relevant digital hub channels
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in psychology, counselling, or clinical psychology. Some past practice experience in clinical practice, wellness, psychology, or mental health work (e.g., having worked as a Fellow or a group leader) would be an added advantage
Demonstrate the ability to recognize and reflect on one’s values, attitudes, beliefs, biases, emotions, and past experiences
Use mistakes as opportunities for growth
Demonstrate interest in helping others and ensuring their confidentiality, fair treatment, safety, and well-being
Demonstrate commitment to the broad scope of values, ethics, and goals at the height of the Shamiri mission
Possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills; show that you are highly responsible
Possess strong time management skills and a strong sense of punctuality
Possess strong communication skills both with supervisors and supervisees
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