Scholarship Officer at Ol Pejeta Conservancy (OPC)

Role Summary
The Scholarship Officer supports the implementation and management of Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s scholarship programs, ensuring that students receive the financial and mentorship support necessary for academic success.

 Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic performance and well-being: Maintain regular communication with scholarship beneficiaries and their schools to track progress and address challenges affecting their education.
• Facilitate scholarship disbursement and financial management: Ensure school fees and other financial aid are processed on time while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Organize mentorship and career development programs: Plan and implement mentorship sessions, career talks, and skills-building activities to support student growth beyond
• Engage with donors and provide regular updates: Prepare reports and updates on student progress, program impact, and key achievements to maintain strong donor relationships.
• Plan and execute scholarship-related events: Organize award ceremonies, mentorship days, and student networking forums that bring together students, alumni, and donors
• Maintain accurate records of scholarship beneficiaries: Update and manage a database of student performance, financial support, and mentorship participation for reporting and
• Foster relationships with schools, parents, and community stakeholders: Work closely with teachers, school administrators, and parents to provide necessary support for scholarship
• Support alumni engagement and post-graduation tracking: Track and engage past scholarship recipients, creating connections to employment and further opportunities.
• Prepare reports and contribute to program evaluation: Compile reports on scholarship activities, student progress, and program effectiveness while recommending improvements.Coordinate the selection and onboarding of scholarship beneficiaries: Ensure a transparent and inclusive selection process, working with community leaders and schools to identify deserving students.
• Any other additional duties as maybe assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related
• Specialized training in conservation education or community engagement is an

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in scholarship or education program

Skills:

• Detail-oriented and highly
• Strong interpersonal and mentorship
• Excellent report-writing and data management
• Ability to engage effectively with donors and external partners