Sub County ECDE Officer at Muranga County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for the coordination, administration and management of ECD programs in the sub-county at the same time monitoring and evaluation of the programs
• Ensure efficient and effective running of ECD programs in the sub-county and at ward level
• Maintenance and supervision of ECD teachers and ECD sub-county staff establishments
• Address administrative issues emanating from wards for better program management and implementation
• Monitor and evaluate the ECD programs in the sub-county and mobilise local community and parents to ensure sustainability of the ECD programs
• Supervise curriculum implementation and advisory assessments in ECD centre’s in the sub-county
• Advocate for the needs and rights of children and ECD programs
• Create awareness on the importance of early childhood development programs
• Analyze and document county ECD data drawn from wards
• Maintain content development expertise and disseminates such knowledge by providing ongoing quality assistance Early Childhood Development Officer and Supervises in the county
• Develop and disseminate resources and best practices for the process of implementing quality improvement efforts in early child education development.
• Provide ongoing quality assurance to address children’s challenging behaviours and sensory needs.
• Support the professional development of all staff by delivering coaching and technical assistance in the county
• Provide guidance and support to staff with implementation of curriculum/individualization plans and ongoing assessments.
• Put in place mechanisms to ensure networking and advocacy for ECD service providers in the sub-county is effective.
• Carry out any other duties as it will be assigned by the county director education or other senior officer in the section.

Requirement for appointment

• Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field from a recognised institution
• Professional Certificate in a relevant field from a recognized Institution
• Three (3) years relevant work experience
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of relevant professional standards affecting the operations especially the code of ethics.
• Knowledge of legislation affecting area of work