Youth Engagement Officer at Kazi Solutions Ltd

"We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Persons living with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided during the recruitment process upon request."

Requirements

• Must be a youth with disability 
• Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. 
• Experience working with youth and/or persons with disabilities in multiple projects. 
• Strong knowledge of disability rights, inclusive education, and youth development principles. 
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and facilitation skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people. 
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and social justice. 
• Event planning experience is a plus. 
• Proficiency in using communication and collaboration tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and social media management tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to identify youth with disabilities from across Africa who may benefit from the program.  
• Collaborate with the events team to develop and implement youth engagement programs and initiatives that bring together youth with disabilities 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with youth organizations across Africa, disability groups, universities, and local communities to foster collaboration and engagement. 
• Work with African youth to amplify their voices and ensure they are represented in speaking opportunities 
• Track the success and impact of youth engagement programs through regular assessments and feedback mechanisms. 
• Create reports to inform program objectives and implementation of initiatives. 
• Adjust programs based on feedback from participants, ensuring responsiveness to the needs of youth with disabilities. 
• Lead engagement activities during events, ensuring they are accessible and inclusive to all participants. 
• Work with the logistics team and events team to ensure a good flow of participant recruitment and event promotion.