IIEC Curriculum Development Consultant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Background

The Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) was established by the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Act 2008 following the disbandment of the Electoral Commission of Kenya (ECK) as a result of the disputed 2007 presidential elections.

The mandate of IIEC is to among others conduct voter education and promote a culture of democracy in the country. Pursuant to this mandate, IIEC with support from The Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), is seeking the services of qualified and experienced consultant/s to undertake the development of a national voter education curriculum.

The envisaged Voter Education Curriculum will be the standard document of use by IIEC staff, political party leaders, civil society organizations, faith based organizations and other stakeholders at national and grassroots level conducting voter education in the country.

Specific Tasks

Examine the existing Voter Education Curriculum and review its content in view of current socio political realitiesReview at least five existing voter/civic education curricula used with a view of enriching IIEC Voter Education CurriculumExamine the Constitution and incorporate appropriately all salient features in the Voter Education CurriculumConsult appropriate stakeholders in the construction of content of the voter education curriculumFacilitate Focus Group Discussions and validation workshopsWork closely with designer to come up with print/camera ready copies of the voter education curriculumMasters Degree in Education, Political Science or related field with specialization in curriculum developmentDemonstrated understanding of the governance and political processes in KenyaExperience in developing and or evaluating curriculaWorking experience on electoral issues especially voter/civic education.Experienced adult facilitator or instructorFluency in EnglishGood communication skillsA comprehensive well written National Voter Education Curriculum Validation workshop reportsDuration of Assignment:

Successful applicants should be available to commence work on 1st December 2010 and deliver a draftcopy by 15th December 2010.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should forward a detailed proposal with a budget, updated CV, a list of similar assignments undertaken in the last five years to the

Chief Electoral Officer, IIEC;
Anniversary Towers, 6th Floor,
University Way
P.O Box 45371 -00100
Nairobi.

OR Email: jose.gitagama@gmail.com

The closing date for the applications is on 19* November 2010.

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