Vacancy Announcement
Childcare Administrator
The Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development is
looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of a Childcare
Administrator at a Child Care Centre in City Park Parklands, Nairobi County.
The candidates will be reporting to the Program
Coordinator, Child Protection and Care
1.Tasks and Responsibilities
The Child care Administrator shall perform the
following among other duties and responsibilities:
- Allocation
of duties to staff.
- Supervising
staff to do their work to the required standards.
- Conduct
periodic performance appraisal for staff.
- Keeping
books of accounts.
- Overseeing
preparation of meals and snacks for the kids.
- Organizing
activities and developing curriculum for older children.
- Developing
a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day.
- Keeping
records including of each child’s progress, interests and any problem that
may occur.
- Maintaining
contacts with the children parents and contacting them in case of an
emergency.
- Preparing
children progress reports and accounts reports to resource partners.
- Ensuring
the children have a good hygiene and play areas are clean throughout the
day.
- Perform
any other duties assigned by your supervisor from time to time
Duties
During this appointment the employee will be expected to
carry out duties appropriate to this appointment, and CCGD may make reasonable
adjustments to the job description. The employee will be notified of the
changes in writing.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the Child
Care Administrator
- Diploma
or Certificate in Early Childhood Education(ECDE)
- At
least to 3 – 5 years’ experience working in a childcare setting
- Experience
working closely with children between 0 to 4 years of age
- Ability
to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Diploma
or higher in Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE), Child
Development, Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum
of 5 years’ experience in a childcare, early childhood education, or child
protection setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or
administrative role.
- Strong
leadership and organizational skills with demonstrated experience
overseeing caregiving staff, daily operations.
- Computer
literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems for
maintaining childcare attendance, enrollment, and developmental records.
- Understanding
of child protection policies and safeguarding protocols, with experience
in implementing them in an institutional or community setting.
- Experience
working directly with children aged 0–4 years, with a deep understanding
of early childhood development milestones.
- Strong
communication skills for engaging with parents, caregivers, and
stakeholders, including writing reports and conducting parent meetings.
- Ability
to multitask and manage time effectively, especially in dynamic or
high-pressure environments.
- Knowledge
of nutrition and hygiene standards relevant to childcare settings.
- Commitment
to promoting gender-sensitive and inclusive childcare environments.
Method of Application
Send your application letter and Curriculum vitae only to
the HR officer on hr@ccgdcentre.org and
copy ccgdinfo@gmail.com clearly
indicating the position you are applying for before 20th June
2025.
Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
N/B; Certificates and testimonials are not required at
the application stage.
Care Giver
The Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development is
looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of 4 caregivers in a Child
Care Centre in City Park in Parklands, Nairobi County.
The candidates will be reporting to the Child Care
Administrator
1.Tasks and Responsibilities
The Care Giver shall perform the following among other
duties and responsibilities:
- Nurture
and care for children while parents are at work.
- Supervise
children while they are playing outside.
- Coordinate
with the Administrator organize activities and implement curricula that
stimulate children’s physical. Emotional, intellectual and social growth.
- Report
any unusual incidents/ behavior to the Program Officer/parent.
- Ensure
children have adequate supplies from home such as clothes, diapers etc.
- Perform
any other duties assigned from time to time by your supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the
Caregivers
- Certificate
in early childhood education, child development or related field.
- At
least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in caring for young children,
including in formal childcare centers, daycares, or as a professional
nanny in a home-based setting.
- Knowledge
of child development principles and age-appropriate practices.
- Strong
communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact
effectively with children, parents, and co-workers.
- Demonstrated
patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for nurturing and supporting the
development of young children.
- Ability
to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive and
supportive work environment.
- High
level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling
children’s welfare and family matters.
- Basic
understanding of nutrition and hygiene practices related to young
children’s care.
- Flexibility
and adaptability to respond to the evolving needs of children in dynamic
childcare settings.
Method of Application
Send your application letter and Curriculum vitae only to
the HR officer on hr@ccgdcentre.org and
copy ccgdinfo@gmail.com clearly
indicating the position you are applying for before 20th June
2025.
Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
N/B; Certificates and testimonials are not required at
the application stage.
Cook
The Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development is
looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of a cook in a Child Care
Centre in City Park, Parklands Nairobi County.
The candidates will be reporting to the Child Care
Administrator
1.Tasks and Responsibilities
The Cook shall perform the following among
other duties and responsibilities:
- Plan
and prepare the budget for the kitchen in consultation with the
Administrator as appropriate
- Preparation
of balanced and healthy meals for the children.
- Ensuring
that the prepared meals are served on time.
- Keep
regular inventory of kitchen equipment and supplies and re-ordering stock
as needed.
- Ensuring
that cooking utensils are clean before and after use.
- Cleaning
food preparation areas and ensuring high standards of hygiene and
cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen.
- Ensure
proper storage of food supplies.
- Perform
any other duties assigned by your supervisor from time to time
Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the Cook
High school diploma or equivalent required;
culinary school or cooking certification preferred.
- Minimum
of 1-2 years of experience working as a cook in a professional kitchen
environment. Experience in food preparation for large groups such as
schools or daycare centers, is preferred.
- Experience
in menu planning and meal preparation for children is beneficial.
- Knowledge
of cooking techniques, food safety principles, and proper sanitation
practices.
- Familiarity
with a variety of cooking equipment and kitchen tools.
- Ability
to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong
communication and teamwork skills.
Method of Application
Send your application letter and Curriculum vitae only to
the HR officer on hr@ccgdcentre.org and
copy ccgdinfo@gmail.com clearly
indicating the position you are applying for before 20th June
2025 .
Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
N/B; Certificates and testimonials are not required at
the application stage.
Cleaner
The Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development is
looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of a cleaner in a Child
Care Centre in City Park, Parklands Nairobi County.
The candidates will be reporting to the Child Care
Administrator
1.Tasks and Responsibilities
The Cleaner shall perform the following among
other duties and responsibilities:
- Clean
and disinfect surfaces, including tables, chairs etc.
- Properly
dispose waste, replace garbage bags and ensure waste areas are clean.
- Check,
prepare a list of cleaning supplies such detergents, hand wash etc.
- Replenish
toilet papers in the washrooms and ensure all the rest rooms are clean for
use.
- Cleaning
food preparation areas and ensuring high standards of hygiene and
cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen.
- Perform
any other duties assigned by your supervisor from time to time
Duties
During this appointment the employee will be expected to
carry out duties appropriate to this appointment, and CCGD may make reasonable
adjustments to the job description. The employee will be notified of the
changes in writing.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the
Cleaner
- High
school diploma (KCSE)
- Minimum
of 1-2 years of experience working as a cleaner.
- Ability
to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Method of Application
Send your application letter and Curriculum vitae only to
the HR officer on hr@ccgdcentre.org and
copy ccgdinfo@gmail.com clearly
indicating the position you are applying for before 20th June
2025.
Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
N/B; Certificates and testimonials are not required at the application stage.