{"id":298680,"date":"2024-08-15T16:43:07","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T16:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/?p=298680"},"modified":"2024-08-15T16:43:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T16:43:07","slug":"equity-bank-hiring-tvet-scholarship-and-opportunity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/equity-bank-hiring-tvet-scholarship-and-opportunity\/","title":{"rendered":"Equity Bank Hiring TVET Scholarship and Opportunity Linkages Manager 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Role Description<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since 2016, the Equity Group Foundation (EGF) has provided over 3,000 beneficiaries with TVET scholarships. EGF seeks to grow this program in Kenya and within the region (DRC, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania) to ensure scholars successfully transition into tertiary education and are equipped with on-demand skills that will ensure they are employable and ready to start businesses.<\/p>\n<h2>Equity Bank Hiring TVET Scholarship and Opportunity Linkages Manager 2024<\/h2>\n<p>The TVET Scholarships and Opportunity Linkages Manager will be responsible for managing TVET scholarships within the region and facilitating opportunities to connect scholars with jobs or access to funding to build businesses.<\/p>\n<p>The successful candidate will collaborate with other key stakeholders to review the current program, design innovative programs in the subsidiaries implement and develop partnerships and sponsorships to fund the program\u2019s activities.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scholarship Management:\u00a0<\/strong>Facilitate the management and administration of scholarships for TVET beneficiaries. This involves collaborating with the partners in developing scholarship criteria and eligibility requirements, reviewing applications, coordinating selection processes, inducting the scholars to the program, and managing the disbursement of funds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Partnership Development:<\/strong>\u00a0Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders such as educational institutions, industry associations, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Collaborate with these partners to identify funding opportunities, create linkages for employment opportunities, internships, or apprenticeships for program beneficiaries. Develop vocational training programs that align with market demand and equip beneficiaries with relevant skills for employment or entrepreneurship.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide career guidance and counselling services<\/strong>\u00a0to support beneficiaries in their career pathways. Facilitate networking events, job fairs, or business incubation programs to connect beneficiaries with potential employers or business mentors. Offer entrepreneurship training and mentorship to support beneficiaries in starting their own businesses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Program Development:<\/strong>\u00a0Contribute to the development of the TVET program by identifying areas of need and potential beneficiaries within the region. Assess the requirements of the labour market and industry trends to align the program with relevant skills and job opportunities. Work with curriculum developers and trainers to ensure the program meets industry standards.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Support and Mentoring:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide guidance and support to scholarship beneficiaries throughout their educational journey. Assist with the enrolment process, academic counselling, and career guidance. Collaborate with trainers and mentors to ensure the overall well-being and success of the students.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Networking and Professional Development:<\/strong>\u00a0Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in TVET and scholarship management through networking with other professionals and attending relevant conferences or workshops. Seek opportunities for professional growth and apply best practices to improve the program\u2019s effectiveness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alumni community and engagement:<\/strong>\u00a0Establish an alumni network to maintain connections with program beneficiaries after their graduation. Develop mentoring programs that connect alumni with current program participants, providing guidance and support. Organize alumni events, such as reunions, workshops, or career development sessions. Leverage the skills and experiences of alumni by involving them as guest speakers, trainers, or mentors within the program. Collect alumni success stories and testimonials to highlight the impact of the program and inspire current beneficiaries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outreach, Linkages and Promotion:<\/strong>\u00a0Develop strategies to raise awareness about the TVET program in secondary schools, stakeholders and share about the I scholarship opportunities within the region. Conduct information sessions, workshops, and promotional events to engage potential beneficiaries and stakeholders. Utilize various communication channels, including social media and local media outlets, to reach a wider audience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitoring and Evaluation:<\/strong>\u00a0Implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track the progress and impact of the TVET program. Collect and analyze data on student outcomes, scholarship utilization, and employment rates. Identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for program enhancement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reporting and Documentation:<\/strong>\u00a0Prepare regular reports on the activities, achievements, and challenges of the TVET program. Maintain accurate records of scholarships awarded, partnerships established, and student progress. Ensure compliance with reporting requirements from funding agencies or program stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial Management:<\/strong>\u00a0Collaborate with the finance team to develop and manage budgets related to scholarships and linkages. Monitor expenditure and ensure adherence to financial guidelines and policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Apply<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s or Master\u2019s degree in education, business, or a related field.<\/li>\n<li>At least 5 years of experience in program management, preferably in the field of education or workforce development.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in fundraising, sponsorship, or grant writing.<\/li>\n<li>Strong networking and relationship building skills.<\/li>\n<li>Member of a Technical Working Group or Associations (Preferred).<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication, presentation, and people skills.<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.<\/li>\n<li>Proficient in data tools and other relevant software.<\/li>\n<li>Strong understanding of technical vocational education and training systems and practices would be a value add.<\/li>\n<li>If you are enthusiastic about creating opportunities for young people to succeed in the workforce and have the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/equitybank.taleo.net\/careersection\/ext_new\/jobdetail.ftl?job=2400007N&amp;tz=GMT%2B03%3A00&amp;tzname=Africa%2FNairobi\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>SEE ALSO:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/southafricaportal.com\/algerian-government-scholarships\/\">Algerian Government Scholarships 2024 | How to Apply<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><div class=\"aa-end\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Description Role Description Since 2016, the Equity Group Foundation (EGF) &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":292588,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[8069],"tags":[143767],"class_list":["post-298680","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-scholarships","tag-equity-bank-hiring-tvet-scholarship-and-opportunity"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - 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