Project Officer – Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
Quick answer
ICS SP is hiring a mid-level Project Officer – Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Machakos County, Kenya, to manage and coordinate early childhood interventions, with a deadline of 26th September 2026.
- Role
- Project Officer – Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
- Organization
- ICS SP
- Location
- Machakos County, Kenya
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Project Officer – Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) will coordinate ICS SP's early childhood care and education interventions in Machakos County, Kenya, focusing on improving access, equity, and quality of services for children from conception to age 8.
What you'll do
- Lead the start-up, implementation, and administration of the ECCE project
- Provide technical support to the design and implementation of ECCE interventions
- Develop and present progress, process, and financial reports
- Work with the MEAL team to implement an effective M&E and learning framework
- Build and sustain relationships with relevant government departments and strategic technical partners
- Represent ICS SP at government, donor, partner, and other relevant meetings and events
What it takes
- At least 5–7 years of programming experience in early childhood development, education, maternal and child health, parenting, or community education
- Strong understanding of global evidence and best practice in Early Childhood Development and ECCE
- Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and donor reporting
- Experience operationalising ECCE, parenting, and child protection interventions within sub-national government systems and service delivery platforms
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, reporting, communication, and presentation skills
- Proven ability to manage self and guide a frontline workforce
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Machakos County, Kenya.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least 5-7 years of programming experience, strong project management skills, and experience operationalising ECCE interventions within sub-national government systems.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by filling in the application form and uploading a merged CV and application letter by the deadline of 26th September 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on ICS SP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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