Posted:Oct 14
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Non-Profit Organization Management
Description:
The Pharo Foundation (the ‘’Foundation”) is a privately-funded entrepreneurial organisation that runs philanthropic programmes as well as for-profit social enterprises. The vision of the Foundation is an economically vibrant and inclusive Africa. The mission is to achieve this vision by investing in the human and physical capital of Africa, with an emphasis on job creation. Established in 2011, The Foundation has been implementing numerous programmes in Ethiopia and Somaliland and is in the process of expanding into Rwanda and Kenya. The strategic pillars of the Foundation are education, health, water, and agriculture. An example of a project is a girls’ boarding school in Western Ethiopia which provides secondary education for 240 pupils and is fully funded by the Foundation. Another is a large-scale water project in Somaliland that will soon bring water to 6,000 households and their livestock. In 2020, the Foundation also established Pharo Ventures, its wholly owned social enterprise arm in East Africa. Pharo Ventures has already embarked on a series of ambitious businesses in Somaliland and Ethiopia in the construction and agro-processing sectors, and is about to launch its first Kenyan venture. Headquartered in London, the Foundation has an operational HQ in Nairobi, Kenya with country offices in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa and Assosa), Somaliland (Hargeisa), and Rwanda (Kigali).
Job Description
Pharo Foundation Responsibilities
As part of our commitment to creating a meaningful and supportive volunteer experience, Pharo Schools will:
- Provide Local Accommodation: Where applicable, accommodation will be provided for volunteers placed in boarding school settings.
- Offer Orientation and Cultural Immersion: Volunteers will receive a comprehensive induction, including an introduction to Pharo Schools, our values, and local cultural context.
- Issue a Reference Letter: Upon successful completion of the programme, volunteers will be provided with an official reference letter acknowledging their contribution.
Key Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Pharo Schools Teacher Volunteer Programme, applicants should demonstrate:
- Clear safeguarding track record.
- Preferred availability within an academic year or term.
- Relevant Educational Background: A degree or qualification in Education or a related field.
- Values Alignment: Strong commitment to the mission and values of the Pharo Foundation.
- Cultural Adaptability: Willingness to embrace and adapt to diverse local contexts and school environments.
- Relevant Experience: Prior experience in teaching or educational support in the area of interest (subject or level).
Application deadline: 14th November 2025
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
