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The Government of Kenya is committed to promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Train ing (TVET), as stipulated in Article 55 of the Constitution. The goal is to provide quality education that equips learners with skills for global competitiveness. However, the implementation of this goal faces several challenges. Demographic changes have led to increased demand for training, requiring the government to rapidly expand its training capacity. Other significant challenges include limited financial resources, low teaching quality, insufficient reliable and aggregated data for decision-making, weak linkages between training and labour market needs, an overly theoretical orientation of many programmes, and the low income generated by most training institutions.  Since TVET is a devolved function, county governments are responsible for running and financing most Vocational Training Centres (VTCs). Kisumu County, one of the 47 devolved administrative units, operates 28 VTCs. The county intends to transform some of these VTCs into "Centres of Vocational Expertise" (CoVEs), each specialising in one or two priority professions.  Smart specialisation is a defining characteristic of a CoVEx. It emphasises the strategic focus on high-impact sectors and technologies that align with regional economic priorities. CoVEx institutions integrate their training programmes into broader innovation ecosystems, thereby maximising eco nomic impact and improving graduate employability. In Kisumu County, agriculture has been identified as a key economic sector, particularly in the context of the Blue Economy and environmental challenges and represents an important source of income for the region. Your activities / tasks As a Comundo Technical Advisor, you will play a key role in advancing Comundo's country programme in Kenya by supporting Kisumu County in the development of sustainable agricultural practices, strengthening technical and vocational agricultural training, and enhancing collaboration between training institutions, industry, and farming communities. Your contribution will help increase produc tivity, improve food security, and promote economic empowerment within the county.  Your responsibilities will include:Improve agricultural training programs and curricula in TVET institutions in alignment with labour market needs.Mentor TVET instructors and extension officers in modern agricultural technologies.Facilitate dual training initiatives linking classroom learning with practical experience in farms and agribusiness. Strengthen collaboration between farmers, agribusiness stakeholders and training institutions.Promote adoption of sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices.Support agripreneurship and business incubation initiatives within TVET institutions.Develop partnerships with financial institutions for graduates' access to credit and resources.Your profile Solid qualification in agricultureMinimum of 5 years relevant professional experienceProven experience in climate smart agriculture and in the use of modern pedagogical tools and practicesExperience in aquaculture is an added advantageExperience in curriculum development and the creation of learning materialsSubstantial computer literacy and excellent command of the English languageAdditional experience in Organisational Development, project management and communication is an assetAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamHigh social competences and intercultural sensitivity

Our partner organisation, Salesian of Don Bosco, runs the Don Bosco Technical College located in the mining town of Chingola, in the Copperbelt province of Zambia. With the introduction of skills bursary awards by the government under the Constituency Development Fund, the institution has seen a surge in the number of youths eager to be trained in the various skills courses offered. These young adults are the primary target group for training in Auto Electrical skills, a course in high demand in the region. There are very few service providers in this field. As a vocational training institution, it is crucial for us to have expertise in this area. Your activities/tasks As a Comundo co-worker, you will support the establishment of a training unit for Auto Electrical skills development. You will advise the institution, collaborate with the training staff on course profiling, develop training documentation manuals, and ensure knowledge transfer by training the trainers of Automotive Mechanics to be proficient in the field. Among other roles, you will support:Training the trainers to have a comprehensive understanding of the automotive electrical field, both in theory and practical aspects.Developing the curriculum and training manuals/documentation for the course.Offering consultancy services, checks and balances, quality assurance, and additional support.Providing continuous professional development to instructors.Offering professional support and guidance in the formulation of an MoU and policy guidelines on behalf of the institution. Your profile Minimum of a diploma in the Automotive Electrical field3 years or more of experience in the fieldA certification in Teaching MethodologyFluency in written and spoken English General requirements Resident in Switzerland or GermanyIntercultural competencies and the ability to act in diverse contextsGood physical and mental healthBasic knowledge in project management, institutional development and adult education welcomeAbility to work independently and in a teamHigh social skills and intercultural sensitivityYou are motivated to live a simple lifestyleYou are prepared to contribute to public relations and fundraising We offer An exciting working environment with an ample space for initiative, participation and intercultural contactsAn adequate preparationIntroduction to the situation of the country of assignment and local supportLiving and insurance costs during your assignmentTravelling costs in both directionsInitial financial aid after your return

The Government of Zambia is committed to promoting Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training (TEVET), serving as a path for young people finding sustainable employment. However, the implementation of TEVET is faced with difficulties. Challenges include a lack of infrastructure at Vocational Training Institutions (VTIs), the linkage of training to labour market needs, the strong theoretical orientation of training and gender imbalances, among others. On top, the country – with an electricity source predominantly laying on hydropower – faces more regular droughts creating prolonged electricity shortages, what also affects a smooth running of training courses and education in general. On the other hand, there is high potential to diversify energy and with that employment in sectors such as solar energy. Within this context, Comundo – in collaboration with the responsible authority TEVETA and multiple partners – implements the project "Energy Skills 4 Youth (ES4Y): Competencybased vocational skills development in the (solar) energy sector to improve the livelihoods of disadvantaged youth".  Your activities/tasks As a Comundo Co-Worker, you will be part of Comundo's country programme in Zambia, that focuses on basic- and vocational education with the overall goal of contributing to inclusive quality education (SDG 4). As part of the ES4Y team, you will particularly contribute to strengthening the TEVET system with a focus on competency-based training for (solar) electricity / energy for high-quality and inclusive TEVET for young people, at the same time contributing to reliable and clean energy. Based in Lusaka, you will collaborate with the Project Manager ES4Y, national and international advisors as well as further key stakeholders, including government bodies, vocational training institutions (VTIs), energy-sector partners. Thereby, you will be directly attached to one of the VTIs – also providing remote and on-site (through visits) support to other VTIs as part of the ES4Y programme. Among others you willFacilitate the implementation of a competency-based education and training (CBET curriculum for solar energy) Contribute to the development and review of teaching and learning materialsSupport the introduction of workplace-based learning approaches and linkages with industry¨Monitor and accompany the implementation of the curriculum implementationStrengthen partnerships with relevant ministries, TEVETA, vocational training institutions, private sector actors in the energy field, as well as youth and community-led organisationsIdentify capacity development needs of partner institutions through participatory methods and provide training and technical guidanceYour profileSolid qualification in Education / Pedagogics / TEVET, or related fields.Professional experience within the education sector, ideally with a focus on TEVET.Demonstrated knowledge on competency-based education, learner-centered methods, etc.Knowledge in the field of renewable energy is not required, but a strong advantage. Substantial computer literacy and very good command of the English language.Adaptability and flexibility, collaboration and networking skills. Willingness to travel within and beyond Lusaka (i.e. to the Copperbelt and Central Provinces). General requirementsCompleted vocational or tertiary educationAt least 5 years of professional experienceBetween 25 and 60 years oldResident in Switzerland, Swiss citizenship or EUIntercultural competencies and the ability to act in diverse contextsGood physical and mental healthAbility to work independently and in a teamHigh social skills and intercultural sensitivityYou are motivated to live a simple lifestyleYou are prepared to contribute to public relations and fundraising