Closing on: May 9, 2026

25th April 2026.  

The Organization 

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (“Ol Pejeta”) is home to a key-one population of the Critically Endangered Eastern Black rhino, and to the last two Northern White Rhinos in the world. It is the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees, in a sanctuary established to rehabilitate animals rescued from the black market. It has some of the highest predator densities in Kenya, and still manages a very successful livestock programme. Ol Pejeta also seeks to support the people living around its borders, to ensure wildlife conservation translates to better education, livelihoods and infrastructure for the next generation of wildlife guardians. 

We are seeking a high-caliber, self-motivated and dedicated applicant to fill the position of Digital Literacy Officer. 

Job Details 

Position: Digital Literacy Officer 

Reports to: Manager, Education 

Department: Community Development Department 

Location: Nanyuki, Kenya 

Closing Date: 9th May 2026 

Role Summary 

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is seeking a high-calibre, self-motivated, and dedicated Digital Literacy Officer to lead and manage the Digital Literacy Programme, with a strong focus on the African Ruggedized Education System (ARES) implemented in partnership with donors and education stakeholders. The role will also support data management and socio-economic surveys across Community Development Programs (CDP), including education, agriculture, and governance. 

In addition, the role holder will oversee and coordinate Digital Literacy Support facilitators, ensuring efficient delivery of technical support to partner schools. 

  1. Responsibilities

Deliver digital learning technology and provide technical support to schools participating in the ARES programme. 

Provide ICT technical support and utilisation training to schools supported under the Digital Literacy Programme. 

Supervise, coordinate, and support Digital Literacy Support facilitators, including planning assignments and monitoring service delivery to schools. 

Work closely with teachers to support curriculum delivery through digital teaching and learning approaches. 

Ensure ICT laboratories are accessible, functional, and effectively utilised for teaching and learning. 

Manage and support data collection, surveys, and reporting across CDP projects, including development of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks. 

Coordinate communication with donors and partners, including hosting and managing in-country visits. 

Liaise with the Ministry of Education, school principals, and ICT teacher leaders to ensure proper use and maintenance of ICT equipment. 

Stay up to date with emerging trends in ICT and digital learning and proactively integrate best  practices. 

Prepare weekly work schedules and monthly reports for submission to the Manager Education.

Collect photos, videos, and stories for reporting and communication with donors and the Ol Pejeta Conservancy PR and Marketing Department. 

Promote positive relationships between Ol Pejeta Conservancy, partner schools, and neighbouring communities. 

Uphold Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s mission, values, health and safety standards, and conservation objectives. 

Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned by the Community Development Manager 

  1. Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Education and Technology or a related field 

Specialised training in conservation education or community engagement is an advantage. 

  1. Experience. 

Minimum 4 years of experience in implementing digital literacy programs. 

Experience in supervising or coordinating a team will be an added advantage 

  1. Key Skills & Competencies 

Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, hardware systems, and networking 

Data analysis and reporting skills 

Competency in M&E tools is an added advantage 

Strong ICT and digital literacy expertise. 

Excellent training and capacity-building skills. 

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues in learning environments 

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

Interested and qualifying candidates should submit their CV and application letter only to  jobs@olpejetaconservancy.org with the words “DIGITAL LITERACY OFFICERon the email subject line  so as to reach us no later than end of day on 9th May 2026. 

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of  all backgrounds who share our commitment to conservation and community empowerment. 

Shortlisting shall be done on a rolling basis, and only the shortlisted shall be contacted.

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