Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Missions of Hope International (MOHI) is a Christ-centered, non-governmental organization that serves orphaned and vulnerable children, their families and others in the Mathare Valley slums of Nairobi and other disadvantaged communities throughout Kenya.

Responsibilities or duties

The matron is responsible for creating a happy, healthy and well-disciplined atmosphere for learners while in the dormitories and at school. The Matron is required to play a key role in the care of all the students in the dormitory on a day-to-day basis, with particular responsibility for the physical, social and emotional well-being and presentation of the learners.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Certificate or diploma in Community Health, Nursing, from a recognized institution

First Aid Training

Be mature in age

Experience needed

A minimum 5years working experience in a learning institution

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Must have passion and commitment to work with children/students

Experience in guidance and counselling is an added advantage

• Helping learners settle into school life with nil or minimal complaints.
• Make timely communication to the kitchen staff in case of change of menu or special diet for learners.
• Follow up and report to the school management in regard to poor students’ behaviour or indiscipline cases.
• Making sure learner's clothes are clean and are repaired and or replaced when necessary.
• Keeping the school management informed about the learner's health and well-being and keeping accurate health records.
• Looking after learners with minor illnesses and ensuring that learners take their medication as prescribed.
• Ensure timely report of sickness cases and regular update of records to enhance accuracy.
• Assess illnesses and injuries and to refer to the school Nurse all medical matters in a timely manner
• Taking learners to the clinic and assist in calling for emergency treatment if necessary.
• Keeping accurate learners records up to date.
• Perform any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time.

• First Aid Training
• Guidance and Counselling (advantageous)

• Certificate or diploma in Community Health, Nursing, from a recognized institution
• First Aid Training
• Mature in age