Curriculum Design Specialist (Rising Capacities for Children Africa)

Rising Capacities for Children Africa (RICCA)

Rising Capacities for Children Africa (RICCA) tackles child poverty in rural Kenya, especially in Kirinyaga County, by creating inclusive, child-friendly learning environments. Through the Ricca Afterschool Center, children aged 6–17 access personalized support, mentorship, and engaging programs in arts, sports, agriculture, and digital literacy. These activities foster academic success, creativity, social skills, and life competencies while making learning fun and accessible. RICCA also works with schools to improve teacher quality, infrastructure, and resources, and engages parents in the process. By bridging rural–urban gaps and promoting intercultural dialogue, RICCA empowers communities, protects children’s rights, and breaks cycles of poverty through education.

Curriculum Design Specialist
RICCA is a locally rooted NGO working with underserved children in rural Kenya. Our mission is to provide access to marginalized rural  children attending resource constrained public primary schools in Kenya, to an After School Centre.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Curriculum Specialist (Volunteer) to support the development of our existing after-school curriculum framework into a structured curriculum. This role will be critical in designing an engaging, child-centered curriculum that fosters literacy, numeracy, and life skills in innovative and enjoyable ways.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and structure an after-school curriculum targeting foundational skills (literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving).
• Incorporate fun, engaging, and culturally relevant learning methods suitable for children in rural settings.
• Work with our team to integrate play-based learning, creative arts, and interactive activities that promote critical thinking and confidence.
• Support training of facilitators and provide guidance on curriculum implementation.
• Develop learning materials and frameworks that can be easily adapted by community educators.

Qualifications & Skills

• Background in Project Led-Education, Alternative Experiential Learning Curriculum Development, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience in developing or adapting learning programs for underserved or marginalized communities.
• Strong knowledge of literacy and numeracy instructional strategies.
• Creativity in integrating interactive and engaging approaches to learning like play based learning, Social Emotional Learning etc.
• Experience working with rural or resource-constrained environments is an added advantage.

Application Requirements
If you have experience in a similar assignment and are passionate about creating impact for marginalized rural children, we invite you to apply.

Minimum Hours per Week:

4-6 hours per week

Duration:

3-4 weeks