Tailoring and Knitting Instructor

About the role

Kijiji Mission, part of the Springs of Hope Foundation in Nakuru, Kenya, offers free vocational training in tailoring and knitting within its Holistic Resilience and Livelihoods Programme. It is seeking an experienced and committed instructor to lead both practical and theoretical training of enrolled participants, guiding them toward employment or self-employment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons in tailoring, garment construction and knitting, including body measurements, pattern drafting, fabric cutting, garment finishing, alterations, repairs and quality control
• Teach knitting techniques and the safe use of sewing and knitting machines, and adapt teaching to different learning levels
• Develop the training plan, prepare lesson plans and materials, monitor progress, assess practical competencies and record attendance and performance
• Maintain sewing and knitting equipment, workshop materials and a clean, safe training environment
• Support trainees' professional development and link them to industrial attachments, internships and potential employers

Required profile

• Diploma in Clothing Technology, Fashion Design or an equivalent qualification; a qualification in Technical Education, Home Economics or Vocational Training is an advantage
• At least three years of teaching or training experience in tailoring, clothing technology or fashion design
• Demonstrable practical experience in garment construction, pattern drafting, cutting, sewing and finishing, plus knitting techniques and equipment
• Experience in vocational training institutions, technical colleges or skills programmes is an advantage

Required skills

• Strong practical tailoring, garment construction and knitting skills
• Excellent teaching, demonstration and mentoring abilities
• Good communication, organisational and classroom management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding, dignity, inclusion and the empowerment of women

Applications include a CV, cover letter, copies of certificates and two referees, sent by email to the foundation.