Programme Officer Focal Point for Kenya
Programme Officer Focal Point for Kenya
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Job Description
Roles and responsibilities:
The role will fulfil the following:
Support in the implementation of programmatic actions and work plans defined for the proper execution of the project in Kenya.
Map and lead dialogue with strategic actors for the promotion of Human Rights and in particular the rights to association and peaceful protest at the local and national level for the coordination and articulation of actions linked to the objectives of the project in Kenya.
Participation in the meetings of the project implementation team to follow up on the execution of the activities in Kenya.
Participation in training and monitoring activities as required.
Lead the relationship with the youth organizations that benefit from the project as required.
Monitor the impact efficiency effectiveness and sustainability of the actions funded to youth organisations by cascade grants advising and guiding in their executions in collaboration with the technical and financial team of the project
Support in the definition of requirements and selection according to the criteria of the EU and the partners coordination and supervision of the consultants for the technical assistance that is foreseen in the plans of the work for Kenya.
Support in the preparation of activity reports reports obtaining evidence and any other source of verification that is considered relevant and that allows it to be an input for the preparation of the narrative and financial reports of the project as well as communication and visibility pieces.
Support in the implementation of the communication actions carried out for the project activities.
Support in compliance with the Personnel Manual procedures procurement code of conduct conflict of interest and anticorruption policy of ForumCiv.
Support in the implementation of the local archive policy.
Lead the logistical coordination of events meetings visits and other actions that are required within the framework of the project for Kenya.
Field visits to accompany related issues as required.
Participate in all activities associated with the safety and work management system of the Regional Office of ForumCiv.
Other tasks related to the programmatic work of the Regional Office of ForumCiv
Requirements
ForumCiv is looking for an individual with at least a bachelor s degree in social sciences (law political science anthropology sociology or similar) with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in similar positions.
1. At least five (5) years of experience in international development cooperation programs. Although it is not a required condition experience in projects funded by the European Union will be especially valued.
2. At least five (5) years of experience in accompanying the implementation of initiatives to strengthen civil society. Although it is not a required condition experience with initiatives led by young people will be especially valued.
3. Knowledge of issues related to the exercise of the defence of Human Rights in Kenya. Although it is not a required condition knowledge of issues related to the exercise of the defence of the right to freedom of association and peaceful assembly will be especially valued.
4. Knowledge of strategic actors at the regional and national level that accompany the guarantee of Human Rights for the population in situations of vulnerability and discrimination and of the context/criteria for the identification of the different realities and articulations of youth activism and spaces for participation.
5. Knowledge and experience in main streaming the gender approach and the human rightsbased approach.
6. Skills for dialogue with relevant actors.
7. Good communication skills (verbal and written) and good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools as well as ease in the use of information and communication technologies.
8. Good knowledge of basic management and accountability tools and principles. Knowledge and experience in subgrant procedures will be particularly valued.
Benefits
ForumCiv is looking for an individual with at least a bachelor s degree in social sciences (law, political science, anthropology, sociology or similar) with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in similar positions. 1. At least five (5) years of experience in international development cooperation programs. Although it is not a required condition, experience in projects funded by the European Union will be especially valued. 2. At least five (5) years of experience in accompanying the implementation of initiatives to strengthen civil society. Although it is not a required condition, experience with initiatives led by young people will be especially valued. 3. Knowledge of issues related to the exercise of the defence of Human Rights in Kenya. Although it is not a required condition, knowledge of issues related to the exercise of the defence of the right to freedom of association and peaceful assembly will be especially valued. 4. Knowledge of strategic actors at the regional and national level that accompany the guarantee of Human Rights for the population in situations of vulnerability and discrimination, and of the context/criteria for the identification of the different realities and articulations of youth activism and spaces for participation. 5. Knowledge and experience in main streaming the gender approach and the human rights-based approach. 6. Skills for dialogue with relevant actors. 7. Good communication skills (verbal and written) and good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, as well as ease in the use of information and communication technologies. 8. Good knowledge of basic management and accountability tools and principles. Knowledge and experience in sub-grant procedures will be particularly valued.
Education
Bachelor s degree in social sciences (law, political science, anthropology, sociology or similar) with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience
Employment Type
Full Time
