Environment Programme Co-ordinator Job in Kenya

Heinrich Boll Stiftung, East and Horn of Africa is a regional organization supporting projects in countries of the East and Horn of Africa Region.

The mission of the organization is to strengthen civil society in the values of ecology, gender democracy, human rights, sustainable development, solidarity and non-violence/conflict resolution through dialogue.

As a result, most of the program activities in the region are on issues of Environment, Gender and Conflict.

HBF seeks to fill the following senior position in its Environment programme.

Environment Programme Co-ordinator

The purpose of the job is to provide expertise and project support in the field of environment.

The key responsibilities and tasks involve:
  • Knowledge of the East & Horn of Africa region
  • Provision of a specialist overview of the environmental sector.
  • Ability to develop program and projects; including concept note writing & analytical skills on environmental issues
  • Management, financial, communication & computer skills
  • Knowledge and experience in gender issues
Requirements
  • A degree in an environment related field and at least four years working experience on environmental issues.
  • Experience in programme management and fundraising is essential.
  • Knowledge of the East and Horn of Africa region and ability to work independently and creatively are vital.
  • Knowledge of German and/or other international languages will be an added advantage.
Applicants should send detailed curriculum vitae, including a daytime telephone contact, email, copies of certificates and relevant testimonials, as well as names and addresses of three referees.

It should reach us by Friday 29 July 2011 to the addressee below:

Heinrich Boll Stiftung,
Regional Office East and Horn of Africa,
Forest Road, Parklands,
P.O. Box 10799-00100 GPO,
Nairobi, Kenya.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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