The Methodist Church in Kenya, Conference
Office is seeking for an Administrator, Humanitarian Relief & Church Development who is expected to take up office with effect
from 2nd January 2012.
He/she should posses the following qualifications:
He/she should posses the following qualifications:
- A
Masters Degree in any discipline relating to Community Development.
- Minimum
aggregate C+ in KCSE.
- Minimum
of 5 years in a similar position in a non-profit organization.
Humanitarian Relief experience will be an added advantage.
- Experience
in writing concept/grant proposals, developing project budgets and report
writing.
- Ability
to undertake research, development projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong
editing skill, attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Knowledge
of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
- Core
computer skills in word processing, database management, spreadsheets and
electronic communication (e-mail, Skype, e-newsletters etc).
- Diplomacy,
tact and administrative skills in order to work with people at managerial
and, on occasion, senior government levels.
- Well
developed interpersonal and team skills.
- Willingness
to travel at short notice, and often in difficult circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Assist
local church leaders, Synod Bishops and MCK Conference office Staff in
preparation of grant proposals for development projects.
- Fundraising
for MCK development projects from national and international partners,
friends and other donors.
- Provide
regular reports to donors on the progress of supported projects and use of
donated funds.
- Be
an educator on matters of rural and urban development by holding seminars,
workshops and training courses at all levels of the Church.
- Serve
as “in country” contact person for congregations, volunteer teams, and
individuals who seek information regarding development project.
- Maintain
a database of donors, mission partners and other contacts.
- Assist
visiting volunteer teams with itinerary preparation and local logistical
support.
- Make
visits to development projects to lend support and receive information and
updates as required.
- Oversee
the work of all MCK Conference Office Coordinators and provide regular
reports on Coordinators’ activities to the MCK Presiding Bishop.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned.
The Presiding Bishop
Methodist Church in Kenya
Conference Office
Methodist Ministries Centre
Oloitoktok Road, Lavington Green
P.O. Box 47633 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
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