VIWANGO is a newly
established and independent Kenyan Civil Society Organization self-regulatory
initiative.
Its primary role is to promote the adoption of minimum standards of excellence by Civil Society Organizations in Kenya.
VIWANGO was founded
following over five years
of intensive consultative work by leading Kenyan and International CSOs
working.
VIWANGO invites
applications from qualified and experienced individuals to fit the position of Chief Executive Officer based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Reporting to the
VIWANGO Board, the incumbent will provide overall visionary leadership to
VIWANGO team and lead programme development and resource mobilisation efforts
with impeccable standards of suitability, efficiency and effectiveness.
The Chief Executive
Officer is also responsible for leading financial planning and management
including budgeting, grant and contract management, reporting and audits.
The incumbent must
ensure appropriate VIWANGO certification mechanisms are in place and lead wide adoption
of the standards and voluntary certification by CSOs in Kenya.
They must develop and
build solid working relationships with current and potential donors;
government, public and private sector constituents as well as other relevant
stakeholders.
Overall, the Chief
Executive Officer is responsible for the implementation of the VIWANGO
strategic and business plans.
Qualifications:
- Minimum
masters degree or equivalent in Development Studies, Social Sciences,
Business Management or related fields.
- Minimum
5 years experience in similar capacity in CSO sector, programme
development, management and fundraising with national, regional and
international development agencies.
- Proven
track record in resource mobilisation and financial management.
- Strong
networks with the government, private sector, donors and development
community stakeholders in Kenya and globally.
- Excellent
communication, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.
- Integrity
and solid judgement with critical and strategic thinking.
- Display
tact and diplomacy to the board and act as a team player and leader.
- Passion
and enthusiasm for credibility, integrity and professionalism in the CSO
sector.
- Eligibility
to work in Kenya.
Contract Duration: 1 year renewable
(subject to satisfactory performance and funding)
Interested applicants
are encouraged to submit their CV (not exceeding 3 pages), including contact
details of three professional references, and a covering letter explaining why
they are best suited for the position by November 30th, 2012 to
(recruitment@viwango.org) with “Chief Executive Officer – VIWANGO” on the
subject line or to P. O. Box 4932 – 00200 Nairobi Kenya (envelop marked ‘Job
Application’).
Please Note: Only short listed candidates
will be contacted.