Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach
large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual
format, overcoming language and literacy barriers.
Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform.
People of concern participate actively in the creation of these
films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout
beneficiary communities.
In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet
need for locally relevant messaging.
Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films
support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and
concerns of beneficiary communities.
FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be
used to achieve its stated goals.
FilmAid is looking to recruit a Program Assistant with the general objective to provide program implementation support to FilmAid’s field programs in Kakuma.
FilmAid is looking to recruit a Program Assistant with the general objective to provide program implementation support to FilmAid’s field programs in Kakuma.
The Program Assistant reports to the Program Officer and will
fulfill the following functions
Key responsibilities
Key responsibilities
- The
Program Assistant(s) will work with various elected sectarian committees
in the Kakuma refugee camp and involve them all phases of specific
projects.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will work closely with the messaging committee on
various issues of concern and also identify approaches to addressing these
problems within the communities.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will design information and dissemination plans for
films, audio products and other IEC materials developed to ensure coverage
of all areas and variety of target groups.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will work together with relevant program staff to
develop and interpret program documents and generate work plan/action plan
to support them.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will conduct trainings for the outreach team and
provide regular mentorship and coaching to team members.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will structure regular meetings with supervisor and
outreach team to monitor progress and performance.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will supervise the work of the outreach team to
ensure activities are conducted according to donor commitments and a
participatory approach is adhered to at all times.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will work closely with the Program Officer in
providing regular updates of outreach activities through internal and
external quantitative and qualitative reports and keeping accurate
statistics of all outreach activities.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will conduct Focus Group Discussions with various
members of the community on topical issues.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will assist the production officer and the drama
director in adapting information gathered from meetings with sectored
committees, focus group discussions and other reviewed data into film
treatments and structures in consultation with the relevant Kakuma program
staff.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will attend meeting on behalf of FilmAid as maybe
called upon.
- The
Program Assistant(s) will provide effective staff supervision and conduct
regular appraisal.
Requirements
- Must
be a Kenyan national OR must be eligible to work in Kenya
- Must
speak fluent Turkana Language. Candidate who reside in Turkana are
encourage to apply
- Background
in community media, communication for development or related discipline
either through diploma or 2 years of working experience.
- The
candidate must have basic knowledge in Monitoring and Evaluation, in
particular for the development and analysis of baseline information and
monitoring tools.
- Excellent
Communication skills
- Ability
to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.
- Must
have excellent reporting skills
- Experience
in supervising or leading or being part of cross functional team
- Basic
social media skills
- Ready
to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently
and as part of a team
- Ready
to work for long hours in a hardship area.
- Must
be a team player with excellent interpersonal and organizational
skills
- Knowledge
of humanitarian principles and action will be an added advantage.
How to apply:
Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references to: jobskenya@filmaid.org
Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references to: jobskenya@filmaid.org
by 14th December 2012 addressed to the
HR Officer,
FilmAid Kenya,
P.O Box 21751-00505,
Nairobi.
Note that you can also submit your applications in a sealed envelope addressed to; the HR Officer FilmAid Kenya, P.o Box 21751-00505, Kakuma Field Office.
Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified
Note that you can also submit your applications in a sealed envelope addressed to; the HR Officer FilmAid Kenya, P.o Box 21751-00505, Kakuma Field Office.
Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified
