CBM is an international Christian disability and inclusive
development organization whose primary purpose is to improve quality of life of
the world’s poorest persons with disabilities and those at risk of disability,
who live in the most disadvantaged societies.
We are looking to recruit a Country
Coordinator for our
Kenya Programme.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop
or update country / project strategies oriented towards CBM Global
Programme Strategy;
- Provide
oversight on the implementation of the country strategy;
- Advice
and support CBM partners in the development and implementation of
multi-year plans and application of Inclusive Project Cycle Management as
well as general management principles;
- Provide
leadership in planning of projects or programmes with partners;
- Identify
and coordinate partners’ capacity development needs in liaison with the
Capacity Development Manager;
- Ensure
monitoring and evaluation of projects through project visits, review of
narrative reports, organization of assessments;
- Maintain
oversight of budget implementation, review of request of funds, prepare documentation
for Additional Designated Funding;
- Co-ordinate
CBM’s involvement in country level forums/ alliances/planning bodies with
relevant stakeholders (Government, other INGDOs);
- Contribute
to the development of policies and legislation in areas relevant to
disability and inclusive development through stakeholder consultations or
through technical assistance;
Required Experience In:
- Demonstrated
experience in Project Design and Project Cycle Management;
- Experience
in dealing with a variety of Government ministries, local and
international organizations, and other partners;
- Knowledge
of disability and inclusive development issues as well as medical and
rehabilitation activities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum
of five years work experience in the development sector with a local or
international development organization;
- Minimum
of four years of experience in a management position;
- Relevant
academic degree or further qualification (e.g., in Development Studies,
Disability, Business Management, Health Management, Public Administration,
Sociology, );
Application Procedures:
Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed
curriculum vitae (including current and expected salary) and a letter
indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the
names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their
capabilities.
All communications relating to applications for this position
should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager - email: recruit@cbmi-nbo.org.
Applications must be received by April 5th 2013.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this position.