Ipas is an international NGO specializing in women’s
reproductive health and rights.
Through the Africa Alliance office based in Nairobi, Ipas
support s programs and policy strategies in the Africa region.
These two positions are based in Nairobi.
Policy Associates
2 Positions
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Contribute to the development of improved policy environment for
reproductive health in Kenya and the region
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Build partnerships in the Africa region and at country level for
advocacy on reproductive health including work with media, professional
networks, NGOs and women’s groups.
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Provide inputs to donor proposals and reports
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Work with team to develop and implement work plans and budgets
Required Qualification, Skills and Abilities
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Bachelor’s degree in Law or relevant discipline;
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4+ years relevant work experience, including in the area of
advocacy and sexual and reproductive rights;
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Knowledgeable about institutions and organizations that work on
reproductive health;
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Knowledge of international and regional human rights instruments
on reproductive health
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Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of working days;
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Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based,
global environment;
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Excellent verbal communication and writing skills in English
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Demonstrated ability in word processing and other Microsoft
Office tools;
Policy Coordinator
The policy coordinator provides administrative support,
maintains communication with team members and partners independently and
collaboratively, participates in report writing and helps harmonize activities
in the policy unit.
Required Qualification, Skills and Abilities
·
Bachelor’s degree in social science or equivalent, experience in
program coordination and management of logistics.
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Good communication skills.
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Excellent administrative and budget preparing skills, and
demonstrated computer skills.
Applicants should submit cover letter and CV to:IpasAlliance@ipas.org
we do not accept phone calls but we encourage you to visit our website: www.ipas.orgbefore applying or send your queries to
IpasAlliance@ipas.org.
Deadline for applications is: 17th, May, 2013.
Due to anticipated volume of applications, only qualified
applicants will be contacted.
Ipas is an Equal Opportunity Employer