Programme Manager
- Human Rights Protection Programme
Established
in 1959, the Kenyan Section of the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ
Kenya) is a non-governmental, nonpartisan and not for profit making membership
organization registered in Kenya.
The primary
mission of the organization is to promote and protect human rights, democracy
and the rule of law.
ICJ Kenya
is seeking to fill the vacancy as detailed below and hereby invites suitably
qualified Kenyans to apply for the position of Programme Manager – Human Rights
Protection.
Overall Purpose of the Job: To work closely with the Executive
Director in the management of the Human Rights Protection Programme and in
liaison with other programme staff to create synergy in the achievement of the
organization’s strategic objectives.
Description of the Main Duties
- To initiate and develop project ideas and proposals in line with Human Rights Protection Programme.
- To effectively manage and coordinate the implementation of programmatic activities within the Human Right Protection Programme.
- To conduct baseline surveys and research within the programme to determine ICJ Kenya’s interventions.
- To manage and coordinate the implementation of the programme projects and its activities.
- To prepare periodic and timely project reports for donors and for internal use.
Desired Qualifications and Skills
- LL.B or its equivalent from a reputable institution. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
- Professional training in Project Management.
- Over three years’ experience working with an NGO with grassroots network.
- Good communication and writing skills.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to travel locally and internationally.
The
candidate must be hardworking, dynamic, self-motivated individual with
excellent interpersonal skills.
A competitive
remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.
Please send
your Application, CV and relevant certificates to:
The
Executive Director,
ICJ Kenya,
P.O. Box
59743-00200,
Nairobi
or Email: recruitment@icj-kenya.org
Your application
should be received on or before 15th April 2014.
ICJ Kenya
is an equal opportunity employer and only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.