Oxfam Vacancy: Project Officer - Youth Programme
Full time
Start date: Asap for 7 months with the possibility for extension
Based in Nairobi, Kenya
Purpose of the function: To play a leading role in the development and the
implementation of the pilot phase of the ‘Msafara’ Project within Oxfam’s Pan
Africa Programme. Full time
Start date: Asap for 7 months with the possibility for extension
Based in Nairobi, Kenya
The project aims to empower the youth
of Africa to realize their potential, voice out and engage actively in
personal, national and continental development.
This will be done by, firstly,
showing them that this is possible through inspirational events and (on-and
off-line) peer-to-peer mentorship.
And secondly, by providing competitive seed funding for ideas that will propel job creation in different sectors.
This project concept has recently received internal Oxfam funds to pilot various components.
The main objective of the role is to have a sellable project by December 2015.
The ideal candidate would have a
background in communications, project design and project management.
The Role:
- Consolidate and work together with the Oxfam
Pan Africa Program teams and Oxfam focus country offices to develop a
solid project.
- Mapping of key stakeholders to engage and work
with on this project (both private sector and CSO).Lead the country
specific mobilization with Oxfam countries and partners.
- Lead the organization of at least three
inspirational events,including the mobilization of youth participation in
the project.
- Identification and recruitment of possible
mentors and inspirational motivators within countries of focus. Lead the
design and implementation of the mentorship program.
- Link the Msafara project with other on-going
Pan Africa Program Campaigns, and other Oxfam programs, leveraging the
added advantage.
- Ensuring effective and efficiency use of the
project funds.
- Create linkages with Pan Africa Youth
organizations in Africa.
- Guide the development of project website
and digital platforms and maintenance.
- Oversee day to day implementation of the
project.
- Report writing and documentation of the
project.
The Person: You will be responsible for delivering results on
project management with strong experience in working with youth.
Must excellent digital communication
and writing skill, innovative and innovative approach. Partner’s management,
leading the design and implementation of the mentorship program skills.
This is an opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam’s values and beliefs.
If you believe you are the ideal
candidate, submit your application and detailing how your experience prepares
you for the post to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk.
The closing date: 5th June 2015.
We are committed to ensuring diversity
and gender equality within our organization.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contact.
