Our
Client, a Local Non-Governmental Organization is seeking to hire a Program
Officer with experience in advocacy on human rights, gender issues, democracy
and governance.
The
position involves varied, complex and sensitive cases.
The
position will be based in Nairobi with frequent visits to Nyanza Province.
Job Title: Program Officer
Duties & ResponsibilitiesJob Title: Program Officer
- Support
policy development in the areas of (advocacy on human rights, gender
issues, democracy and governance).
- Conduct
community relation activities and participate in meetings as the resource
person.
- Deal
with community leaders e.g. Teachers, Chiefs etc.
- Represent
the firm in various stakeholder functions
- Provide
recommendations on various cases
- Receive
and investigate cases and determine which area they fall
- Provide
briefings and develop background documents as and when required by
Management and donors e.g. Progress Reports
- Liaise
with relevant institutions and human rights bodies
- Conduct
in-depth research on relevant issues as and when required to assist the
organization in determining long range objectives
- Any
other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Social Sciences (Political Science, Sociology, Literature,
Anthropology)
- At
least 3 – 5 years continuous work experience in the NGO sector
- Excellent
writing and verbal skills
- Excellent
computer knowledge and practical use of the (MS-Office suite)
Personal
Profile / Skills
- Mature
individual able to see tasks through to completion
- Excellent
Communication and Interpersonal skills
- A
team-player and presentable individual
- From
28 years and above
- Tactful
and a Team player with excellent writing and verbal skills
- Strong
work ethics and demonstrated professionalism
- Ability
to multi-task and work under pressure
- Time
conscious individual with the ability to meet project deadlines
How to
Apply
Candidates who meet the outlined specifications should send a detailed CV with 3 referees and a cover letter giving current and expected salary to recruit@fivetalentsafrica.com by Friday 30th September, 2016.
Clearly indicate the position title on the subject line.