DSW –‘Deutsche
Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung’ is an international development organization with
headquarters in Germany with Country offices in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and
Ethiopia.
DSWs mission is to achieve a world free of poverty, disease and injustice by empowering youth and communities.
For this purpose we support integrated programs in sexual reproductive health
and rights focusing on youth social and economic empowerment, advocacy, and
capacity building of local partners.DSWs mission is to achieve a world free of poverty, disease and injustice by empowering youth and communities.
DSW’s Working Together for Decent Work in East Africa/ Fit for Life project is a regional project aimed at improving the living and working conditions of those employed in the informal economy and other vulnerable groups, especially women and youth. In Kenya, the project is working in Githurai, Mathare and Korogocho areas.
DSW is looking for an experienced and committed Advocacy Officer to work under the Program Manager in DSW Kenya Country Office.
He/she will support the advocacy initiatives in the Working Together for Decent Work in East Africa / Fit for Life project and contribute effectively in the realization of the projects and DSW Kenya’s objectives and desired results. He/she will also work closely with the rest of the project team and project partners.
Responsibilities
- Provide
strategic and technical support to the project’s and DSW’s advocacy work
at national and local levels especially related to gender, economic
empowerment, social protection and inclusion.
- Research,
analyze, monitor and report on local and international policies affecting
women and youth working in the informal economy in Kenya resulting in high
quality policy briefs and fact sheets.
- Contribute
to the development of a comprehensive project advocacy strategy to address
policy gaps affecting women and youth working in the informal sector at
national and local levels.
- Build
positive relationships with, engage with and represent DSW in government
forums, advocacy coalitions and other relevant stakeholders and
constituencies in support of the project and overall DSW Kenya advocacy
programme objectives.
- With
support from DSW Kenya and partner team members, work directly with youth
and women’s groups to carry out sensitization, training and capacity
building activities.
- Plan,
organize and report on dialogue and sensitization campaigns and events
involving relevant stakeholders.
- Under
supervision of the DSW Kenya Program Manager maintain a positive and
supportive relationship with project partners, DSW colleagues both in
Kenya and regionally.
Required qualifications
- A
Masters Degree in Social Sciences preferably in Political Science or
International Affairs.
- Proven
track record in policy and advocacy work is essential. A gender and
economic empowerment would be an advantage.
- Proven
presentation, organizational and capacity building skills in a
multi-national environment.
- Ability
to work effectively in teams, build positive working relationships and
foster open communication.
- Evidence
of versatility in writing ability and capacity to use normal office and
data management software
- Initiative,
self-motivation and a commitment to continuously work toward improved results.
- Excellent
English language skills, both written and oral are required.
Qualified applicants should send a detailed CV and an
Application Letter showing your experience and skills should be sent to
fitforlife@dswkenya.org with a clear subject title Ref: Vacancy Advocacy
Officer by Friday 24th February 2012.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.