Kenya Episcopal Conference
Catholic Justice and Peace Commission
Job Title:Programme Officer - Governance and Democracy -Parliamentary Liaison Desk
Department:Catholic Justice and Peace Commission
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Job Title:Programme Officer - Governance and Democracy -Parliamentary Liaison Desk
Department:Catholic Justice and Peace Commission
Work Station: Nairobi
Job Summary
The Catholic Justice and Peace Commission, is the executive organ of the Kenya Episcopal Conference that deals with Justice and Peace issues. It fulfils the Conference’s objectives to promote justice, peace and good governance in Kenya.
The Commission is looking for a programme officer to provide
effective management and implementations of national level interventions in
research, lobbying and advocacy in legislation and policy in Kenya.
Governance & Democracy-Parliamentary Liaison Desk aims at facilitating good governance and social justice initiatives in Kenya. The programme focuses on Transparency in Legislation and Electoral Reforms, to promote political accountability in public institutions and to contribute to the promotion of ethical values in citizens’ engagement in political processes.
Governance & Democracy-Parliamentary Liaison Desk aims at facilitating good governance and social justice initiatives in Kenya. The programme focuses on Transparency in Legislation and Electoral Reforms, to promote political accountability in public institutions and to contribute to the promotion of ethical values in citizens’ engagement in political processes.
Key priorities of the programme are contribution to development
of legal framework to enhance transparency and accountability, monitor
implementation of the Constitution, and promote citizen participation in
political and legislative process.
Under the supervision of the Head of Commission, the programme officer will be in charge of development and administration of strategies and projects in the Governance and Democracy programme objectives and KEC strategic plan.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head of Commission the programme officer shall;
1. Programme Management.
Under the supervision of the Head of Commission, the programme officer will be in charge of development and administration of strategies and projects in the Governance and Democracy programme objectives and KEC strategic plan.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head of Commission the programme officer shall;
1. Programme Management.
- Design
projects, work plans/schedules and ensure their successful implementation
to achieve overall programme objectives and KEC strategic goals of CJPC
governance and democracy programme.
- Ensure
timely programme reports; monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Fundraise
for the governance and democracy projects, identification of budgets gaps
and ensure timely reports to donors and other relevant stakeholders.
- Provide
technical support to dioceses and ensure that technical documents of the
programmes are fully reviewed, discussed and appropriately disseminated.
This task includes support to research, data collection and reports.
- Oversee
the coordination of programme logistical work including preparation of
meetings, forums, workshops, trainings and production of reports/minutes
thereto
2. Advisory/ Strategy Development
- Define
programmes priorities and objectives and communicate to staff and partners
for mutual understanding and ownership.
- Provide
leadership in the thinking and support development of CJPC national
office, national strategies and advocacy campaigns for citizen
participation in political and governance processes
3. Management of CJPC partners/partnerships
- Develop
links and share experiences with relevant stakeholders to promote and
mainstream good governance to achieve KEC-CJPC vision and mission.
- Provide
technical support to the dioceses and other partners in development of
sound policies for transparent and accountable social reforms initiatives.
- Work
with relevant partner coalitions and networks to develop collaborative
programme strategies, resource mobilization, concerted efforts and
collective results for desired impact on good governance in Kenya.
4. Resource Mobilization
- Develop
exceptional proposals and/or concepts for financial support and
sustainability of the programme.
- Support
research and securing of donors, donor advocacy, attend meetings and
assist respond to correspondences relating to support in relation to the
programme.
Qualifications
- Hold
a law, or political science degree from a recognized university
- At
least three (3) years of proven experience in;
- Coordination
of governance and Democracy programmes in particular Constitutional
reforms, Parliamentary Liaison project, and citizen participation in
political and governance processes.
- Legislative
drafting – development of laws/policies.
- Participatory
community based approaches and dissemination strategies
- Resource
mobilization ( Proposal writing and financial reporting)
- Research
and information analysis.
- Must
be a Catholic with recommendation of a Parish Priest.
Competencies
- Good
knowledge on concepts of sustainable development, socio economic rights,
good governance and policy making.
- Understanding
of the environment KEC-CJPC operates, vision, mission and objectives.
- Extensive
knowledge of Kenya’s governance institutions, their decision making
procedures and process of institution capacity strengthening.
- Willing
to undertake regular field and other external visits and ability to
interact with different stakeholders from citizenry to bilateral and
multilateral donors.
- Excellent
writing and verbal communication skills both in English and Kiswahili.
- Highly
organized, detail oriented, able to prioritize and consistently produce
high standard work.
- Strong
networking skills, leadership skills and team player.
Application
Cover letter & CV should be received on/before close of business on Tuesday 15th June 2012 to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference
P.O. Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.
hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Cover letter & CV should be received on/before close of business on Tuesday 15th June 2012 to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference
P.O. Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.
hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KEC-Catholic Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer.