Background information
The International Institute for Rural Reconstruction is an
international development, research and training organization with over 80
years of grassroots experience working in people‐centered and sustainable development programs in Africa and
Asia.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Africa Regional Director based in Nairobi, the
Kenya Country Director will promote the IIRR’s mission and provide overall
leadership oversight of Kenya Programme activities both at the National and
local levels.
S/He will ensure that all organizational operations pertaining
to staff, finances and other resources are conducted efficiently and
effectively.
S/He will serve in the Global Leadership Team, thus work in
collaboration with the Region, Headquarter, other Country Directors, CBOs,
CSOs, private sector and the government of Kenya.
S/He will represent IIRR’s interest in local, regional and
international forums.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide
strategic leadership, management and planning of the Kenya Country Programme
by providing direction in line with the Country business plan, with
emphasis on program expansion;
- Establish
and maintain sound partnerships and participate in networks, collaborative
activities, with relevant CBOs, CSOs, private sector entities, and
government.
- Identify
new opportunities for funding and, working with the Regional Staff in
accordance to IIRR policy to develop appropriate concepts/ proposal
responses;
- Initiate
local trainings, national courses, customized courses and collaborative
trainings linked to IIRR Applied Learning thematic programs in Kenya;
- To
recruit, hire and supervise staff of Kenya program and conduct performance
and individual work plan review;
- To
organize and direct staff in the development and implementation of
Operational plans to reach country program goals and objectives including
conducting of program review meetings;
- To
provide leadership and oversight to all financial activities of the IIRR
Kenya Program in accordance to IIRR operating procedures;
- To
ensure accountability by submission of accuracy and timely financial and
narrative reports to Africa Regional office and Headquarters and other
appropriate donor agencies in the disposition of all donor funds.
Minimum Education, Skills and Abilities
- Master’s
Degree in the fields of Agriculture, Development Studies, Business
Administration or other related fields.
- A
minimum of five (5) years relevant experience.
- Minimum
Three (3) years management level work.
- Knowledge
of income and expense budget preparation and monitoring.
- Proven
team leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to train and work
cooperatively with a diverse staff, including field staff in several
locations.
- Experience
with the NOG/PVO approach, and knowledge of global sustainable development
essential; Sensitivity in working with multiple culture and beliefs, and
to gender equity.
- Ability
to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation among
all personnel.
Interested candidates are to apply by email with an up to date
CV and cover letter including contacts of 3 referees and current remuneration
package.
Closing date for applications is 29th August 2012 before 5pm to:
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
P. O. Box 66873-00800, Nairobi,
Email: recruitment@iirr.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
